Post by The Sandmen on May 29, 2015 8:36:17 GMT -5
Renan Barão is beating himself up in the corner before the fight begins, smacking himself in the face, body and legs to get ready for his scrap.
Kenny Florian is beating himself up in the corner before the fight begins, smacking himself in the face, body and legs to get ready for his scrap.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
The referee of the bout is Josh Rosenthal.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
Renan Barão attempts a sweep single...
Renan Barão catches Kenny Florian's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Barão.
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Barão tries to escape from closed guard...
Barão struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
The clock says 0:30 in the 1 round
Renan Barão is in half guard over KenFlo
Renan Barão tries to pass Kenny Florian's guard...
Renan Barão passes momentarily but Kenny Florian regains half guard.
Renan Barão is in half guard over KenFlo
Renan Barão isolates Kenny Florian's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Kenny Florian is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Barão clumsily fails here and it's time for Kenny Florian to fight back!
Kenny Florian attempts to move to full guard
Renan Barão keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Renan Barão is in half guard over KenFlo
Barão is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Barão launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Kenny Florian is not able to stop KenFlo ground skills and Renan Barão moves to side mount!
Renan Barão is in side mount over Kenny Florian
Renan Barão looks to mount Kenny Florian...
Kenny Florian sees an opening and locks his opponent in half guard.
Renan Barão is in half guard over KenFlo
Renan Barão tries a kimura
KenFlo breaks the lock.
Renan Barão is in side mount over Kenny Florian
Kenny Florian attempts to trap Renan Barão in his guard.
Kenny Florian manages to switch to full guard.
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Barão blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass KenFlo's guard.
Barão is trying to counter now!
Renan Barão looks to posture up and open Kenny Florian's guard...
Renan Barão forces Kenny Florian to open his guard.
Josh Rosenthal 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.
The two exchange wildly
KenFlo is connecting with a few punches
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Kenny Florian can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Tremendous strikes from KenFlo!
Some big punches are landing!
Renan Barão tries a high kick!
KenFlo was covering for a middle kick but that one almost knocked off his head!
The clock says 2:15 in the 1 round
KenFlo fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Renan Barão didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Barão ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Barão
Renan Barão struggles to not give his opponent a chance to recover
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Barão
BJJ! That is what must be passing through KenFlo's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Barão
Barão tries to close his guard around KenFlo
He is not able to do it
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Barão
KenFlo is in open guard over Barão... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Barão rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Kenny Florian. 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 Copps Coliseum (Hamilton, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
KenFlo moves backwards and Renan Barão is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
A right hand from Kenny Florian
makes Barão stumble back!
The clock says 3:20 in the 1 round
Barão fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
KenFlo sprawls and remains on his feet.
KenFlo is trying to counter now!
KenFlo moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Barão with a double overhooks!
A right hand from Renan Barão
gets deflected.
KenFlo tries to grapple
He puts Barão in a double underhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
KenFlo is working in the clinch and suddenly tries to pull guard!
KenFlo brings Renan Barão to the ground and quickly closes guard.
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Renan Barão is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Barão struggles on the ground and tries to break Kenny Florian's guard...
KenFlo doesn't want to free his opponent and Barão continues in closed guard
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
KenFlo switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Barão struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
KenFlo switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Barão struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
The clock says 4:30 in the 1 round
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Barão pulls his arm out of danger.
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Barão blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass KenFlo's guard.
The clock says 4:50 in the 1 round
Renan Barão is in half guard over KenFlo
Nice beating Renan Barão has received.
Barão tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling KenFlo from the side mount!
Renan Barão is in side mount over Kenny Florian
Barão is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
KenFlo tries to move on the ground and shows Renan Barão a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
KenFlo uses his forearms to block the impact!
Poorly executed technique. Kenny Florian looks to counter!
Kenny Florian attempts to trap Renan Barão in his guard.
Kenny Florian manages to switch to full guard.
Josh Rosenthal stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Copps Coliseum (Hamilton, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 2
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The clock says 0:10 in the 2 round
Kenny Florian attempts a sweep single...
Kenny Florian catches Renan Barão's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by KenFlo.
The clock says 0:20 in the 2 round
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Barão
Renan Barão launches a few punches to KenFlo's cheek from the guard.
Kenny Florian uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
The clock says 0:30 in the 2 round
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Barão
Kenny Florian tries to better his position on the ground...
