Post by The Sandman on Mar 24, 2023 0:19:26 GMT -5
Sergei Kharitonov! Sergei Kharitonov! This is what the people are chanting here.
Josh Barnett looks like he's feeling the pressure.
Sergei Kharitonov looks at the ground while he does his calming exercises. He knows he can not fail this night.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
Josh Barnett is the better fighter in my opinion. It would be an upset if he loses today.
Josh Barnett comes with a 4 fight losing streak.
Sergei Kharitonov comes with a 8 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
Josh Barnett moves forward looking for some grappling action
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Sergei Kharitonov pushes away The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster trying to keep the fight at striking range
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Sergei Kharitonov
The fighters are clinching.
Kharitonov takes a break to breathe while holding Josh Barnett.
John McCarthy sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Not a desiderable position that The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is in now. Sergei Kharitonov is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Kharitonov throws a hook
that hits its mark.
The clock says 0:45 in the 1 round
Sergei Kharitonov fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Sergei Kharitonov tries a hook to the body
and hits The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster ribs hard
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 Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
John McCarthy saw it!
John McCarthy takes away one point from Josh Barnett for headbutt.
John McCarthy halts the fight to give Kharitonov time to recover. Sergei Kharitonov seems to be ready to fight again. 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 1:20 in the 1 round
Sergei Kharitonov fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is holding Sergei Kharitonov's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Sergei Kharitonov loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 1:45 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
As the fight continues it seems that Sergei Kharitonov is taking the best of the fight.
Kharitonov launches a few weak punches
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster blocks them effectively.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov attempts to trap Josh Barnett in his guard.
Sergei Kharitonov manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 2:05 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to close his guard around The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
He succeeds!
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to escape from closed guard...
Kharitonov waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Josh Barnett! He is reversed and nor Sergei Kharitonov is on half guard!
Sergei Kharitonov is in half guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Josh Barnett attempts to move to full guard
Josh Barnett manages to switch to full guard.
Sergei Kharitonov is in closed guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Kharitonov is in closed guard... The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov!
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
He successfully moves to half guard!
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov tries to close the guard.
Kharitonov put Josh Barnett in closed guard.
The clock says 3:10 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Deep breaths from Sergei Kharitonov who tries a hammer punch to The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster's ribs.
That hit The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster breaths deeply while on the ground
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Josh Barnett is cooling the fight on the ground
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
John McCarthy didn't see the foul!
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Good looking punches from Josh Barnett on the ground
They could take their toll on Kharitonov.
The clock says 3:50 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster's moves.
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is in closed guard... Kharitonov tries to roll on the ground!
Josh Barnett uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Sergei Kharitonov gets sloppy and Josh Barnett tries to take advantage...
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to escape from the closed guard
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
The clock says 4:15 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is getting frustrated here.
The clock says 4:25 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Kharitonov
Josh Barnett pushes Sergei Kharitonov against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster jumps and tries to free his leg! Kharitonov doesn't allow this but Josh Barnett is able to get half guard here.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster breaths deeply while on the ground
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Kharitonov
Josh Barnett hooks Kharitonov's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Sergei Kharitonov manages to kick The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster away and scrambles on top!
Sergei Kharitonov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Deep breaths from Josh Barnett who tries a hammer punch to Kharitonov's ribs.
That hit Kharitonov who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 2
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Bone shattering straight left hand from Josh Barnett!
Kharitonov ducks under...
Kharitonov is trying to counter now!
Low kick by Sergei Kharitonov to maintain his distance.
Bad move. That was far from landing.
A bunch of leg kicks from Sergei Kharitonov
are bothering his opponent.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Sergei Kharitonov is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Kharitonov throws a hook
He fails to land it.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster moves backwards and Sergei Kharitonov is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Kharitonov avoids a dangerous strike from The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
and counters with a solid straight!
Kharitonov moves backwards and Josh Barnett is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Josh Barnett fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Kharitonov launches a flurry of punches
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster slips out of danger.
