Post by The Sandmen on Feb 13, 2018 0:34:36 GMT -5
Fedor Emelianenko is calm in his corner. He looks convinced of his abilities.
Josh Barnett doesn't look concerned about anything his opponent brings to the table.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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Fedor Emelianenko and Josh Barnett touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Barnett wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Barnett moves forward and holds Fedor
The fighters are clinching.
Josh Barnett is in good position and is looking to change levels for the takedown...
Barnett catches an ankle and Fedor is tripped to the mat!
Hard blow to Fedor's mid-section, he seems hurt
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Barnett use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Fedor Emelianenko holds Josh Barnett and prevents him from moving to a better position!
The clock says 0:40 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Barnett struggles on the ground and tries to break Fedor Emelianenko's guard...
Josh Barnett is in Fedor open guard now
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Barnett's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Barnett tries to cover his face,
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Barnett moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
The clock says 1:15 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor tries to close his guard around Barnett
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:25 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Fedor measures the resilience of Barnett's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Barnett's side.
The clock says 1:35 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Barnett pulls his arm out of danger.
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Barnett is in closed guard... Fedor tries to roll on the ground!
Josh Barnett uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Barnett tries to escape from closed guard...
Fedor waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Josh Barnett! He is reversed and nor Fedor Emelianenko is on half guard!
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Barnett
Josh Barnett attempts to move to full guard
Josh Barnett manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 2:15 in the 1 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Barnett
Josh Barnett slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Fedor Emelianenko cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
John McCarthy has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 2:25 in the 1 round
Barnett jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Josh Barnett pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
Fedor doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Josh Barnett embrace and tries to move away...
Josh Barnett pushes Fedor forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Josh Barnett is clinching with Fedor Emelianenko's back against the fence, Barnett tries a big elbow
Fedor Emelianenko blocks that one and force Josh Barnett to come out with something better
Fedor Emelianenko tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Fedor circles out and slips free of Josh Barnett's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
The clock says 2:45 in the 1 round
Fedor grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Barnett struggles... Fedor Emelianenko is unable to take him down
Barnett is holding Fedor Emelianenko's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Fedor Emelianenko loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 3:10 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Josh Barnett launches a few punches to Fedor
Fedor covers himself well and then rolls on the ground. Great reversal!
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Barnett
Barnett tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Barnett
Barnett throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Fedor Emelianenko realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Josh Barnett. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Moscow Olympic Arena (Moscow, Russia) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 3:40 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett tries to bring the fight to the ground
Fedor goes down.
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Barnett is in open guard over Fedor... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Fedor rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Josh Barnett. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Moscow Olympic Arena (Moscow, Russia) are cheering for the fighters.
Barnett is holding Fedor Emelianenko's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Fedor Emelianenko shows great balance while pushing away Josh Barnett
Barnett grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Fedor struggles... Josh Barnett is unable to take him down
Barnett misses a step and Fedor Emelianenko sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fedor launches a hook to the body
Josh Barnett moves aside looking for a counter...
Barnett is holding Fedor Emelianenko's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Fedor Emelianenko loses balance and goes to the ground.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Barnett tries to move to full mount!
Fedor won't allow him to take this position easily.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Josh Barnett isolates Fedor Emelianenko's left arm looking for an armbar...
Fedor Emelianenko manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Josh Barnett lost his dominant position.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Barnett
Barnett tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Barnett
Fedor tries to move to full mount
Fedor's ground game is not enough to provide him any advantage
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Barnett
Fedor Emelianenko pushes Josh Barnett against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Josh Barnett struggles not allowing Fedor Emelianenko improve his position.
Barnett tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Barnett tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
John McCarthy stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Josh Barnett fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 2
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Fedor Emelianenko shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Josh Barnett is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Fedor into his guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Barnett
Josh Barnett launches a few punches to Fedor's cheek from the guard.
Fedor Emelianenko uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Barnett
Fedor Emelianenko tries to better his position on the ground...
Barnett holds Fedor Emelianenko's head against his chin in the closed guard.
The clock says 0:40 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Barnett
Barnett moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Fedor Emelianenko breaks the lock, rolls on the ground and stands up quickly.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Josh Barnett. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Moscow Olympic Arena (Moscow, Russia) are cheering for the fighters.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to bring the fight to the ground
Barnett goes down.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Barnett
Fedor is in open guard over Barnett... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Barnett rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Josh Barnett is on his feet again.