KenFlo breaks the closed guard of Renan Barão and moves to half guard
Kenny Florian is in side mount over Renan Barão
Kenny Florian looks to pass to mount...
KenFlo slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Renan Barão.
Kenny Florian is in full mount over Renan Barão
Renan Barão tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
The clock says 1:05 in the 2 round
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Renan Barão is cooling the fight on the ground
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Renan Barão aggressively and repeatedly punches KenFlo.
Good job by KenFlo blocking and slipping the blows.
Renan Barão gets sloppy and Kenny Florian tries to take advantage...
Barão is in closed guard... KenFlo tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Renan Barão!
Kenny Florian is in full mount over Renan Barão
Renan Barão tries to roll to his side and trap Kenny Florian in his guard...
Renan Barão gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Barão
Kenny Florian tries to finish with a leg lock!
Barão is able to break the lock.
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Barão
KenFlo moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Barão
Barão switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
KenFlo struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
Poorly executed technique. Kenny Florian looks to counter!
Kenny Florian pushes Barão's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Barão rolls and he's now on half guard over Kenny Florian. Nice reversal.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Copps Coliseum (Hamilton, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Barão moves forward looking for some action
Kenny Florian struggles a bit before breaking Barão's attemp of grappling
Renan Barão shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Kenny Florian is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Barão into his guard.
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
KenFlo and Barão are at the same level nowadays... This match is very interesting because no one knows who will win.
Renan Barão is looking to pass Kenny Florian's guard...
Kenny Florian has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Barão struggles on the ground and tries to break Kenny Florian's guard...
Renan Barão is in KenFlo open guard now
Renan Barão is in open guard over KenFlo
Barão is in open guard over KenFlo... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
KenFlo rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
KenFlo is trying to counter now!
Kenny Florian slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Renan Barão cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Renan Barão is in side mount over Kenny Florian
Renan Barão goes for an americana!
KenFlo breaks free.
KenFlo is trying to counter now!
KenFlo tries to show some ground skills
Kenny Florian put Barão in half guard.
The clock says 2:50 in the 2 round
Renan Barão is in half guard over KenFlo
Barão is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Josh Rosenthal didn't see the foul!
Renan Barão is in half guard over KenFlo
Barão launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Kenny Florian is not able to stop KenFlo ground skills and Renan Barão moves to side mount!
The clock says 3:10 in the 2 round
Renan Barão is in side mount over Kenny Florian
The fight is still up for grabs at this point.
Kenny Florian tries to turn away and scramble out. Renan Barão takes his back and locks up a rear naked choke!
He can't lock it up. Kenny Florian spins out and gets back to his feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Copps Coliseum (Hamilton, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Renan Barão circles around KenFlo
Barão moves aside and launches a furious low kick!
Hard blow to KenFlo's thigh!
KenFlo hyper-extended his leg
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Barão steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Barão fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Kenny Florian didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Renan Barão is in open guard over KenFlo
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Renan Barão work his BJJ game.
Barão works on the ground with his fingers over KenFlo's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Josh Rosenthal didn't see the foul!
Renan Barão is in open guard over KenFlo
Barão tries to open up KenFlo with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Some nice shots are landing and KenFlo is trying to block them with his hands...
The clock says 3:55 in the 2 round
Renan Barão is in open guard over KenFlo
KenFlo throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Renan Barão realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Kenny Florian. 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 Copps Coliseum (Hamilton, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
KenFlo launches a furious low kick!
Renan Barão blocks
KenFlo clumsily fails here and it's time for Renan Barão to fight back!
Tremendous strikes from Barão!
Some big punches are landing!
The clock says 4:20 in the 2 round
Some nice shots from Kenny Florian
that stun Barão.
The clock says 4:30 in the 2 round
Barão moves forward looking for some action
Renan Barão shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
The fighters are clinching.
Renan Barão shoots and grab both of Kenny Florian's leg, attempting to take him down with a Double Leg
Kenny Florian managed to pull back his leg from Renan Barão's grip and move away from him
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Kenny Florian tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Renan Barão
well done Barão falls hard on the mat
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
You have to give that round to Kenny Florian.
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Round 3
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Renan Barão and KenFlo engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Solid low kick from Renan Barão.
KenFlo deflects it.
Renan Barão gets sloppy and Kenny Florian tries to take advantage...
KenFlo avoids a dangerous strike from Barão
and counters with a solid straight!
Renan Barão fakes a punch and launches himself over KenFlo!
