How old is Marco Ruas?

Marco Antônio de Lima Ruas ( Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈmaʁku ˈʁuɐs]; born January 23, 1961) is a Brazilian retired mixed martial arts fighter, Brazilian Submission Wrestler and instructor. Ruas was the UFC 7 Tournament Champion, and also competed for PRIDE Fighting Championships and the IFL .

Who is former UFC 7 tournament champion Ruas Ruas?

Ruas was the UFC 7 Tournament Champion, and also competed for PRIDE Fighting Championships and the IFL . Ruas is the founder of Ruas Vale Tudo, a hybrid of submission wrestling and kickboxing.

How did Shogun Rua lose to Lyoto Machida?

Rua won by KO due to strikes. With this victory, Rua returned to the top-ten rankings for the Light heavyweight division, and the UFC decided to put him next in line for a title shot. At UFC 104 Shogun lost by unanimous decision to UFC Light heavyweight Champion Lyoto Machida.

What martial arts does rich Rua do now?

Rua began training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at the age of six and Muay Thai at the age of seven. Rua followed his older brother in training at the Chute Boxe Academy, and was successful in BJJ championships at the blue and purple belt levels. In addition to Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, he now trains in wrestling and boxing.

Who is the founder of Ruas Vale Tudo?

Ruas is the founder of Ruas Vale Tudo, a hybrid of submission wrestling and kickboxing. He also used to train in the art of capoeira with renowned Mestre Camisa in Rio de Janeiro at the Santa Luzia club, downtown Rio. He has instructed fighters such as Pedro Rizzo and Renato Sobral.

What happened in Ruas vs Pardoel?

After a failed heel hook attempt, Ruas controlled Pardoel and attacked him with knees and punches on the ground, making him tap out. Ruas’s final fight was against 6’8″, 330 lb Paul Varelans, and he showed his muay thai skills by overwhelming Varelans with punch combos and repeated leg kicks.