This match was a rematch from the 2001 Brazilian Nationals where Fernando Terere defeated Marcio Pe De Pano Cruz in the open class division. Fernando Terere vs Marcio Pe De Pano Cruz: Brasileiro 2001 Absolute Finals VIDEO kzfaq.info/get/bejne/o7aCpLKoubDWZn0.html
This match sparked a huge rivalry that led Terere to compete in the 2004 Ultra heavyweight and Open weight division at the IBJJF worlds in Rio De Janeiro where he faced off against giants such as Roger Gracie and Fabricio Werdum.
Fernando Augusto, commonly known by his nickname Tererê is one of the most talented and charismatic Brazilian jiu jitsu competitors to have ever stepped on a mat. This multiple time world medallist became a black belt world champion at the age of 20, and was regarded as a Pound for Pound best during the early 2000’s. His impact in modern day jiu jitsu was felt in his development of positions such as the Toreando, the Leg Drag and many others while having great impact also as a coach, having helped raise the game of fighters such as André Galvao, Rubens Charles, Michael Langhi, Lucas Lepri, and mire; Diagnosed case of schizophrenia in 2005, an affliction that led him to drug addiction and away from jiu jitsu. He reappeared in BJJ in 2010, but his recovery was erratic and followed with a few ups and downs. Terere returned to jiu jitsu competition in Mexico on September 2012. Fernando Terere is one of the only men to have two wins over Marcelo Garcia.
Marcio Cruz, also known by his nickname “Pe de Pano” is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt under Carlos Gracie Junior, being unanimously considered one of the best to have ever competed in the sport. Mario Cruz was one of the biggest stars of the Gracie Barra Academy in the early 2000’s, having conquered numerous titles being his biggest achievements the two open weight black belt world championships in 2002 and 2003. Pe de Pano fought also in MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) having reached the pinnacle of the sport by competing in the UFC. Originally from Brazil, Marcio Cruz moved to the United States where made a career as a jiu jitsu instructor.
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