Kenny Florian is smart enough to avoid the clinch game by Barão and pushes him away!
The clock says 0:45 in the 3 round
Barão steps forward
Kenny Florian catches him with an uppercut to the face!
Kenny Florian shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Renan Barão is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull KenFlo into his guard.
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Barão
Renan Barão throws up a triangle attempt!
Kenny Florian postures up and breaks the triangle.
Barão misses a step and Kenny Florian sees an opportunity to counter him!
KenFlo tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Kenny Florian fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
The clock says 1:10 in the 3 round
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Barão
KenFlo launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Barão is covering himself! KenFlo tries to force the situation and Barão clumsily gives his back!
KenFlo is in rear mount over Barão
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Kenny Florian work his BJJ game.
Kenny Florian slides his arm under Renan Barão's chin and locks in a rear naked choke!
Renan Barão pushes up and slides Kenny Florian's arm over his chin.
KenFlo is in rear mount over Barão
Barão launches a few weak punches
KenFlo blocks them effectively.
KenFlo is in rear mount over Barão
Barão measures the resilience of KenFlo's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
KenFlo blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Barão clumsily fails here and it's time for Kenny Florian to fight back!
Barão has given his back to Kenny Florian who is trying to get one hook in!
Kenny Florian has one hook in!
KenFlo is in rear mount over Barão with one hook in
Barão is trying to escape from the rear mount.
KenFlo tries to use some of his tricky moves but KenFlo's is smart enough to counter him.
KenFlo is in rear mount over Barão with one hook in
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Renan Barão can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Barão has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Barão is unable to find a way to scape from this.
Poorly executed technique. Kenny Florian looks to counter!
Kenny Florian isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
KenFlo is locking that Armbar...
That Armbar looks tight...
Punishing hold!
Barão Hyper-extended his left arm
You can see the pain reflected in Barão's eyes...
You can see the pain reflected in Barão's eyes...
Barão locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Kenny Florian unil he can pull his arm free! KenFlo lost his dominant position.
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian launches a few punches to Barão's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Barão tries to cover his face,
Barão's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The clock says 2:20 in the 3 round
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Not a desiderable position that Barão is in now. Kenny Florian is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
KenFlo measures the resilience of Barão's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Barão's side.
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Barão tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
KenFlo leans and gets Renan Barão's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Josh Rosenthal 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 Copps Coliseum (Hamilton, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 2:40 in the 3 round
Kenny Florian attempts to cut off Barão with punches
Barão reels from the strikes.
KenFlo cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Barão can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Barão avoids a dangerous strike from KenFlo
and fends him off with feel-out punches.
KenFlo tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
KenFlo goes to the body...
He punishes Barão's ribs with a couple of hooks.
Barão tries to grapple
KenFlo moves aside keeping the fight a strinking range
Solid kick to the leg from Renan Barão
KenFlo checks it.
Barão misses a step and Kenny Florian sees an opportunity to counter him!
A right hand from Kenny Florian
surprises Barão!
Renan Barão goes with a looping right hand while Kenny Florian jumps back and jabs
KenFlo seems staggered and Renan Barão runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Kenny Florian tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Barão is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Hard blow to Barão's mid-section, he seems hurt
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Barão
KenFlo is in open guard over Barão... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Barão rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Renan Barão is on his feet again.
Barão is standing while KenFlo is on the ground on his back
Barão has some bruises after a few exchanges with his opponent.
Renan Barão decides to jump inside KenFlo's guard.
KenFlo fights back with his feet, forcing Barão to try something else.
Barão is standing while KenFlo is on the ground on his back
Barão moves backwards and gestures for Kenny Florian to stand up.
KenFlo climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Renan Barão fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
KenFlo blocks and pushes his opponent.
Barão misses a step and Kenny Florian sees an opportunity to counter him!
Kenny Florian shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Renan Barão is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull KenFlo into his guard.
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Barão
KenFlo use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in Copps Coliseum (Hamilton, Ontario) is cheering him!
Kenny Florian is in side mount over Renan Barão
Barão measures the resilience of KenFlo's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
KenFlo blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Kenny Florian is in side mount over Renan Barão
Renan Barão tries to turn in and scramble out. Kenny Florian timed him perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Renan Barão slips his head out and manages to gain top control.
Barão is trying to counter now!
Barão measures the resilience of KenFlo's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
KenFlo blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Kenny Florian is in side mount over Renan Barão
Barão tries to show some ground skills
KenFlo uses his strength to keep KenFlo at a disadvantage
Renan Barão gets sloppy and Kenny Florian tries to take advantage...