Josh Barnett goes with a looping right hand while Sergei Kharitonov jumps back and jabs
Kharitonov seems staggered and Josh Barnett runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
There is a small laceration on Sergei Kharitonov's Left eye
You have to give credit to the match-maker for putting on such an even fight.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster launches a kick
Kharitonov checks it and keeps distance.
Josh Barnett tries to bring the fight to the ground
Kharitonov goes down.
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster moves on the ground
Josh Barnett moves to side mount
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Josh Barnett looks to mount Sergei Kharitonov...
Josh Barnett slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to stand up!
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster doesn't allow him!
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov tries to roll to his side and trap Josh Barnett in his guard...
Josh Barnett rolls him over and takes his back!
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is in rear mount over Kharitonov
Kharitonov 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 Kharitonov 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 PostFinance-Arena (Bern, Switzerland) are cheering for the fighters.
Kharitonov is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
Sergei Kharitonov takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is holding Sergei Kharitonov's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Sergei Kharitonov loses balance and goes to the ground.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov attempts to trap Josh Barnett in his guard.
Sergei Kharitonov manages to switch to full guard.
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is in closed guard... Kharitonov tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Josh Barnett!
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Josh Barnett
Josh Barnett tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is in closed guard... Kharitonov 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 Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster breaths deeply while on the ground
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is in closed guard... Kharitonov tries to roll on the ground!
Josh Barnett uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 3
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The two exchange wildly
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is connecting with a few punches
Nice beating Sergei Kharitonov has received.
Sergei Kharitonov throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Kharitonov and The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster circle around the center of the cage.
Kharitonov avoids a dangerous strike from The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
and counters with a solid straight!
Josh Barnett tries to bring the fight to the ground
Kharitonov goes down.
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster moves on the ground
Josh Barnett moves to side mount
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Kharitonov launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster's ribs.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Deep breaths from Sergei Kharitonov who tries a hammer punch to The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster's ribs.
That hit The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Josh Barnett doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Josh Barnett tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Kharitonov is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Josh Barnett doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov tries to roll to his side and trap Josh Barnett in his guard...
Josh Barnett keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Josh Barnett doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Kharitonov is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Josh Barnett pushes Sergei Kharitonov down and prevents his attempts to escape
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is trying to counter now!
Josh Barnett takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Sergei Kharitonov shoulder and pushes his left arm againts the mat!
That Americana looks tight...
Crippling lock!
That Americana looks tight...
Kharitonov struggles to free himself
Kharitonov struggles to free himself
Kharitonov struggles to free himself
Punishing hold!
Punishing hold!
Sergei Kharitonov breaks that americana attempt!
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Josh Barnett controls the situation despite Sergei Kharitonov efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 2:50 in the 3 round
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster's moves.
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.
Kharitonov launches a hook to the body
Josh Barnett moves aside looking for a counter...
The clock says 3:05 in the 3 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster steps backwards away from Sergei Kharitonov. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is holding Sergei Kharitonov's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Sergei Kharitonov loses balance and goes to the ground.
Kharitonov's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
The clock says 3:40 in the 3 round
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov attempts to trap Josh Barnett in his guard.
Josh Barnett keeps control and remains in side mount.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to open up Kharitonov with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Some nice shots are landing and Kharitonov is trying to block them with his hands...
Kharitonov's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Josh Barnett looks to pass to mount...
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Sergei Kharitonov.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster goes for an armbar!
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is locking that Armbar...
That Armbar from Josh Barnett appears to be unbreakable
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is locking that Armbar...
Kharitonov struggles to free himself
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is locking that Armbar...
Kharitonov struggles to free himself
Sergei Kharitonov taps out after a text book armbar!
