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Bruno Paulisto’s Pro Debut

revgearmma — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:16:33 +0000

Revgear sponsored Bruno Paulisto’s won his pro debut fight in Long Beach Fight Night on July 19, 2009. Bruno’s opponent was Alex Schanosov, Bruno won by submission in Round 3.

Picture: Bruno with his corner man for this event – Renato Babalu Sobral. Photos by Rebecca Lee

Get the Babalu Poster and View the Exclusive Interview

revgearmma — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 16:32:51 +0000

Get the Official Renato “Babalu” Sobral Poster. Babalu Sobral is a mixed martial arts fighter from Brazil who is noted for his aggressive style, grappling prowess, and high-caliber submissions. He is the current Strikeforce Light Heavyweight Champion.

Renato Babalu Sobral to Fight Gegard Mousasi on the Strikeforce card

revgearmma — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 16:26:21 +0000

After the recent cancelation of the Affliction ‘Trilogy’ event, Renato ‘Babalu’ Sobral will now fight Gegard Mousasi on the Strikeforce card August 15th in San Jose, California.

Watch this exclusive interview with Strikeforce light-heavyweight champion Renato “Babalu” Sobral while training for his upcoming fight.

Renato “Babalu” Sobral to take on Former DREAM middleweight title-holder Gegard Mousasi August 1 at Affliction ‘Trilogy’ event

revgearmma — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 23:46:49 +0000

It’s confirmed, Strikeforce Light Heavyweight Champion and former UFC start Renato “Babalu” Sobral [32-8] take on Former DREAM middleweight title-holder Gegard Mousasi [25-2-1] August 1 at Affliction ‘Trilogy’ event. Affliction III will be held at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California.

This showdown is one you’ll want to see!

Video Interview with Strikeforce light-heavyweight champion Renato “Babalu” Sobral

revgearmma — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 15:30:04 +0000

Exclusive interview with Strikeforce light-heavyweight champion Renato “Babalu” Sobral while training for his upcoming fight August 1. Babalu will take on former DREAM middleweight champion Gegard Mousasi in a light-heavyweight bout at Affliction 3 in Anaheim, California.

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Renato “Babalu” Sobral Video at The Arnold Sports Festival

revgearmma — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 18:35:51 +0000

Earlier this year at the Arnold Sports Festival, folks from all over the US were lining up at the Revgear booth when Renato “Babalu” Sobral stopped to meet fans and autograph posters.

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Get your Glossy Renato “Babalu” Sobral 18×24″ Poster Today!

Revgear sponsored fighter Mikey “Paraguaio” Gomez AT Bellator’s April 10, 2009 card at the Mohegan Sun

revgearmma — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 00:07:23 +0000

Revgear sponsored fighter Mikey “Paraguaio” Gomez (9-5), a Gracie Barra blackbelt under Marcio Simas, and member of Team Babalu/Gracie Barra Cerritos, meets Jessie Juarez (7-5) of Lakewood, California in an undercard bout on Bellator’s April 10, 2009 card at the Mohegan Sun. Ironcially, Mikey and Jesse were previously slated to butt heads as the main event at the Long Beach Fight Night on April 19, 2009 in Long Beach, California.

Jesse pulled out of the event because of his signing with Bellator. Mikey then agreed to another opponent and was then signed by Bellator as well. The proposed opponent: Jesse Juarez. Now, the two will fight on April 10, clear across the U.S. In Connecticut. When asked for comment, Mikey Gomez stated: you can run but you can’t hide.

Renato “Babalu” Sobral Poster – New Arrival

revgearmma — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 19:50:42 +0000

NEW! Renato “Babalu” Sobral 18×24″ poster on glossy 12 pt stock. Renato “Babalu” Sobral is a mixed martial arts fighter from Brazil who is noted for his aggressive style, grappling prowess, and high-caliber submissions. He is the current Strikeforce Light Heavyweight Champion.

Sobral previously fought in the Ultimate Fighting Championship where he posted a 6-4 record. He is a member of the Gracie Barra Combat Team and has a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Carlos Gracie Jr.