79 High-End Jiu-Jitsu Duel: Locked Into Doubtful Life

Ye Chen didn't let his opponent keep hold of his arm for long; it required a lot of energy to maintain that position. He raised his left hand for support while pulling Oliveira over with his right hand, forcing him to lie on his side in the ring. Before Oliveira could capitalize on the position and roll over, Ye Chen quickly repositioned his left elbow onto the canvas, creating a barrier against Oliveira's attacks.

His legs were active as well, and he swiftly maneuvered toward Oliveira. In an instant, one of his legs landed on Oliveira's back. Just as he attempted to stand up, Oliveira released his grip and tried to regain his footing, pushing Ye Chen away. If he had opted to roll and mount Ye Chen instead, he would have found himself in a precarious situation.

However, Oliveira was a skilled grappler; as soon as Ye Chen secured a leg, he chose to disengage rather than remain in a potentially risky position. In that brief interval, both fighters returned to a standing stance. Observers with fighting knowledge were likely sweating with anxiety as the bout unfolded. The three commentators on site were all in awe of the transition.

DC exclaimed, "The ground exchange was textbook-perfect! Both competitors showcased an exquisite sensitivity to danger—it was phenomenal." Rogen chimed in, "This is truly a ground-fighting masterclass."

Crowds erupted with chants of "OV, OV, OV…" and "Ye Chen, Ye Chen!" Excitement surged among the fans, even if many couldn't fully grasp the technicalities involved. The rapid pace of their movements created an electrifying spectacle.

The domestic live stream buzzed with excitement as well. Comments poured in:

[Too dangerous earlier; Largo is incredibly fast!]

[Ye Chen seems hesitant to grapple with Largo.]

[Largo is a Jiu-Jitsu master—he leaves opponents utterly confused.]

[Can't stop laughing! This isn't even his realm; he just can't handle ground fighting.]

[This is the truth—Maha wouldn't engage with Largo on the ground either; he was taken out before he could regroup. Even though Brother Chen is fierce, he avoids grappling with Brother Lar.]

[Damn, I'm furious! If Brother Chen had just been a bit quicker, he could have mounted an elbow strike and shattered their defense. Let's see them blow smoke then!]

[Seriously? Do you guys forget that Maha was nearly injured when he faced off against your brother?]

[What's with the cocky bravado? You claim that no one had an advantage—are you trying to kill me with laughter?]

[In reality, Brother Chen had the upper hand; he dominated Oliveira on the ground, and control scores points.]

"Let's go, fight quickly!"

After some back and forth, Oliveira unexpectedly threw a punch. He grasped Ye Chen's neck, yanking hard while firing up a series of uppercuts aimed at Ye Chen's chin. Ye Chen deftly dodged one hook but found himself cornered against the cage with a loud "bang." Catwoman gasped in alarm, "Be careful!"

Just as Oliveira advanced, Ye Chen retaliated with a strong knee strike. The impact took the wind out of Oliveira, who instinctively crossed his arms to shield himself while grappling Ye Chen's leg.

With one arm free, Ye Chen executed an outward arm-defense, staving off Oliveira's tugging and fortifying his stance. Ye Chen answered with a barrage of elbow strikes to Oliveira's head. While they weren't particularly powerful, they distracted him enough to create openings.

Yet Oliveira, unwilling to relent, tried to drag Ye Chen down. After realizing he was unable to do so, he pressed his body against Ye Chen, effectively locking his head while retaliating with flurry of punches to Ye Chen's ribs. After several blows, he found it insufficient to impede Ye Chen's advances, so he manufactured some distance.

As soon as distance was established, Ye Chen maneuvered to lock Oliveira's neck again. Aware of the danger, Oliveira wasn't interested in grappling closely at the cage. The intensity heightened; every connection could lead to a knockout.

At the moment Ye Chen attempted a chokehold, Oliveira countered with an elbow strike that caught Ye Chen off guard, causing his vision to blur for a brief moment. Nonetheless, Ye Chen instinctively fell into a kneeling position and resiliently maintained his grip to perform a knee strike.

The strike landed directly on Oliveira's face, momentarily leaving him dazed as he knelt and instinctively wrapped his arms around Ye Chen's ankle, burying his head in an effort to regain composure.

"OV, hurry! Make your move!"

"OV, hold on and defend well," the coaching staff shouted anxiously across the cage.

Even with the crowd's encouragement, Oliveira struggled to recover, yet endured by grasping at Ye Chen's legs in a turtle defense position.

The audience erupted in excitement, unsure of the outcome. Some were shocked, wondering if a knockout was imminent. Each punch and knee strike drew gasps from the crowd, their mixture of emotions palpable.

Then came the unexpected: Oliveira, in a last ditch effort, curled his head toward Ye Chen's legs and rolled backward, executing a near split. Ye Chen's eyes widened in surprise as blood trickled from his own face—he had sustained a cut on his nose amidst the struggle.

A close-up shot captured the tension, revealing how the fighters were in a fever pitch. Oliveira clamped down on Ye Chen's legs with alarming speed, wrapping his own legs around them in a heel hook attempt—a risky maneuver that could cost Ye Chen dearly if fully locked in.

Rapidly, Ye Chen lifted his arm to block Oliveira's attempt to fully secure the hold, creating a fleeting opportunity for escape. What ensued was a comical exchange as Ye Chen found himself straddled, Oliveira desperately trying to maintain control amidst the chaos.

DC commented, "It seems Oliveira is still dazed. If he were fully aware, he'd recognize that the heel hook is not completely secured."

The referee also assessed the situation, prepared to intervene if necessary, while Oliveira clung to survival as blood continued to spill from his injuries.

But Oliveira had no intentions of letting go; he knew he couldn't afford a hit from Ye Chen as fatigue began to set in. The clock showed plenty of time remaining, but he needed to break the hold before it turned dire.

In the midst of the struggle, Ye Chen began to loosen his legs locked onto Oliveira's chest, employing a strategy to tire out his opponent and conserve energy for the next round.

As Oliveira secured his grip, Ye Chen exploited the moment, sitting on one of Oliveira's legs while launching strikes aimed at the liver. Each connection, although not devastating, counted as effective hits.

Oliveira, aware of Ye Chen's intent, tried to maintain leverage with his feet to avoid losing ground. Yet, with an undeterred determination, Ye Chen advanced, managing to get an upper hand.

Just as the bell rang, Ye Chen loosened his hold, leaving Oliveira to collapse on the canvas, blood trailing from his face. A moment of relief washed over him; the grip had finally broken.

"What an astounding jiu-jitsu match," the commentators exclaimed. "Ye Chen has displayed remarkable skill against Oliveira. That knee strike significantly impacted Oliveira; his resistance was resilient, even as he recovered from the chokehold."

The audience had witnessed an emotional rollercoaster, the tension echoed throughout the venue as Oliveira's team rushed in.

"OV, you're doing great!" they rallied, eager to restore his confidence.

As the doctor worked on Oliveira's injuries, Ye Chen returned to his corner, and with a deep breath, he took a sip of the water handed to him by Catwoman, readying himself for the next round.