Post by The Sandman on Feb 16, 2023 23:22:48 GMT -5
Oleg Taktarov looks a bit uneasy. Hopefully this doesn't affect his performance.
Josh Barnett looks calm but knows he has a tough fight coming up.
Oleg Taktarov has fight Josh Barnett 1 times. He has lost 1 of them.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is the fighter that will win today if we pay attention to the bets.
Oleg Taktarov comes with a 3 fight losing streak.
Josh Barnett comes with a 3 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Kevin MacDonald.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
Oleg Taktarov attempts a sweep single...
Oleg Taktarov catches Josh Barnett's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Russian Bear.
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Russian Bear tries to escape from closed guard...
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Oleg Taktarov! He is reversed and nor Josh Barnett is on half guard!
The clock says 0:25 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Russian Bear
Russian Bear is taking this opportunity to rest.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Russian Bear
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to free his leg...
He moves to side mount!
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov attempts to trap Josh Barnett in his guard.
Oleg Taktarov manages to switch to half guard.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Russian Bear
Russian Bear tries an armbar from the bottom!
Punishing hold!
Josh Barnett breaks the lock and moves himself to side control.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Oleg Taktarov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is taking this opportunity to rest.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Oleg Taktarov
1:16 Round 1 and Russian Bear is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Russian Bear launches a few weak punches
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster blocks them effectively.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov attempts to trap Josh Barnett in his guard.
Oleg Taktarov manages to switch to half guard.
The clock says 1:35 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Russian Bear
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Russian Bear is covering himself! The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to force the situation and Russian Bear clumsily gives his back!
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is in rear mount over Russian Bear
Russian Bear has The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills Russian Bear manages to escape from that position and climb to his feet along The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Palau Sant Jordi (Barcelona, Spain) are cheering for the fighters.
Russian Bear pushes Josh Barnett and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
The clock says 2:10 in the 1 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Josh Barnett tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Russian Bear is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Russian Bear
Josh Barnett tries to pass to half guard...
Oleg Taktarov can't prevent his opponent from passing. The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster looks to work from half guard.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Russian Bear
Russian Bear reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 2:55 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Russian Bear
Oleg Taktarov is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 3:05 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Russian Bear
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Oleg Taktarov tries to turn away and scramble out. Josh Barnett takes his back and locks up a rear naked choke!
He can't lock it up. Oleg Taktarov spins out and gets back to his feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 3:15 in the 1 round
Terrible one sided match... The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster was not ready to fight a fighter of Oleg Taktarov caliber.
Josh Barnett tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Josh Barnett who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Josh Barnett pushes away Russian Bear trying to keep the fight at striking range
Russian Bear doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Josh Barnett
Russian Bear doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Josh Barnett embrace and tries to move away...
Josh Barnett pushes Russian Bear forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
The fighters are clinching.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to breaks Oleg Taktarov's resistence with a few punches while tries to push him against oner corner.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster launches a couple of punches that leave marks in Russian Bear's ribs.
Oleg Taktarov tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Russian Bear circles out and slips free of Josh Barnett's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
The clock says 3:40 in the 1 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Russian Bear studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster pushes Oleg Taktarov and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Russian Bear steps backwards away from Josh Barnett. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster steps backwards away from Oleg Taktarov. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 4:50 in the 1 round
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster moves backwards and Oleg Taktarov is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Kevin MacDonald separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Russian Bear is the winner of this round.
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Round 2
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The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster moves backwards and Oleg Taktarov is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 0:25 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 0:35 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Oleg Taktarov tries to finish with a leg lock!
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is able to break the lock.
The clock says 0:45 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Russian Bear is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Kevin MacDonald halts the fight to stand up Oleg Taktarov. 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 Palau Sant Jordi (Barcelona, Spain) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 0:55 in the 2 round
Russian Bear is holding Josh Barnett's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Josh Barnett loses balance and goes to the ground.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Josh Barnett
Josh Barnett attempts to trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard.
Josh Barnett manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He is not able to do it
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He is not able to do it
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He succeeds!
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Russian Bear looks to be in very good shape.
Oleg Taktarov tries to pass Josh Barnett's guard...