KenFlo tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 4
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Renan Barão moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Barão is holding Kenny Florian's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Kenny Florian shows great balance while pushing away Renan Barão
KenFlo decides to launch some tentative punches
Kenny Florian takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Nice beating Renan Barão has received.
Renan Barão shoots for a double leg takedown!
Kenny Florian sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Barão misses a step and Kenny Florian sees an opportunity to counter him!
Kenny Florian shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Renan Barão is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull KenFlo into his guard.
The clock says 0:40 in the 4 round
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Barão
KenFlo tries to escape from the closed guard
KenFlo succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Barão
Barão tries to close his guard around KenFlo
He succeeds!
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Barão
KenFlo tries to escape from closed guard...
KenFlo struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
The clock says 1:10 in the 4 round
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Barão
Renan Barão attempts to move to full guard
Kenny Florian keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Barão
KenFlo is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
KenFlo is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Josh Rosenthal didn't see that!
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Barão
Kenny Florian pushes Barão's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by KenFlo who is in full mount! Barão is in trouble now!
Kenny Florian is in full mount over Renan Barão
Kenny Florian takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Renan Barão shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
That Americana from Kenny Florian appears to be unbreakable
You can see the pain reflected in Barão's eyes...
Punishing hold!
That Americana looks tight...
KenFlo is locking that Americana...
Barão Hyper-extended his arm
That Americana from Kenny Florian appears to be unbreakable
Josh Rosenthal breaks Kenny Florian's lock! This is over! Barão didn't want to tap but the ref decided he wouldn't be able to escape from it!
Winner is Kenny Florian by Submission (Americana) at 1:42 Round 4
Statistics: Renan Barão
Punches 7/19 (37%)
Kicks 2/5 (40%)
Clinch strikes 2/2 (100%)
Takedowns 3/6 (50%)
GnP strikes 2/22 (9%)
Submissions 7/7 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 581 s
Statistics: Kenny Florian
Punches 25/29 (86%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 5/5 (100%)
GnP strikes 4/5 (80%)
Submissions 14/14 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 599 s
Barão started to grow tired, and that is where Florian capitalized. Gruelling fight.
Kenny Florian is beating himself up in the corner before the fight begins, smacking himself in the face, body and legs to get ready for his scrap.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
The referee of the bout is Josh Rosenthal.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
Renan Barão attempts a sweep single...
Renan Barão catches Kenny Florian's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Barão.
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Barão tries to escape from closed guard...
Barão struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
The clock says 0:30 in the 1 round
Renan Barão is in half guard over KenFlo
Renan Barão tries to pass Kenny Florian's guard...
Renan Barão passes momentarily but Kenny Florian regains half guard.
Renan Barão is in half guard over KenFlo
Renan Barão isolates Kenny Florian's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Kenny Florian is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Barão clumsily fails here and it's time for Kenny Florian to fight back!
Kenny Florian attempts to move to full guard
Renan Barão keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Renan Barão is in half guard over KenFlo
Barão is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Barão launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Kenny Florian is not able to stop KenFlo ground skills and Renan Barão moves to side mount!
Renan Barão is in side mount over Kenny Florian
Renan Barão looks to mount Kenny Florian...
Kenny Florian sees an opening and locks his opponent in half guard.
Renan Barão is in half guard over KenFlo
Renan Barão tries a kimura
KenFlo breaks the lock.
Renan Barão is in side mount over Kenny Florian
Kenny Florian attempts to trap Renan Barão in his guard.
Kenny Florian manages to switch to full guard.
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Barão blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass KenFlo's guard.
Barão is trying to counter now!
Renan Barão looks to posture up and open Kenny Florian's guard...
Renan Barão forces Kenny Florian to open his guard.
Josh Rosenthal 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.
The two exchange wildly
KenFlo is connecting with a few punches
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Kenny Florian can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Tremendous strikes from KenFlo!
Some big punches are landing!
Renan Barão tries a high kick!
KenFlo was covering for a middle kick but that one almost knocked off his head!
The clock says 2:15 in the 1 round
KenFlo fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Renan Barão didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Barão ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Barão
Renan Barão struggles to not give his opponent a chance to recover
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Barão
BJJ! That is what must be passing through KenFlo's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Barão
Barão tries to close his guard around KenFlo
He is not able to do it
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Barão
KenFlo is in open guard over Barão... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Barão rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Kenny Florian. 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 Copps Coliseum (Hamilton, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
KenFlo moves backwards and Renan Barão is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
A right hand from Kenny Florian
makes Barão stumble back!