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Barnett is standing while Fedor is on the ground on his back
Josh Barnett creates space and allows Fedor Emelianenko to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Fedor Emelianenko is standing now.
Fedor decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Fedor moves back and takes a deep breath.
The clock says 1:35 in the 2 round
Josh Barnett tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Fedor is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Barnett blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Fedor's guard.
The clock says 2:00 in the 2 round
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Barnett's cheek from the guard.
Josh Barnett uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Barnett blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Fedor's guard.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Fedor Emelianenko gets sloppy and Josh Barnett tries to take advantage...
Barnett sits over his knees and pushes away Fedor's leg!
Fedor closes his legs around Josh Barnett's leg. Barnett is not able to move away now!
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to move to full guard
Josh Barnett keeps good control and remains in half guard.
John McCarthy has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Moscow Olympic Arena (Moscow, Russia) are cheering for the fighters.
Barnett is holding Fedor Emelianenko's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Fedor Emelianenko loses balance and goes to the ground.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to trap Josh Barnett in his guard.
Josh Barnett keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 3:00 in the 2 round
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Josh Barnett looks to mount Fedor Emelianenko...
Josh Barnett slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Barnett tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Josh Barnett controls the situation despite Fedor Emelianenko efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll on the ground...
Barnett knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Fedor misses a step and Josh Barnett sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fedor tries to escape from the full mount...
Josh Barnett is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The clock says 3:35 in the 2 round
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Josh Barnett launches a few punches to Fedor
Weak punches. He needs to improve his position!
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Josh Barnett looks to mount Fedor Emelianenko...
Josh Barnett slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Josh Barnett isolates Fedor Emelianenko's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Fedor Emelianenko is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Fedor Emelianenko can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Barnett's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Barnett tries to cover his face,
The clock says 4:20 in the 2 round
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll on the ground...
Barnett knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Barnett is trying to counter now!
Fedor tries to escape from the full mount...
Josh Barnett is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The clock says 4:30 in the 2 round
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to trap Josh Barnett in his guard.
Josh Barnett keeps control and remains in side mount.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor works on the ground with his fingers over Barnett's face
Barnett shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
The clock says 4:50 in the 2 round
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to trap Josh Barnett in his guard.
Josh Barnett keeps control and remains in side mount.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor measures the resilience of Barnett's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Barnett blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 3
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Fedor is holding Josh Barnett's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Josh Barnett shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
The clock says 0:25 in the 3 round
Fedor decides to launch some tentative punches
Josh Barnett takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Fedor Emelianenko seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Josh Barnett!
Solid shot from Josh Barnett to the body.
Fedor blocks in time.
The clock says 0:45 in the 3 round
Fedor decides to launch some tentative punches
Josh Barnett takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Josh Barnett jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Josh Barnett fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Fedor grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Barnett struggles... Fedor Emelianenko is unable to take him down
Barnett is trying to counter now!
Barnett tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Barnett is clinching with Fedor.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Barnett tries a knee to the midsection...
Ouch! That seems to have landed on Fedor Emelianenko's groin! Was that unintentional?
John McCarthy didn't see the foul!
Fedor Emelianenko pushes away Barnett trying to keep the fight at striking range
Barnett doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Fedor Emelianenko
The clock says 1:45 in the 3 round
The fighters are clinching.
Josh Barnett is in good position and is looking to change levels for the takedown...
Barnett catches an ankle and Fedor is tripped to the mat!
The clock says 1:55 in the 3 round
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Barnett tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Josh Barnett fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Josh Barnett hooks Fedor's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Fedor Emelianenko manages to kick Barnett away and scrambles on top!
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Barnett
Josh Barnett overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Fedor pulls his arm out of danger.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Barnett
Barnett tries to close his guard around Fedor
He succeeds!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Barnett
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Barnett measures the resilience of Fedor's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Fedor's side.
The clock says 2:45 in the 3 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Barnett
Fedor Emelianenko tries to better his position on the ground...
Barnett holds Fedor Emelianenko's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Fedor misses a step and Josh Barnett sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fedor is in closed guard... Barnett tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko!
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Fedor launches a few weak punches
Barnett blocks them effectively.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Barnett's cheek from the guard.
Josh Barnett uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Barnett's cheek from the guard.
Josh Barnett uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Barnett is trying to counter now!
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Josh Barnett rolls Fedor Emelianenko to his stomach and takes his back!
The clock says 3:30 in the 3 round
Barnett is in rear mount over Fedor
Fedor has Barnett controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Barnett is unable to move under Fedor control.
