The ‘Kerala Krusher’ Rahul Raju, who fought Garry Tonon in a closely contested fight, succumbed to a picture perfect rear naked choke (RNC) by the American grappler in the 3rd round of the bout.
The lightweight bout took place at the One championship: Reign of Kings event at Manila. The top Indian prospect showed phenomenal resilience against the jiu-jitsu wizard and escaped multiple submission attempts including two heel hooks and a triangle. The submission specialist Tonon tried throwing a variety of strikes and a few high kicks before taking resort to the ground game, where his strength lay.
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Raju surprised the fight world by making it impossible for the ace grappler to get a submission in the first two rounds. It was a spirited performance by the ‘Kerala Krusher’, but there are only a few positions, where one can survive against the elite grappling ofTonon. With this victory, Tonon improved his MMA record to 2-0.
Brilliant performance by the #keralaKrusher Win or Lose Raju made the Nation Proud, Keep your heads up champ. Congrats to @Garry_Tonon on his victory, you are a legend, Sir. #TononVSRaju #ReignOfKings @JuggernautFclub
— Anand Thumbayil (@AtThumbayil) July 27, 2018
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