The clock says 3:20 in the 1 round
Barão fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
KenFlo sprawls and remains on his feet.
KenFlo is trying to counter now!
KenFlo moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Barão with a double overhooks!
A right hand from Renan Barão
gets deflected.
KenFlo tries to grapple
He puts Barão in a double underhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
KenFlo is working in the clinch and suddenly tries to pull guard!
KenFlo brings Renan Barão to the ground and quickly closes guard.
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Renan Barão is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Barão struggles on the ground and tries to break Kenny Florian's guard...
KenFlo doesn't want to free his opponent and Barão continues in closed guard
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
KenFlo switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Barão struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
KenFlo switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Barão struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
The clock says 4:30 in the 1 round
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Barão pulls his arm out of danger.
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Barão blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass KenFlo's guard.
The clock says 4:50 in the 1 round
Renan Barão is in half guard over KenFlo
Nice beating Renan Barão has received.
Barão tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling KenFlo from the side mount!
Renan Barão is in side mount over Kenny Florian
Barão is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
KenFlo tries to move on the ground and shows Renan Barão a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
KenFlo uses his forearms to block the impact!
Poorly executed technique. Kenny Florian looks to counter!
Kenny Florian attempts to trap Renan Barão in his guard.
Kenny Florian manages to switch to full guard.
Josh Rosenthal stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Copps Coliseum (Hamilton, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 2
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The clock says 0:10 in the 2 round
Kenny Florian attempts a sweep single...
Kenny Florian catches Renan Barão's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by KenFlo.
The clock says 0:20 in the 2 round
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Barão
Renan Barão launches a few punches to KenFlo's cheek from the guard.
Kenny Florian uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
The clock says 0:30 in the 2 round
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Barão
Kenny Florian tries to better his position on the ground...
KenFlo breaks the closed guard of Renan Barão and moves to half guard
Kenny Florian is in side mount over Renan Barão
Kenny Florian looks to pass to mount...
KenFlo slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Renan Barão.
Kenny Florian is in full mount over Renan Barão
Renan Barão tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
The clock says 1:05 in the 2 round
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Renan Barão is cooling the fight on the ground
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Renan Barão aggressively and repeatedly punches KenFlo.
Good job by KenFlo blocking and slipping the blows.
Renan Barão gets sloppy and Kenny Florian tries to take advantage...
Barão is in closed guard... KenFlo tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Renan Barão!
Kenny Florian is in full mount over Renan Barão
Renan Barão tries to roll to his side and trap Kenny Florian in his guard...
Renan Barão gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Barão
Kenny Florian tries to finish with a leg lock!
Barão is able to break the lock.
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Barão
KenFlo moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Barão
Barão switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
KenFlo struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
Poorly executed technique. Kenny Florian looks to counter!
Kenny Florian pushes Barão's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Barão rolls and he's now on half guard over Kenny Florian. Nice reversal.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Copps Coliseum (Hamilton, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Barão moves forward looking for some action
Kenny Florian struggles a bit before breaking Barão's attemp of grappling
Renan Barão shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Kenny Florian is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Barão into his guard.
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
KenFlo and Barão are at the same level nowadays... This match is very interesting because no one knows who will win.
Renan Barão is looking to pass Kenny Florian's guard...
Kenny Florian has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Barão struggles on the ground and tries to break Kenny Florian's guard...
Renan Barão is in KenFlo open guard now
Renan Barão is in open guard over KenFlo
Barão is in open guard over KenFlo... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
KenFlo rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
KenFlo is trying to counter now!
Kenny Florian slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Renan Barão cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Renan Barão is in side mount over Kenny Florian
Renan Barão goes for an americana!
KenFlo breaks free.
KenFlo is trying to counter now!
KenFlo tries to show some ground skills
Kenny Florian put Barão in half guard.
The clock says 2:50 in the 2 round
Renan Barão is in half guard over KenFlo
Barão is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Josh Rosenthal didn't see the foul!
Renan Barão is in half guard over KenFlo
Barão launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Kenny Florian is not able to stop KenFlo ground skills and Renan Barão moves to side mount!