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Barnett cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Fedor can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Fedor switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Barnett struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
John McCarthy stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Josh Barnett tries a hook to the body
and hits Fedor's ribs hard
Josh Barnett attempts a sweep single...
Josh Barnett catches Fedor Emelianenko's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Barnett.
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Barnett tries to escape from the closed guard
Barnett succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Barnett moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
The clock says 4:45 in the 3 round
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Josh Barnett realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Fedor Emelianenko. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Moscow Olympic Arena (Moscow, Russia) are cheering for the fighters.
Josh Barnett tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Fedor is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 4
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Fedor Emelianenko attempts a sweep single...
Josh Barnett was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Barnett studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Fedor is holding Josh Barnett's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Josh Barnett shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
Barnett tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Josh Barnett leans forwards and tries to grapple with Fedor
Barnett shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
The fighters are clinching.
Fedor gets himself into good position and looks to change levels for the takedown...
Josh Barnett doesn't let Fedor Emelianenko get in on his legs.
Josh Barnett tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Barnett circles out and slips free of Fedor Emelianenko's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
Barnett shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Josh Barnett tries to bring the fight to the ground
Fedor goes down.
Crushing shot to Fedor's body! He's holding his side
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor tries to close his guard around Barnett
He is not able to do it
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Barnett struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
Barnett is trying to counter now!
Josh Barnett pushes Fedor Emelianenko against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Barnett jumps and tries to free his leg! Fedor doesn't allow this but Josh Barnett is able to get half guard here.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Josh Barnett isolates Fedor Emelianenko's right arm looking for an armbar...
Fedor Emelianenko manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Josh Barnett lost his dominant position.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Barnett
Fedor is in open guard over Barnett... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Barnett rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Fedor Emelianenko. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Fedor is holding Josh Barnett's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Josh Barnett shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
Barnett is trying to counter now!
Barnett moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Fedor with a double overhooks!
Barnett jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Josh Barnett pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
Fedor Emelianenko pushes away Barnett trying to keep the fight at striking range
Barnett doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Fedor Emelianenko
The fighters are clinching.
Fedor Emelianenko pushes away Barnett trying to keep the fight at striking range
Barnett doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Fedor Emelianenko
The clock says 2:25 in the 4 round
The fighters are clinching.
Josh Barnett fakes a punch to Fedor Emelianenko ribs and the tries to trip him
Fedor Emelianenko loses balance and goes to the ground
The clock says 2:35 in the 4 round
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Fedor measures the resilience of Barnett's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Barnett blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
The clock says 2:45 in the 4 round
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Barnett blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Fedor's guard.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Barnett throws a few hammer fists to the face of Fedor Emelianenko
Solid shots!
The clock says 3:20 in the 4 round
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Josh Barnett throws a lot of punches
some strikes get through.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Josh Barnett tries to pass Fedor Emelianenko's guard...
Josh Barnett passes momentarily but Fedor Emelianenko regains half guard.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Josh Barnett pushes Fedor's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by Barnett who is in full mount! Fedor is in trouble now!
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor measures the resilience of Barnett's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Barnett blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Fedor clumsily fails here and it's time for Josh Barnett to fight back!
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and trap Josh Barnett in his guard...
Josh Barnett rolls him over and takes his back!
The clock says 4:00 in the 4 round
Barnett is in rear mount over Fedor
Barnett tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Fedor! Barnett has one hook in and keeps working!
Barnett is in rear mount over Fedor with one hook in
Barnett tries to end this with a RNC!
Fedor manages to roll on the ground and break the lock
John McCarthy has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Moscow Olympic Arena (Moscow, Russia) are cheering for the fighters.
Fedor grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Barnett struggles... Fedor Emelianenko is unable to take him down
Fedor clumsily fails here and it's time for Josh Barnett to fight back!
Josh Barnett fakes a punch and launches himself over Fedor Emelianenko
Great move by Barnett who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to holds Josh Barnett in a clinch against the fence
Barnett escapes from the clinch before Fedor Emelianenko could keep him in place
Fedor Emelianenko tries to holds Josh Barnett in a clinch against the fence
Barnett escapes from the clinch before Fedor Emelianenko could keep him in place
Fedor fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Barnett sprawls and remains on his feet.
Fedor Emelianenko gets sloppy and Josh Barnett tries to take advantage...
Barnett tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Barnett is clinching with Fedor.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 5
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Fedor studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Fedor Emelianenko shoots for a double leg takedown!
