High-stakes repechage action in the Advanced -80kg division as Thomas van der Werf faces Lars van de Ven at the RAMM Fighting Series. Both athletes are fighting to stay alive in the tournament, making this a must-win matchup. Thomas van der Werf brings controlled pressure and calculated takedown entries, aiming to dictate the pace and secure clean scores. Lars van de Ven responds with strong positioning and explosive reactions, looking to counter and create decisive moments. In repechage, the intensity is high — one mistake can mean elimination. Expect aggressive grip fighting, fast takedown exchanges, and relentless pressure from both sides. This is pure takedown grappling: no groundwork, no stalling — just control, balance, and high-intensity execution. THE RULES First to Three: The first fighter to land three takedowns wins the match. Control to Score: To score, you must force your opponent down on a knee or elbow for three solid seconds. Sudden Death: If time runs out during a tie, the fight continues until the next point takes it all. 📍 Event: RAMM Fighting Series 📅 Date: April 12, 2026 🇳🇱 Location: MFG Sports Academy, Heerlen, Netherlands 🏆 Division: Advanced -80kg Make sure to check out our Partners: RAMM Fighting Series Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rammfightingseries/ Website: https://www.combatnl.com/ramm ABOUT COMBATNL CombatNL is the premier stage for Dutch combat talent. We provide cinematic coverage of the best Grappling, Sambo, Judo, and Wrestling matches in the Netherlands. We respect the technique and the grind. Website: https://www.combatnl.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/combatnl_official/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@combatnl WhatsApp: https://wa.me/31852502195 SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE Don't miss a match. Subscribe to CombatNL for weekly premium combat sports content: 👉 https://youtube.com/combatnl