The clock says 3:10 in the 2 round
Renan Barão is in side mount over Kenny Florian
The fight is still up for grabs at this point.
Kenny Florian tries to turn away and scramble out. Renan Barão takes his back and locks up a rear naked choke!
He can't lock it up. Kenny Florian spins out and gets back to his feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Copps Coliseum (Hamilton, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Renan Barão circles around KenFlo
Barão moves aside and launches a furious low kick!
Hard blow to KenFlo's thigh!
KenFlo hyper-extended his leg
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Barão steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Barão fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Kenny Florian didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Renan Barão is in open guard over KenFlo
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Renan Barão work his BJJ game.
Barão works on the ground with his fingers over KenFlo's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Josh Rosenthal didn't see the foul!
Renan Barão is in open guard over KenFlo
Barão tries to open up KenFlo with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Some nice shots are landing and KenFlo is trying to block them with his hands...
The clock says 3:55 in the 2 round
Renan Barão is in open guard over KenFlo
KenFlo throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Renan Barão realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Kenny Florian. 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 Copps Coliseum (Hamilton, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
KenFlo launches a furious low kick!
Renan Barão blocks
KenFlo clumsily fails here and it's time for Renan Barão to fight back!
Tremendous strikes from Barão!
Some big punches are landing!
The clock says 4:20 in the 2 round
Some nice shots from Kenny Florian
that stun Barão.
The clock says 4:30 in the 2 round
Barão moves forward looking for some action
Renan Barão shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
The fighters are clinching.
Renan Barão shoots and grab both of Kenny Florian's leg, attempting to take him down with a Double Leg
Kenny Florian managed to pull back his leg from Renan Barão's grip and move away from him
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Kenny Florian tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Renan Barão
well done Barão falls hard on the mat
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
You have to give that round to Kenny Florian.
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Round 3
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Renan Barão and KenFlo engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Solid low kick from Renan Barão.
KenFlo deflects it.
Renan Barão gets sloppy and Kenny Florian tries to take advantage...
KenFlo avoids a dangerous strike from Barão
and counters with a solid straight!
Renan Barão fakes a punch and launches himself over KenFlo!
Kenny Florian is smart enough to avoid the clinch game by Barão and pushes him away!
The clock says 0:45 in the 3 round
Barão steps forward
Kenny Florian catches him with an uppercut to the face!
Kenny Florian shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Renan Barão is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull KenFlo into his guard.
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Barão
Renan Barão throws up a triangle attempt!
Kenny Florian postures up and breaks the triangle.
Barão misses a step and Kenny Florian sees an opportunity to counter him!
KenFlo tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Kenny Florian fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
The clock says 1:10 in the 3 round
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Barão
KenFlo launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Barão is covering himself! KenFlo tries to force the situation and Barão clumsily gives his back!
KenFlo is in rear mount over Barão
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Kenny Florian work his BJJ game.
Kenny Florian slides his arm under Renan Barão's chin and locks in a rear naked choke!
Renan Barão pushes up and slides Kenny Florian's arm over his chin.
KenFlo is in rear mount over Barão
Barão launches a few weak punches
KenFlo blocks them effectively.
KenFlo is in rear mount over Barão
Barão measures the resilience of KenFlo's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
KenFlo blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Barão clumsily fails here and it's time for Kenny Florian to fight back!
Barão has given his back to Kenny Florian who is trying to get one hook in!
Kenny Florian has one hook in!
KenFlo is in rear mount over Barão with one hook in
Barão is trying to escape from the rear mount.
KenFlo tries to use some of his tricky moves but KenFlo's is smart enough to counter him.
KenFlo is in rear mount over Barão with one hook in
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Renan Barão can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Barão has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Barão is unable to find a way to scape from this.
Poorly executed technique. Kenny Florian looks to counter!
Kenny Florian isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
KenFlo is locking that Armbar...
That Armbar looks tight...
Punishing hold!
Barão Hyper-extended his left arm
You can see the pain reflected in Barão's eyes...
You can see the pain reflected in Barão's eyes...
Barão locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Kenny Florian unil he can pull his arm free! KenFlo lost his dominant position.
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian launches a few punches to Barão's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Barão tries to cover his face,
Barão's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The clock says 2:20 in the 3 round
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Not a desiderable position that Barão is in now. Kenny Florian is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
KenFlo measures the resilience of Barão's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Barão's side.