Oleg Taktarov passes momentarily but Josh Barnett regains full guard.
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Russian Bear struggles on the ground and tries to break Josh Barnett's guard...
Oleg Taktarov is in The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster open guard now
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He is not able to do it
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Deep breaths from Josh Barnett who tries a hammer punch to Russian Bear's ribs.
That hit Russian Bear who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Russian Bear is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Kevin MacDonald halts the fight to stand up Oleg Taktarov. 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 clock says 2:45 in the 2 round
Russian Bear pushes Josh Barnett and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Russian Bear is holding Josh Barnett's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Josh Barnett loses balance and goes to the ground.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Josh Barnett
Josh Barnett attempts to trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard.
Josh Barnett manages to switch to full guard.
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He is not able to do it
The clock says 3:35 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He is not able to do it
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He is not able to do it
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He is not able to do it
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Russian Bear tries to jump to side mount.
Josh Barnett jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Russian Bear
Josh Barnett is looking to pass Oleg Taktarov's guard...
Oleg Taktarov has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Kevin MacDonald 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 is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Oleg Taktarov didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 4:55 in the 2 round
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Russian Bear
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to open up Russian Bear with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Some nice shots are landing and Russian Bear is trying to block them with his hands...
Kevin MacDonald tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
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Round 3
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Oleg Taktarov is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
Oleg Taktarov tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster works on the ground with his fingers over Russian Bear's face
Russian Bear shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He is not able to do it
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Oleg Taktarov breaks the lock, rolls on the ground and stands up quickly.
Kevin MacDonald halts the fight to stand up Josh Barnett. 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 Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Josh Barnett
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Russian Bear
Josh Barnett tries to finish with a leg lock!
Russian Bear is able to break the lock.
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Russian Bear
Russian Bear throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Josh Barnett realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Josh Barnett is on his feet again.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is standing while Russian Bear is on the ground on his back
Josh Barnett creates space and allows Oleg Taktarov to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Oleg Taktarov is standing now.
Josh Barnett is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Russian Bear fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Josh Barnett didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 2:00 in the 3 round
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Josh Barnett isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Russian Bear blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster's guard.
Josh Barnett gets sloppy and Oleg Taktarov tries to take advantage...
Oleg Taktarov launches a few punches to The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Weak punches. He needs to improve his position!
The clock says 2:10 in the 3 round
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Josh Barnett gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. Russian Bear spins out, but Josh Barnett was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
Russian Bear is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Kevin MacDonald 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 Palau Sant Jordi (Barcelona, Spain) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 2:20 in the 3 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Russian Bear is holding Josh Barnett's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Josh Barnett loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 2:40 in the 3 round
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Josh Barnett
Josh Barnett attempts to trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard.
Oleg Taktarov keeps control and remains in side mount.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Josh Barnett
Oleg Taktarov looks to mount Josh Barnett...
Oleg Taktarov slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Josh Barnett
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Josh Barnett tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Russian Bear
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Oleg Taktarov holds Josh Barnett and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Poorly executed technique. Oleg Taktarov looks to counter!
Oleg Taktarov slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster struggles to free himself
Crippling lock!
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
You can see the pain reflected in The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster's eyes...
That Triangle from Oleg Taktarov appears to be unbreakable
Punishing hold!
Crippling lock!
Punishing hold!
Russian Bear secures the lock while Josh Barnett refuses to tap... Kevin MacDonald jumps in and breaks the lock!
Winner is Oleg Taktarov by Submission (Triangle) at 3:29 Round 3
Statistics: Oleg Taktarov
Punches 0/0 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 7/7 (100%)
GnP strikes 2/7 (29%)
Submissions 7/7 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 496 s
Statistics: Josh Barnett
Punches 0/0 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 2/3 (67%)
Takedowns 3/3 (100%)
GnP strikes 3/5 (60%)
Submissions 5/5 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 482 s
Neat submission fight from two legendary sub-warriors. Oleg came out on top, still seemingly fresh from having just fought a few days ago, because we don't believe in layoffs here at ManMMA! Just broke your arm? Get back in there Hughes! Just fought a few days ago? Get back in there Oleg! Just retired from having a team? Get back in there The Sandmen!
