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Wataru Sakata
23-30-1
#3 Heavyweight
Valentijn Overeem
33-35

Fight: Sakata vs. Overeem

26 SEP FRI '97 12:00 AM
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Main Info

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Nationality

Japan Japan

Netherlands Netherlands

Age

(1973-07-16) 52

49 (1976-08-17)

Weight

(102+ kg) 225+ lbs

225+ lbs (102+ kg)

Height

(176 cm) 5′9″

6′3″ (191 cm)

Reach

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6′4″ (193 cm)

Social Media

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Win-Loss Records

Wins

23

4 KO/TKO - 8%
16 submission - 30%
3 decision - 6%

33

21% - 14 KO/TKO
26% - 18 submission
1% - 1 decision

Losses

30

8 KO/TKO - 15%
15 submission - 28%
6 decision - 11%

35

21% - 14 KO/TKO
28% - 19 submission
1% - 1 decision

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sakata vs. Overeem

  • Which event are Wataru Sakata and Valentijn Overeem fighting in?

    They are set to face each other in Rings Japan: Fighting Extension 7.
  • How many rounds is the Wataru Sakata vs. Valentijn Overeem?

    The bout is scheduled for a standard 1-round RINGS fight.
  • Which organization is hosting the Wataru Sakata vs. Valentijn Overeem?

    The fight is organized by the Fighting Network RINGS (RINGS).
  • When is the Wataru Sakata vs. Valentijn Overeem fight?

    The fight is scheduled to take place on September 26, 1997
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