
Fight: Sakata vs. van der Veen
Main Info
nickname
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Popeye
Forms
Nationality
Japan
Netherlands
Age
(1973-07-16) 53
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Weight
(102+ kg) 225+ lbs
225+ lbs (102+ kg)
Height
(176 cm) 5′9″
5′11″ (181 cm)
Reach
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Gym
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Social Media
Win-Loss Records
Wins
23
4 (1 DQ)
Losses
30
10
Past Opponents
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sakata vs. van der Veen
Which event are Dave van der Veen and Wataru Sakata fighting in?
They are set to face each other in Rings Japan: Team Tournament '98 (Round 4).How many rounds is the Dave van der Veen vs. Wataru Sakata?
The bout is scheduled for a standard 1-round RINGS fight.Which organization is hosting the Dave van der Veen vs. Wataru Sakata?
The fight is organized by the Fighting Network RINGS (RINGS).When is the Dave van der Veen vs. Wataru Sakata fight?
The fight is scheduled to take place on January 23, 1999At what time does the Dave van der Veen vs. Wataru Sakata fight start?
The fight is set to start at 24:00 GMT.Where is the Dave van der Veen vs. Wataru Sakata fight happening?
The venue for the fight is in Budokan Hall.In which weight class are Dave van der Veen and Wataru Sakata competing?
They are competing in the UFC Heavyweight.What are the nationalities of Dave van der Veen and Wataru Sakata?
Dave van der Veen represents Netherlands, and Wataru Sakata represents Japan.What type of fight is the Dave van der Veen vs. Wataru Sakata?
The fight is a highly anticipated championship bout in the UFC Heavyweight.