...wait, what? Hmmmm
Josh Barnett looks calm but knows he has a tough fight coming up.
Oleg Taktarov has fight Josh Barnett 1 times. He has lost 1 of them.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is the fighter that will win today if we pay attention to the bets.
Oleg Taktarov comes with a 3 fight losing streak.
Josh Barnett comes with a 3 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Kevin MacDonald.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
Oleg Taktarov attempts a sweep single...
Oleg Taktarov catches Josh Barnett's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Russian Bear.
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Russian Bear tries to escape from closed guard...
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Oleg Taktarov! He is reversed and nor Josh Barnett is on half guard!
The clock says 0:25 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Russian Bear
Russian Bear is taking this opportunity to rest.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Russian Bear
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to free his leg...
He moves to side mount!
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov attempts to trap Josh Barnett in his guard.
Oleg Taktarov manages to switch to half guard.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Russian Bear
Russian Bear tries an armbar from the bottom!
Punishing hold!
Josh Barnett breaks the lock and moves himself to side control.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Oleg Taktarov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is taking this opportunity to rest.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Oleg Taktarov
1:16 Round 1 and Russian Bear is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Russian Bear launches a few weak punches
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster blocks them effectively.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov attempts to trap Josh Barnett in his guard.
Oleg Taktarov manages to switch to half guard.
The clock says 1:35 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Russian Bear
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Russian Bear is covering himself! The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to force the situation and Russian Bear clumsily gives his back!
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is in rear mount over Russian Bear
Russian Bear has The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills Russian Bear manages to escape from that position and climb to his feet along The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Palau Sant Jordi (Barcelona, Spain) are cheering for the fighters.
Russian Bear pushes Josh Barnett and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
The clock says 2:10 in the 1 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Josh Barnett tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Russian Bear is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Russian Bear
Josh Barnett tries to pass to half guard...
Oleg Taktarov can't prevent his opponent from passing. The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster looks to work from half guard.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Russian Bear
Russian Bear reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 2:55 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Russian Bear
Oleg Taktarov is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 3:05 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Russian Bear
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Oleg Taktarov tries to turn away and scramble out. Josh Barnett takes his back and locks up a rear naked choke!
He can't lock it up. Oleg Taktarov spins out and gets back to his feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 3:15 in the 1 round
Terrible one sided match... The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster was not ready to fight a fighter of Oleg Taktarov caliber.
Josh Barnett tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Josh Barnett who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Josh Barnett pushes away Russian Bear trying to keep the fight at striking range
Russian Bear doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Josh Barnett
Russian Bear doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Josh Barnett embrace and tries to move away...
Josh Barnett pushes Russian Bear forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
The fighters are clinching.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to breaks Oleg Taktarov's resistence with a few punches while tries to push him against oner corner.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster launches a couple of punches that leave marks in Russian Bear's ribs.
Oleg Taktarov tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Russian Bear circles out and slips free of Josh Barnett's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
The clock says 3:40 in the 1 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Russian Bear studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster pushes Oleg Taktarov and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Russian Bear steps backwards away from Josh Barnett. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster steps backwards away from Oleg Taktarov. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 4:50 in the 1 round
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster moves backwards and Oleg Taktarov is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Kevin MacDonald separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Russian Bear is the winner of this round.
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Round 2
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The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster moves backwards and Oleg Taktarov is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 0:25 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 0:35 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Oleg Taktarov tries to finish with a leg lock!
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is able to break the lock.
The clock says 0:45 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Russian Bear is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Kevin MacDonald halts the fight to stand up Oleg Taktarov. 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 Palau Sant Jordi (Barcelona, Spain) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 0:55 in the 2 round
Russian Bear is holding Josh Barnett's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Josh Barnett loses balance and goes to the ground.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Josh Barnett
Josh Barnett attempts to trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard.
Josh Barnett manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He is not able to do it
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He is not able to do it
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He succeeds!
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Russian Bear looks to be in very good shape.
Oleg Taktarov tries to pass Josh Barnett's guard...
Oleg Taktarov passes momentarily but Josh Barnett regains full guard.