Josh Barnett sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Fedor is holding Josh Barnett's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Josh Barnett shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
Barnett is trying to counter now!
Josh Barnett moves forward looking for some grappling action
Barnett has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Josh Barnett pushes away Fedor trying to keep the fight at striking range
Fedor stumbles backwards and Josh Barnett circles to get the center of the cage
Fedor is holding Josh Barnett's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Josh Barnett shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Josh Barnett jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to bring the fight to the ground
Barnett won't budge, forcing Fedor to pull guard.
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Fedor tries an armbar from the bottom!
Josh Barnett breaks the lock and moves himself to side control.
Fedor misses a step and Josh Barnett sees an opportunity to counter him!
Barnett tries to escape from closed guard...
Fedor waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Josh Barnett! He is reversed and nor Fedor Emelianenko is on half guard!
The clock says 1:10 in the 5 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Barnett
Fedor sits over his knees and pushes away Barnett's leg!
Barnett closes his legs around Fedor Emelianenko's leg. Fedor is not able to move away now!
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Barnett
Josh Barnett isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Fedor blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Barnett's guard.
Fedor is trying to counter now!
Fedor Emelianenko aggressively and repeatedly punches Barnett.
Good job by Barnett blocking and slipping the blows.
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Barnett
Josh Barnett tries to turn in and scramble out. Fedor Emelianenko timed him perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Josh Barnett slips his head out and manages to gain top control.
Poorly executed technique. Josh Barnett looks to counter!
Josh Barnett launches a few punches to Fedor's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Fedor tries to cover his face,
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Barnett
Fedor launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Josh Barnett rolls over himself and stands up while Fedor Emelianenko rolls on his back.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Fedor Emelianenko. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to bring the fight to the ground
Barnett goes down.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Barnett
Fedor cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Barnett can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Barnett tries to close his guard around Fedor
He succeeds!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Barnett
Barnett throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Fedor Emelianenko realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Barnett misses a step and Fedor Emelianenko sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fedor Emelianenko decides to jump inside Barnett's guard.
Barnett fights back with his feet, forcing Fedor to try something else.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Barnett
Barnett tries an armbar from the bottom!
Fedor Emelianenko breaks the lock and moves himself to side control.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Josh Barnett
Barnett tries to move on the ground and shows Fedor Emelianenko a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Barnett's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! John McCarthy knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Josh Barnett
Josh Barnett attempts to trap Fedor Emelianenko in his guard.
Fedor Emelianenko keeps control and remains in side mount.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Josh Barnett
Fedor Emelianenko isolates Josh Barnett's left arm looking for an armbar...
Josh Barnett manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Fedor Emelianenko lost his dominant position.
Fedor clumsily fails here and it's time for Josh Barnett to fight back!
Barnett measures the resilience of Fedor's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Fedor's side.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Josh Barnett
Josh Barnett attempts to trap Fedor Emelianenko in his guard.
Josh Barnett manages to switch to full guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Barnett
Fedor Emelianenko moves to better his position on the ground...
Fedor Emelianenko viciously slams hammer blows to Barnett's face!
The clock says 3:40 in the 5 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Barnett
Barnett tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Josh Barnett. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Moscow Olympic Arena (Moscow, Russia) are cheering for the fighters.
Barnett wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Barnett moves forward and holds Fedor
The clock says 4:05 in the 5 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Fedor grab one of Josh Barnett's arm and tries a Hip Throw
Barnett done well to maintain his balances and avoid going down
The fighters are clinching.
Josh Barnett shoots and grab one of Fedor Emelianenko's leg, attempting to take him down with a Single Leg
Fedor lose his balance and falls to the mat
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor tries to close his guard around Barnett
He is not able to do it
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Barnett's cheek from the guard.
Josh Barnett uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Good looking punches from Josh Barnett on the ground
They could take their toll on Fedor.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I would be surprised if the judges didn't see that round for Fedor.
Winner is Josh Barnett by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Fedor Emelianenko
Punches 0/5 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/4 (0%)
Takedowns 3/19 (16%)
GnP strikes 10/38 (26%)
Submissions 12/12 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 930 s
Statistics: Josh Barnett
Punches 8/11 (73%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/2 (50%)
Takedowns 11/13 (85%)
GnP strikes 17/28 (61%)
Submissions 13/13 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 5/5 (100%)
Time on the ground 921 s
"So far I'm perfect though, but we're only 5 fights in."
