I’m
catching up on matches from 2013-2014, since I wasn’t watching much of anything.
But this…this is my kind of match. Tons of meaningful submission work, great
counters and reversals, and a satisfying finish. After some touch-and-go to
open, Tonai tries to get the flash pin with a cradle and follows it up with a
Shining Wizard for a two count. I like that Mashimo alternates between working
the arm and the leg, and Tonai does a good job of selling, especially the leg.
It’s a sound strategy that actually plays into the finish. There’s a great
little back-and-forth sequence around the leglock and cross armbreaker, with
some fun, innovative arm work by Tonai. In the end, Mashimo has Tonai in the
scissored armbar and as Tonai works his way over to the ropes, Mashimo traps
the leg, preventing the escape and ensuring the submission victory. Excellent
stuff all around!
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