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Sergio Wielzen
Born (1986-11-01) November 1, 1986 (age 37)[1]
Suriname
Other namesKleintje (Little One)
NationalitySuriname Surinamese
Netherlands Dutch
Height1.70 m (5 ft 7 in)[2]
Weight61 kg (134 lb; 9.6 st)[3]
DivisionSuper Lightweight
StyleMuay Thai
StanceOrthodox
Fighting out ofAmsterdam, Netherlands
TeamBlack Label
FF Carbin
Kickboxing record
Total41
Wins34
By knockout18
Losses4
Draws2
No contests1
Last updated on: October 22, 2011

Sergio 'Kleintje' Wielzen (born November 1, 1986 in Suriname)[4] is a Dutch based Surinamese super lightweight Muay Thai kickboxer fighting out of Amsterdam, Netherlands for Black Label and FF Carbin. His nickname in Dutch is 'Kleintje' - which translates as 'Little One' in English. Despite his deceptively small stature he is known for his explosive power - having won many of his fights by KO or TKO. He is the former (and first ever) It's Showtime 61MAX world champion.[5]

Biography and Career

Originally from Suriname Sergio moved to the Netherlands where he became involved in the Dutch national Muay Thai scene beginning his career at C-Class. An explosive fighter despite his short stature, Sergio worked his way up through the ranks finishing many of his opponents and was becoming noticed as one of the top young prospects at -61 kg in the Netherlands. In 2007 he met fellow up and coming fighter, Mohammed 'Mootje' Kamal, coming out on top in what would be the biggest victory in his career up to that point, winning by decision after five rounds in their B-Class clash. The two would meet again in a re-match the following year, this time at A-Class level. Although Sergio suffered a TKO defeat, he also proved that he had an excellent chin, being knocked down time and time again before the referee finally stopped it in the fourth.

Sergio would truly emerge on the international scene in 2010 when he faced Thai legend Anuwat Kaewsamrit in Geneva, Switzerland. In a match he was considered a clear underdog, Sergio shocked the Muay Thai world by knocking out the 'Iron Hands of Siam' via a vicious head kick after just 30 seconds.[6] Due to his results on the local scene – including winning the U.M.C. Contender title against Imed Boukouayel - Sergio would become involved with the It's Showtime organization, making his debut in Milan and defeating local fighter Matteo Lippi by knockout.

Towards the end of 2010, Sergio was called up to face Frenchman Mikael Peynaud for the first ever It's Showtime 61MAX world title. The fight had some controversy as the match was stopped in the second round after a clash of heads left Peynaud with a cut. Unable to continue, the fight went to the judge's scorecard, resulting in a technical decision victory for the Surinamese fighter in his home town of Amsterdam.[7] In December of that year, Sergio was back in action, defending his world title after two months against Japanese K-1 fighter Masahiro Yamamoto in Athens. This title fight was much more clear cut than the first with Sergio winning by TKO in what was a commanding performance.[8] In March 2011, Sergio defended his It's Showtime world title once again but was unable to retain his crown, losing by majority decision after five rounds to Karim Bennoui at the event in Brussels.

Titles

  • 2010-11 It's Showtime world champion -61 kg (1 title defence)
  • 2010 U.M.C. Contender title -61.23  kg[9]

Kickboxing record

Kickboxing Record

Legend:   Win   Loss   Draw/No contest   Notes

See also

References

  1. ^ "Sergio Wielzen (Profile)". www.nieuwe-amsterdammers.nl. Retrieved 2011-02-10.
  2. ^ "Sergio Wielzen - It's Showtime - Official website". www.itsshowtime.nl. Retrieved 2011-02-10.
  3. ^ "Sergio Wielzen - It's Showtime - Official website". www.itsshowtime.nl. Retrieved 2011-02-10.
  4. ^ "Sergio Wielzen". www.itsshowtime.nl. Retrieved 2011-02-10. {{cite web}}: Text "FF Carbin"" ignored (help)
  5. ^ "Fighters - It's Showtime Champions". www.itsshowtime.nl. Retrieved 2011-02-10.
  6. ^ "Anuwat got KOed-clip included". www.sherdog.net. Retrieved 2011-02-10.
  7. ^ "results IT'S SHOWTIME". www.siamfightmag.com. Retrieved 2011-02-10.
  8. ^ "Chris Ngimbi Takes Home Gold at It's Showtime (Scroll Down)". www.headkicklegend.com. Retrieved 2011-02-10.
  9. ^ "Sergio Kleine Wielzen (Dutch Language)". www.umcweb.nl. Retrieved 2011-02-10.
  10. ^ "Sergio Wielzen - It's Showtime - Official website". www.itsshowtime.nl. Retrieved 2011-02-10.

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