- Austin, as I am posting a fight he predicted incorrectly.
Josh Barnett doesn't look concerned about anything his opponent brings to the table.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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Fedor Emelianenko and Josh Barnett touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Barnett wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Barnett moves forward and holds Fedor
The fighters are clinching.
Josh Barnett is in good position and is looking to change levels for the takedown...
Barnett catches an ankle and Fedor is tripped to the mat!
Hard blow to Fedor's mid-section, he seems hurt
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Barnett use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Fedor Emelianenko holds Josh Barnett and prevents him from moving to a better position!
The clock says 0:40 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Barnett struggles on the ground and tries to break Fedor Emelianenko's guard...
Josh Barnett is in Fedor open guard now
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Barnett's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Barnett tries to cover his face,
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Barnett moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
The clock says 1:15 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor tries to close his guard around Barnett
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:25 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Fedor measures the resilience of Barnett's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Barnett's side.
The clock says 1:35 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Barnett pulls his arm out of danger.
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Barnett is in closed guard... Fedor tries to roll on the ground!
Josh Barnett uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Barnett tries to escape from closed guard...
Fedor waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Josh Barnett! He is reversed and nor Fedor Emelianenko is on half guard!
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Barnett
Josh Barnett attempts to move to full guard
Josh Barnett manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 2:15 in the 1 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Barnett
Josh Barnett slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Fedor Emelianenko cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
John McCarthy has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 2:25 in the 1 round
Barnett jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Josh Barnett pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
Fedor doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Josh Barnett embrace and tries to move away...
Josh Barnett pushes Fedor forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Josh Barnett is clinching with Fedor Emelianenko's back against the fence, Barnett tries a big elbow
Fedor Emelianenko blocks that one and force Josh Barnett to come out with something better
Fedor Emelianenko tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Fedor circles out and slips free of Josh Barnett's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
The clock says 2:45 in the 1 round
Fedor grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Barnett struggles... Fedor Emelianenko is unable to take him down
Barnett is holding Fedor Emelianenko's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Fedor Emelianenko loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 3:10 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Josh Barnett launches a few punches to Fedor
Fedor covers himself well and then rolls on the ground. Great reversal!
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Barnett
Barnett tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Barnett
Barnett throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Fedor Emelianenko realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Josh Barnett. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Moscow Olympic Arena (Moscow, Russia) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 3:40 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett tries to bring the fight to the ground
Fedor goes down.
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Barnett is in open guard over Fedor... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Fedor rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Josh Barnett. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Moscow Olympic Arena (Moscow, Russia) are cheering for the fighters.
Barnett is holding Fedor Emelianenko's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Fedor Emelianenko shows great balance while pushing away Josh Barnett
Barnett grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Fedor struggles... Josh Barnett is unable to take him down
Barnett misses a step and Fedor Emelianenko sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fedor launches a hook to the body
Josh Barnett moves aside looking for a counter...
Barnett is holding Fedor Emelianenko's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Fedor Emelianenko loses balance and goes to the ground.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Barnett tries to move to full mount!
Fedor won't allow him to take this position easily.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Josh Barnett isolates Fedor Emelianenko's left arm looking for an armbar...
Fedor Emelianenko manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Josh Barnett lost his dominant position.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Barnett
Barnett tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Barnett
Fedor tries to move to full mount
Fedor's ground game is not enough to provide him any advantage
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Barnett
Fedor Emelianenko pushes Josh Barnett against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Josh Barnett struggles not allowing Fedor Emelianenko improve his position.
Barnett tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Barnett tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
John McCarthy stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Josh Barnett fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 2
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Fedor Emelianenko shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Josh Barnett is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Fedor into his guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Barnett
Josh Barnett launches a few punches to Fedor's cheek from the guard.
Fedor Emelianenko uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Barnett
Fedor Emelianenko tries to better his position on the ground...
Barnett holds Fedor Emelianenko's head against his chin in the closed guard.
The clock says 0:40 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Barnett
Barnett moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Fedor Emelianenko breaks the lock, rolls on the ground and stands up quickly.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Josh Barnett. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Moscow Olympic Arena (Moscow, Russia) are cheering for the fighters.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to bring the fight to the ground
Barnett goes down.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Barnett
Fedor is in open guard over Barnett... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Barnett rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Josh Barnett is on his feet again.
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Barnett is standing while Fedor is on the ground on his back
Josh Barnett creates space and allows Fedor Emelianenko to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Fedor Emelianenko is standing now.