Winner is Josh Barnett by Submission (Armbar) at 4:15 Round 3
Statistics: Josh Barnett
Punches 7/12 (58%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 2/2 (100%)
Takedowns 6/6 (100%)
GnP strikes 6/8 (75%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 489 s
Statistics: Sergei Kharitonov
Punches 5/15 (33%)
Kicks 3/4 (75%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 4/8 (50%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 489 s
Josh. He did the things.
Josh Barnett looks like he's feeling the pressure.
Sergei Kharitonov looks at the ground while he does his calming exercises. He knows he can not fail this night.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
Josh Barnett is the better fighter in my opinion. It would be an upset if he loses today.
Josh Barnett comes with a 4 fight losing streak.
Sergei Kharitonov comes with a 8 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
Josh Barnett moves forward looking for some grappling action
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Sergei Kharitonov pushes away The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster trying to keep the fight at striking range
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Sergei Kharitonov
The fighters are clinching.
Kharitonov takes a break to breathe while holding Josh Barnett.
John McCarthy sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Not a desiderable position that The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is in now. Sergei Kharitonov is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Kharitonov throws a hook
that hits its mark.
The clock says 0:45 in the 1 round
Sergei Kharitonov fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Sergei Kharitonov tries a hook to the body
and hits The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster ribs hard
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 Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
John McCarthy saw it!
John McCarthy takes away one point from Josh Barnett for headbutt.
John McCarthy halts the fight to give Kharitonov time to recover. Sergei Kharitonov seems to be ready to fight again. 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 1:20 in the 1 round
Sergei Kharitonov fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is holding Sergei Kharitonov's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Sergei Kharitonov loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 1:45 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
As the fight continues it seems that Sergei Kharitonov is taking the best of the fight.
Kharitonov launches a few weak punches
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster blocks them effectively.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov attempts to trap Josh Barnett in his guard.
Sergei Kharitonov manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 2:05 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to close his guard around The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
He succeeds!
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to escape from closed guard...
Kharitonov waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Josh Barnett! He is reversed and nor Sergei Kharitonov is on half guard!
Sergei Kharitonov is in half guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Josh Barnett attempts to move to full guard
Josh Barnett manages to switch to full guard.
Sergei Kharitonov is in closed guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Kharitonov is in closed guard... The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov!
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
He successfully moves to half guard!
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov tries to close the guard.
Kharitonov put Josh Barnett in closed guard.
The clock says 3:10 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Deep breaths from Sergei Kharitonov who tries a hammer punch to The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster's ribs.
That hit The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster breaths deeply while on the ground
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Josh Barnett is cooling the fight on the ground
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
John McCarthy didn't see the foul!
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Good looking punches from Josh Barnett on the ground
They could take their toll on Kharitonov.
The clock says 3:50 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster's moves.
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is in closed guard... Kharitonov tries to roll on the ground!
Josh Barnett uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Sergei Kharitonov gets sloppy and Josh Barnett tries to take advantage...
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to escape from the closed guard
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
The clock says 4:15 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is getting frustrated here.
The clock says 4:25 in the 1 round
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Kharitonov
Josh Barnett pushes Sergei Kharitonov against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster jumps and tries to free his leg! Kharitonov doesn't allow this but Josh Barnett is able to get half guard here.
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster breaths deeply while on the ground
Josh Barnett is in half guard over Kharitonov
Josh Barnett hooks Kharitonov's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Sergei Kharitonov manages to kick The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster away and scrambles on top!
Sergei Kharitonov is in open guard over The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
Deep breaths from Josh Barnett who tries a hammer punch to Kharitonov's ribs.
That hit Kharitonov who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 2
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Bone shattering straight left hand from Josh Barnett!
Kharitonov ducks under...
Kharitonov is trying to counter now!
Low kick by Sergei Kharitonov to maintain his distance.
Bad move. That was far from landing.
A bunch of leg kicks from Sergei Kharitonov
are bothering his opponent.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Sergei Kharitonov is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Kharitonov throws a hook
He fails to land it.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster moves backwards and Sergei Kharitonov is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Kharitonov avoids a dangerous strike from The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
and counters with a solid straight!