Renan Barão is in closed guard over KenFlo
Barão tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
KenFlo leans and gets Renan Barão's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Josh Rosenthal 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 Copps Coliseum (Hamilton, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 2:40 in the 3 round
Kenny Florian attempts to cut off Barão with punches
Barão reels from the strikes.
KenFlo cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Barão can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Barão avoids a dangerous strike from KenFlo
and fends him off with feel-out punches.
KenFlo tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
KenFlo goes to the body...
He punishes Barão's ribs with a couple of hooks.
Barão tries to grapple
KenFlo moves aside keeping the fight a strinking range
Solid kick to the leg from Renan Barão
KenFlo checks it.
Barão misses a step and Kenny Florian sees an opportunity to counter him!
A right hand from Kenny Florian
surprises Barão!
Renan Barão goes with a looping right hand while Kenny Florian jumps back and jabs
KenFlo seems staggered and Renan Barão runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Kenny Florian tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Barão is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Hard blow to Barão's mid-section, he seems hurt
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Barão
KenFlo is in open guard over Barão... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Barão rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Renan Barão is on his feet again.
Barão is standing while KenFlo is on the ground on his back
Barão has some bruises after a few exchanges with his opponent.
Renan Barão decides to jump inside KenFlo's guard.
KenFlo fights back with his feet, forcing Barão to try something else.
Barão is standing while KenFlo is on the ground on his back
Barão moves backwards and gestures for Kenny Florian to stand up.
KenFlo climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Renan Barão fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
KenFlo blocks and pushes his opponent.
Barão misses a step and Kenny Florian sees an opportunity to counter him!
Kenny Florian shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Renan Barão is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull KenFlo into his guard.
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Barão
KenFlo use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in Copps Coliseum (Hamilton, Ontario) is cheering him!
Kenny Florian is in side mount over Renan Barão
Barão measures the resilience of KenFlo's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
KenFlo blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Kenny Florian is in side mount over Renan Barão
Renan Barão tries to turn in and scramble out. Kenny Florian timed him perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Renan Barão slips his head out and manages to gain top control.
Barão is trying to counter now!
Barão measures the resilience of KenFlo's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
KenFlo blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Kenny Florian is in side mount over Renan Barão
Barão tries to show some ground skills
KenFlo uses his strength to keep KenFlo at a disadvantage
Renan Barão gets sloppy and Kenny Florian tries to take advantage...
KenFlo tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 4
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Renan Barão moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Barão is holding Kenny Florian's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Kenny Florian shows great balance while pushing away Renan Barão
KenFlo decides to launch some tentative punches
Kenny Florian takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Nice beating Renan Barão has received.
Renan Barão shoots for a double leg takedown!
Kenny Florian sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Barão misses a step and Kenny Florian sees an opportunity to counter him!
Kenny Florian shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Renan Barão is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull KenFlo into his guard.
The clock says 0:40 in the 4 round
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Barão
KenFlo tries to escape from the closed guard
KenFlo succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Barão
Barão tries to close his guard around KenFlo
He succeeds!
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Barão
KenFlo tries to escape from closed guard...
KenFlo struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
The clock says 1:10 in the 4 round
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Barão
Renan Barão attempts to move to full guard
Kenny Florian keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Barão
KenFlo is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
KenFlo is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Josh Rosenthal didn't see that!
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Barão
Kenny Florian pushes Barão's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by KenFlo who is in full mount! Barão is in trouble now!
Kenny Florian is in full mount over Renan Barão
Kenny Florian takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Renan Barão shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
That Americana from Kenny Florian appears to be unbreakable
You can see the pain reflected in Barão's eyes...
Punishing hold!
That Americana looks tight...
KenFlo is locking that Americana...
Barão Hyper-extended his arm
That Americana from Kenny Florian appears to be unbreakable
Josh Rosenthal breaks Kenny Florian's lock! This is over! Barão didn't want to tap but the ref decided he wouldn't be able to escape from it!
Winner is Kenny Florian by Submission (Americana) at 1:42 Round 4
Statistics: Renan Barão
Punches 7/19 (37%)
Kicks 2/5 (40%)
Clinch strikes 2/2 (100%)
Takedowns 3/6 (50%)
GnP strikes 2/22 (9%)
Submissions 7/7 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 581 s
Statistics: Kenny Florian
Punches 25/29 (86%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 5/5 (100%)
GnP strikes 4/5 (80%)
Submissions 14/14 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 599 s
Barão started to grow tired, and that is where Florian capitalized. Gruelling fight.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!