Fedor decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Fedor moves back and takes a deep breath.
The clock says 1:35 in the 2 round
Josh Barnett tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Fedor is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Barnett blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Fedor's guard.
The clock says 2:00 in the 2 round
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Barnett's cheek from the guard.
Josh Barnett uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Barnett blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Fedor's guard.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Fedor Emelianenko gets sloppy and Josh Barnett tries to take advantage...
Barnett sits over his knees and pushes away Fedor's leg!
Fedor closes his legs around Josh Barnett's leg. Barnett is not able to move away now!
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to move to full guard
Josh Barnett keeps good control and remains in half guard.
John McCarthy has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Moscow Olympic Arena (Moscow, Russia) are cheering for the fighters.
Barnett is holding Fedor Emelianenko's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Fedor Emelianenko loses balance and goes to the ground.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to trap Josh Barnett in his guard.
Josh Barnett keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 3:00 in the 2 round
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Josh Barnett looks to mount Fedor Emelianenko...
Josh Barnett slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Barnett tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Josh Barnett controls the situation despite Fedor Emelianenko efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll on the ground...
Barnett knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Fedor misses a step and Josh Barnett sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fedor tries to escape from the full mount...
Josh Barnett is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The clock says 3:35 in the 2 round
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Josh Barnett launches a few punches to Fedor
Weak punches. He needs to improve his position!
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Josh Barnett looks to mount Fedor Emelianenko...
Josh Barnett slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Josh Barnett isolates Fedor Emelianenko's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Fedor Emelianenko is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Fedor Emelianenko can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Barnett's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Barnett tries to cover his face,
The clock says 4:20 in the 2 round
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll on the ground...
Barnett knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Barnett is trying to counter now!
Fedor tries to escape from the full mount...
Josh Barnett is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The clock says 4:30 in the 2 round
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to trap Josh Barnett in his guard.
Josh Barnett keeps control and remains in side mount.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor works on the ground with his fingers over Barnett's face
Barnett shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
The clock says 4:50 in the 2 round
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to trap Josh Barnett in his guard.
Josh Barnett keeps control and remains in side mount.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor measures the resilience of Barnett's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Barnett blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 3
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Fedor is holding Josh Barnett's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Josh Barnett shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
The clock says 0:25 in the 3 round
Fedor decides to launch some tentative punches
Josh Barnett takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Fedor Emelianenko seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Josh Barnett!
Solid shot from Josh Barnett to the body.
Fedor blocks in time.
The clock says 0:45 in the 3 round
Fedor decides to launch some tentative punches
Josh Barnett takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Josh Barnett jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Josh Barnett fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Fedor grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Barnett struggles... Fedor Emelianenko is unable to take him down
Barnett is trying to counter now!
Barnett tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Barnett is clinching with Fedor.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Barnett tries a knee to the midsection...
Ouch! That seems to have landed on Fedor Emelianenko's groin! Was that unintentional?
John McCarthy didn't see the foul!
Fedor Emelianenko pushes away Barnett trying to keep the fight at striking range
Barnett doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Fedor Emelianenko
The clock says 1:45 in the 3 round
The fighters are clinching.
Josh Barnett is in good position and is looking to change levels for the takedown...
Barnett catches an ankle and Fedor is tripped to the mat!
The clock says 1:55 in the 3 round
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Barnett tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Josh Barnett fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Josh Barnett hooks Fedor's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Fedor Emelianenko manages to kick Barnett away and scrambles on top!
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Barnett
Josh Barnett overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Fedor pulls his arm out of danger.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Barnett
Barnett tries to close his guard around Fedor
He succeeds!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Barnett
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Barnett measures the resilience of Fedor's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Fedor's side.
The clock says 2:45 in the 3 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Barnett
Fedor Emelianenko tries to better his position on the ground...
Barnett holds Fedor Emelianenko's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Fedor misses a step and Josh Barnett sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fedor is in closed guard... Barnett tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko!
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Fedor launches a few weak punches
Barnett blocks them effectively.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Barnett's cheek from the guard.
Josh Barnett uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Barnett's cheek from the guard.
Josh Barnett uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Barnett is trying to counter now!
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Josh Barnett rolls Fedor Emelianenko to his stomach and takes his back!
The clock says 3:30 in the 3 round
Barnett is in rear mount over Fedor
Fedor has Barnett controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Barnett is unable to move under Fedor control.
