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In this classic Bellator MMA fight, Toby Imada fought current UFC standout Jorge Masvidal at Bellator 5 in Dayton, OH and won by one of the rarest submissions ever. The battle back an forth in action-packed fight for the first two rounds. It was Masvidal’s second fight in Bellator MMA as well as Imada’s. They had both picked up impressive victories in Bellator’s inaugural show and were matched together for the fifth show.
In the third round, Masvidal shot in for a takedown and Imada sprawled over him. As Masvidal came to his fight, Imada feel over him but locked the arm and head of his opponent in a reverse triangle choke. Masvidal stood to his feet, but unable to escape was eventually choked unconscious, giving Imada the win by technical submission.
About Bellator MMA
Bellator MMA™ is a leading Mixed Martial Arts organization featuring many of the best fighters in the world. Under the direction of veteran fight promoter Scott Coker, Bellator is available to nearly 500 million homes worldwide in over 140 countries. In the United States, Bellator can be seen on Spike, the MMA television leader.
Bellator is comprised of an executive team that includes top industry professionals in television production, live event orchestration, fighter development/relations, venue procurement, sponsorship creation/development, international licensing, marketing, advertising, publicity and commission relations. Bellator is based in Santa Monica, California and owned by entertainment giant Viacom, home to the world’s premier entertainment brands that connect with audiences through compelling content across television, motion picture, online and mobile platforms.
Bellator airs live on Spike and made its Spike debut on in January of 2013. Bellator has continued to reach over 100 million homes on a weekly basis since airing on Spike. Additional exclusive Bellator content, Bellator shoulder programming, highlights and reality based series airs on Spike and Bellator.com.
source: spike.com
More about Jorge Masvidal
TRAINING: Just grinding. Working my cardio, wrestling, jiu-jitsu and striking
When and why did you start training for fighting? At age 14, because I liked to fight; it just came naturally for me
What ranks and titles have you held? Undefeated in the streets, AFC Welterweight Champion
Do you have any heroes? Jesus Christ
Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? No
source: ufc.com
About Toby Imada
Timoteo Tobias “Toby” Imada (born July 16, 1978), is an American mixed martial artist of Japanese and Mexican descent. He fights for Bellator Fighting Championships in their lightweight division. He competed in their first and second season tournaments, making it to the finals both times.
Imada won 2009 Submission of the Year with an inverted triangle choke.
source: wikipedia.com
