Quintet 4 Returns: The Innovation Continues in Grappling’s Exciting Team Format
Quintet, the groundbreaking team grappling promotion created by MMA and grappling legend Kazushi Sakuraba, has announced its triumphant return. After a hiatus of over two years, grappling fans are eagerly anticipating the revival of one of the most innovative and electrifying promotions in the sport. On September 10th, 2023, Quintet is partnering with K-1 to stage an event called ReBOOT, featuring Quintet 4, and promises to bring back all the thrilling action fans have been missing. The full list of grapplers in the Quintet 4 Team Lineups is below.
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A Brief History of Quintet
Quintet’s debut in 2018 was met with resounding praise from both fans and fighters. With an original team-based grappling ruleset and the introduction of the ‘Ironman’ ruleset, it quickly became one of the sport’s most well-respected and innovative promotions.
Within the first year, Quintet staged four main events, with three featuring top-tier grapplers from around the globe, and a special Fight Night event focusing on Japanese competitors. Over the next three years, the promotion shifted its focus towards six more Fight Night events, including a special Quintet Ultra edition with MMA fighters.
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The promotion was lauded for its progressive stance, being among the first to host an all-female event with Quintet Fight Night 6. However, Quintet suddenly disappeared from the scene in 2021, leaving fans craving its unique approach to grappling competition.
Quintet 4 Triumphant Return
The announcement of Quintet’s return in 2023 has reignited the excitement among fans and competitors alike. The partnership with K-1 to stage the event ReBOOT promises to bring back the same innovative and exciting format that made Quintet a standout in the world of grappling.
Teams set to compete in the event include Team Polaris, Team 10th Planet, Team Sakuraba, and B-Team, each featuring renowned fighters and grappling specialists. We have the full list of grapplers in the Quintet 4 Team Lineups below. If you’re enjoying this article, we want to take this time to explain that we thrive to create a like minded community thats passionate about Combat Sports and Grappling. So since that you, thats why we humbly ask you to join our Community Newsletters here. We want to unite a strong community that celebrates the sport and its athletes and culture.
The Rules that Set Quintet Apart
Quintet’s format is truly unique. Here’s an insight into some of the key aspects:
- Team Match Format: Quintet operates with a team-on-team match where athletes continue to grapple until they lose or draw.
- Weight Limitations: Teams must adhere to specific weight guidelines, adding an extra layer of strategy to the competition.
- Winner Stays On System: This thrilling element allows a single athlete to potentially defeat an entire opposing team.
- Fouls and Guidance System: The ruleset is carefully structured to promote fair play and intense competition, with strict guidelines on fouls and an innovative guidance system for judging.
- Prohibited Actions: Quintet has a comprehensive list of prohibited actions and violations, ensuring safety and integrity in the sport. For the full Quintet 4 Ruleset here.
Who is Quintet founder Kazushi Sakuraba?
Kazushi Sakuraba, the founder of the grappling team tournament Quintet is also a grappler and MMA fighter. He was known as a “Legend Among Legends” in MMA and professional wrestling. Sakuraba has left an indelible mark on the history of martial arts forever. His career began with training in Japanese professional wrestling, developing a powerful skill set that led to an extraordinary MMA career. Despite initial setbacks, Sakuraba’s tenacity earned him triumphs, including a victory in the UFC Japan heavyweight tournament in 1997. Joining PRIDE FC, he quickly became one of the top fighters. Perhaps most famous for his battles with continuously defeating the Gracie families clan member, earning him the nickname “Gracie Hunter,” Sakuraba’s confrontations with this martial arts dynasty have become legendary. Though his later years in MMA had mixed results, his legacy, marked by 26 wins out of 46 matches, continues to inspire both the MMA and professional wrestling worlds. So for Kazushi Sakuraba to start a grappling tournament, you can imagine how thrilled the current MMA and grappling communities have been. The past Quintet events have all been great successes and brought excellent highlight reels of top level grappling moments.
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Conclusion
Quintet’s return in 2023 marks an exciting moment in the world of grappling. Fans are eagerly awaiting the comeback of this innovative promotion, which has redefined the way grappling is showcased. With a unique blend of team-based competition, weight guidelines, and unique match rules, Quintet promises to once again deliver thrilling, cutting-edge grappling action. Don’t miss Quintet ReBOOT on September 10th, 2023, where the world’s best grapplers will take center stage in one of the sport’s most engaging formats.
Quintet 4 ReBOOT Full Team Lineups
Quintet 4: Team Sakuraba
Kazushi Sakuraba – Japan
Tomoshige Sera – Japan
Daisuke Nakamura – Japan
Haisam Rida – Cameroon
Connor Millington – Norway
Quintet 4: Team Polaris
Eoghan O’Flanagan – England
Owen Livesey – England
Santeri Lilius – Finland
Gregor Gracie – Brazil
Mateusz Szczecinski – Poland
Quintet 4: Team 10th Planet
Geo Martinez – United States
Richie Martinez – United States
PJ Barch – United States
Kyle Boehm – United States
Amir Allam – United States
Quintet 4: The B-Team Bulls
Craig Jones – Australia
Nick Rodriguez – United States
Nicky Ryan – United States
Jacob Rodriguez – United States
Jozef Chen – Taiwan