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Barnett cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Fedor can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Fedor switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Barnett struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
John McCarthy stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Josh Barnett tries a hook to the body
and hits Fedor's ribs hard
Josh Barnett attempts a sweep single...
Josh Barnett catches Fedor Emelianenko's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Barnett.
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Barnett tries to escape from the closed guard
Barnett succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Barnett moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
The clock says 4:45 in the 3 round
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Josh Barnett realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Fedor Emelianenko. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Moscow Olympic Arena (Moscow, Russia) are cheering for the fighters.
Josh Barnett tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Fedor is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 4
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Fedor Emelianenko attempts a sweep single...
Josh Barnett was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Barnett studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Fedor is holding Josh Barnett's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Josh Barnett shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
Barnett tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Josh Barnett leans forwards and tries to grapple with Fedor
Barnett shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
The fighters are clinching.
Fedor gets himself into good position and looks to change levels for the takedown...
Josh Barnett doesn't let Fedor Emelianenko get in on his legs.
Josh Barnett tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Barnett circles out and slips free of Fedor Emelianenko's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
Barnett shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Josh Barnett tries to bring the fight to the ground
Fedor goes down.
Crushing shot to Fedor's body! He's holding his side
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor tries to close his guard around Barnett
He is not able to do it
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Barnett struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
Barnett is trying to counter now!
Josh Barnett pushes Fedor Emelianenko against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Barnett jumps and tries to free his leg! Fedor doesn't allow this but Josh Barnett is able to get half guard here.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Josh Barnett isolates Fedor Emelianenko's right arm looking for an armbar...
Fedor Emelianenko manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Josh Barnett lost his dominant position.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Barnett
Fedor is in open guard over Barnett... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Barnett rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Fedor Emelianenko. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Fedor is holding Josh Barnett's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Josh Barnett shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
Barnett is trying to counter now!
Barnett moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Fedor with a double overhooks!
Barnett jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Josh Barnett pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
Fedor Emelianenko pushes away Barnett trying to keep the fight at striking range
Barnett doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Fedor Emelianenko
The fighters are clinching.
Fedor Emelianenko pushes away Barnett trying to keep the fight at striking range
Barnett doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Fedor Emelianenko
The clock says 2:25 in the 4 round
The fighters are clinching.
Josh Barnett fakes a punch to Fedor Emelianenko ribs and the tries to trip him
Fedor Emelianenko loses balance and goes to the ground
The clock says 2:35 in the 4 round
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Fedor measures the resilience of Barnett's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Barnett blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
The clock says 2:45 in the 4 round
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Barnett blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Fedor's guard.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Barnett throws a few hammer fists to the face of Fedor Emelianenko
Solid shots!
The clock says 3:20 in the 4 round
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Josh Barnett throws a lot of punches
some strikes get through.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Josh Barnett tries to pass Fedor Emelianenko's guard...
Josh Barnett passes momentarily but Fedor Emelianenko regains half guard.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Fedor
Josh Barnett pushes Fedor's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by Barnett who is in full mount! Fedor is in trouble now!
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor measures the resilience of Barnett's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Barnett blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Fedor clumsily fails here and it's time for Josh Barnett to fight back!
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and trap Josh Barnett in his guard...
Josh Barnett rolls him over and takes his back!
The clock says 4:00 in the 4 round
Barnett is in rear mount over Fedor
Barnett tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Fedor! Barnett has one hook in and keeps working!
Barnett is in rear mount over Fedor with one hook in
Barnett tries to end this with a RNC!
Fedor manages to roll on the ground and break the lock
John McCarthy has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Moscow Olympic Arena (Moscow, Russia) are cheering for the fighters.
Fedor grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Barnett struggles... Fedor Emelianenko is unable to take him down
Fedor clumsily fails here and it's time for Josh Barnett to fight back!
Josh Barnett fakes a punch and launches himself over Fedor Emelianenko
Great move by Barnett who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to holds Josh Barnett in a clinch against the fence
Barnett escapes from the clinch before Fedor Emelianenko could keep him in place
Fedor Emelianenko tries to holds Josh Barnett in a clinch against the fence
Barnett escapes from the clinch before Fedor Emelianenko could keep him in place
Fedor fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Barnett sprawls and remains on his feet.
Fedor Emelianenko gets sloppy and Josh Barnett tries to take advantage...
Barnett tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Barnett is clinching with Fedor.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 5
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Fedor studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Fedor Emelianenko shoots for a double leg takedown!