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Russian Bear struggles on the ground and tries to break Josh Barnett's guard...
Oleg Taktarov is in The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster open guard now
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He is not able to do it
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Deep breaths from Josh Barnett who tries a hammer punch to Russian Bear's ribs.
That hit Russian Bear who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Russian Bear is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Kevin MacDonald halts the fight to stand up Oleg Taktarov. 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 clock says 2:45 in the 2 round
Russian Bear pushes Josh Barnett and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Russian Bear is holding Josh Barnett's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Josh Barnett loses balance and goes to the ground.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Josh Barnett
Josh Barnett attempts to trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard.
Josh Barnett manages to switch to full guard.
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He is not able to do it
The clock says 3:35 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He is not able to do it
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He is not able to do it
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He is not able to do it
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Russian Bear tries to jump to side mount.
Josh Barnett jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Russian Bear
Josh Barnett is looking to pass Oleg Taktarov's guard...
Oleg Taktarov has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Kevin MacDonald 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 is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Oleg Taktarov didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 4:55 in the 2 round
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Russian Bear
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to open up Russian Bear with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Some nice shots are landing and Russian Bear is trying to block them with his hands...
Kevin MacDonald tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
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Round 3
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Oleg Taktarov is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
Oleg Taktarov tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster works on the ground with his fingers over Russian Bear's face
Russian Bear shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He is not able to do it
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Oleg Taktarov breaks the lock, rolls on the ground and stands up quickly.
Kevin MacDonald halts the fight to stand up Josh Barnett. 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 Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Josh Barnett
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Russian Bear
Josh Barnett tries to finish with a leg lock!
Russian Bear is able to break the lock.
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Russian Bear
Russian Bear throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Josh Barnett realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Josh Barnett is on his feet again.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is standing while Russian Bear is on the ground on his back
Josh Barnett creates space and allows Oleg Taktarov to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Oleg Taktarov is standing now.
Josh Barnett is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Russian Bear fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Josh Barnett didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 2:00 in the 3 round
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Josh Barnett isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Russian Bear blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster's guard.
Josh Barnett gets sloppy and Oleg Taktarov tries to take advantage...
Oleg Taktarov launches a few punches to The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Weak punches. He needs to improve his position!
The clock says 2:10 in the 3 round
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Josh Barnett gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. Russian Bear spins out, but Josh Barnett was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
Russian Bear is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Kevin MacDonald 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 Palau Sant Jordi (Barcelona, Spain) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 2:20 in the 3 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Russian Bear is holding Josh Barnett's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Josh Barnett loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 2:40 in the 3 round
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Josh Barnett
Josh Barnett attempts to trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard.
Oleg Taktarov keeps control and remains in side mount.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Josh Barnett
Oleg Taktarov looks to mount Josh Barnett...
Oleg Taktarov slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Josh Barnett
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Josh Barnett tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Russian Bear
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Oleg Taktarov holds Josh Barnett and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Poorly executed technique. Oleg Taktarov looks to counter!
Oleg Taktarov slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster struggles to free himself
Crippling lock!
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
You can see the pain reflected in The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster's eyes...
That Triangle from Oleg Taktarov appears to be unbreakable
Punishing hold!
Crippling lock!
Punishing hold!
Russian Bear secures the lock while Josh Barnett refuses to tap... Kevin MacDonald jumps in and breaks the lock!
Winner is Oleg Taktarov by Submission (Triangle) at 3:29 Round 3
Statistics: Oleg Taktarov
Punches 0/0 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 7/7 (100%)
GnP strikes 2/7 (29%)
Submissions 7/7 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 496 s
Statistics: Josh Barnett
Punches 0/0 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 2/3 (67%)
Takedowns 3/3 (100%)
GnP strikes 3/5 (60%)
Submissions 5/5 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 482 s
Neat submission fight from two legendary sub-warriors. Oleg came out on top, still seemingly fresh from having just fought a few days ago, because we don't believe in layoffs here at ManMMA! Just broke your arm? Get back in there Hughes! Just fought a few days ago? Get back in there Oleg! Just retired from having a team? Get back in there The Sandmen!
...wait, what? Hmmmm