Josh Barnett sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Fedor is holding Josh Barnett's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Josh Barnett shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
Barnett is trying to counter now!
Josh Barnett moves forward looking for some grappling action
Barnett has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Josh Barnett pushes away Fedor trying to keep the fight at striking range
Fedor stumbles backwards and Josh Barnett circles to get the center of the cage
Fedor is holding Josh Barnett's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Josh Barnett shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Josh Barnett jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to bring the fight to the ground
Barnett won't budge, forcing Fedor to pull guard.
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Fedor
Fedor tries an armbar from the bottom!
Josh Barnett breaks the lock and moves himself to side control.
Fedor misses a step and Josh Barnett sees an opportunity to counter him!
Barnett tries to escape from closed guard...
Fedor waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Josh Barnett! He is reversed and nor Fedor Emelianenko is on half guard!
The clock says 1:10 in the 5 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Barnett
Fedor sits over his knees and pushes away Barnett's leg!
Barnett closes his legs around Fedor Emelianenko's leg. Fedor is not able to move away now!
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Barnett
Josh Barnett isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Fedor blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Barnett's guard.
Fedor is trying to counter now!
Fedor Emelianenko aggressively and repeatedly punches Barnett.
Good job by Barnett blocking and slipping the blows.
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Barnett
Josh Barnett tries to turn in and scramble out. Fedor Emelianenko timed him perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Josh Barnett slips his head out and manages to gain top control.
Poorly executed technique. Josh Barnett looks to counter!
Josh Barnett launches a few punches to Fedor's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Fedor tries to cover his face,
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Barnett
Fedor launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Josh Barnett rolls over himself and stands up while Fedor Emelianenko rolls on his back.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Fedor Emelianenko. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to bring the fight to the ground
Barnett goes down.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Barnett
Fedor cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Barnett can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Barnett tries to close his guard around Fedor
He succeeds!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Barnett
Barnett throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Fedor Emelianenko realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Barnett misses a step and Fedor Emelianenko sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fedor Emelianenko decides to jump inside Barnett's guard.
Barnett fights back with his feet, forcing Fedor to try something else.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Barnett
Barnett tries an armbar from the bottom!
Fedor Emelianenko breaks the lock and moves himself to side control.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Josh Barnett
Barnett tries to move on the ground and shows Fedor Emelianenko a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Barnett's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! John McCarthy knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Josh Barnett
Josh Barnett attempts to trap Fedor Emelianenko in his guard.
Fedor Emelianenko keeps control and remains in side mount.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Josh Barnett
Fedor Emelianenko isolates Josh Barnett's left arm looking for an armbar...
Josh Barnett manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Fedor Emelianenko lost his dominant position.
Fedor clumsily fails here and it's time for Josh Barnett to fight back!
Barnett measures the resilience of Fedor's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Fedor's side.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Josh Barnett
Josh Barnett attempts to trap Fedor Emelianenko in his guard.
Josh Barnett manages to switch to full guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Barnett
Fedor Emelianenko moves to better his position on the ground...
Fedor Emelianenko viciously slams hammer blows to Barnett's face!
The clock says 3:40 in the 5 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Barnett
Barnett tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Josh Barnett. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Moscow Olympic Arena (Moscow, Russia) are cheering for the fighters.
Barnett wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Barnett moves forward and holds Fedor
The clock says 4:05 in the 5 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Fedor grab one of Josh Barnett's arm and tries a Hip Throw
Barnett done well to maintain his balances and avoid going down
The fighters are clinching.
Josh Barnett shoots and grab one of Fedor Emelianenko's leg, attempting to take him down with a Single Leg
Fedor lose his balance and falls to the mat
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor tries to close his guard around Barnett
He is not able to do it
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Barnett's cheek from the guard.
Josh Barnett uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Fedor
Good looking punches from Josh Barnett on the ground
They could take their toll on Fedor.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I would be surprised if the judges didn't see that round for Fedor.
Winner is Josh Barnett by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Fedor Emelianenko
Punches 0/5 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/4 (0%)
Takedowns 3/19 (16%)
GnP strikes 10/38 (26%)
Submissions 12/12 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 930 s
Statistics: Josh Barnett
Punches 8/11 (73%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/2 (50%)
Takedowns 11/13 (85%)
GnP strikes 17/28 (61%)
Submissions 13/13 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 5/5 (100%)
Time on the ground 921 s
"So far I'm perfect though, but we're only 5 fights in."
- Austin, as I am posting a fight he predicted incorrectly.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!