Kharitonov moves backwards and Josh Barnett is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Josh Barnett fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Kharitonov launches a flurry of punches
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster slips out of danger.
Josh Barnett goes with a looping right hand while Sergei Kharitonov jumps back and jabs
Kharitonov seems staggered and Josh Barnett runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
There is a small laceration on Sergei Kharitonov's Left eye
You have to give credit to the match-maker for putting on such an even fight.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster launches a kick
Kharitonov checks it and keeps distance.
Josh Barnett tries to bring the fight to the ground
Kharitonov goes down.
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster moves on the ground
Josh Barnett moves to side mount
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Josh Barnett looks to mount Sergei Kharitonov...
Josh Barnett slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to stand up!
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster doesn't allow him!
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov tries to roll to his side and trap Josh Barnett in his guard...
Josh Barnett rolls him over and takes his back!
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is in rear mount over Kharitonov
Kharitonov 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 Kharitonov 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 PostFinance-Arena (Bern, Switzerland) are cheering for the fighters.
Kharitonov is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
Sergei Kharitonov takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is holding Sergei Kharitonov's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Sergei Kharitonov loses balance and goes to the ground.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov attempts to trap Josh Barnett in his guard.
Sergei Kharitonov manages to switch to full guard.
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is in closed guard... Kharitonov tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Josh Barnett!
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Josh Barnett
Josh Barnett tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is in closed guard... Kharitonov 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 Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster breaths deeply while on the ground
Josh Barnett is in closed guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is in closed guard... Kharitonov tries to roll on the ground!
Josh Barnett uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 3
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The two exchange wildly
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is connecting with a few punches
Nice beating Sergei Kharitonov has received.
Sergei Kharitonov throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Kharitonov and The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster circle around the center of the cage.
Kharitonov avoids a dangerous strike from The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster
and counters with a solid straight!
Josh Barnett tries to bring the fight to the ground
Kharitonov goes down.
Josh Barnett is in open guard over Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster moves on the ground
Josh Barnett moves to side mount
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Kharitonov launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster's ribs.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Deep breaths from Sergei Kharitonov who tries a hammer punch to The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster's ribs.
That hit The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Josh Barnett doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Josh Barnett tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Kharitonov is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Josh Barnett doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov tries to roll to his side and trap Josh Barnett in his guard...
Josh Barnett keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Josh Barnett doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Kharitonov is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Josh Barnett pushes Sergei Kharitonov down and prevents his attempts to escape
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is trying to counter now!
Josh Barnett takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Sergei Kharitonov shoulder and pushes his left arm againts the mat!
That Americana looks tight...
Crippling lock!
That Americana looks tight...
Kharitonov struggles to free himself
Kharitonov struggles to free himself
Kharitonov struggles to free himself
Punishing hold!
Punishing hold!
Sergei Kharitonov breaks that americana attempt!
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Josh Barnett controls the situation despite Sergei Kharitonov efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 2:50 in the 3 round
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster's moves.
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.
Kharitonov launches a hook to the body
Josh Barnett moves aside looking for a counter...
The clock says 3:05 in the 3 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster steps backwards away from Sergei Kharitonov. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is holding Sergei Kharitonov's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Sergei Kharitonov loses balance and goes to the ground.
Kharitonov's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
The clock says 3:40 in the 3 round
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov attempts to trap Josh Barnett in his guard.
Josh Barnett keeps control and remains in side mount.
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster tries to open up Kharitonov with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Some nice shots are landing and Kharitonov is trying to block them with his hands...
Kharitonov's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Josh Barnett is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Josh Barnett looks to pass to mount...
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Sergei Kharitonov.
Josh Barnett is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster goes for an armbar!
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is locking that Armbar...
That Armbar from Josh Barnett appears to be unbreakable
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is locking that Armbar...
Kharitonov struggles to free himself
The Baby-Faced Assassin/The Warmaster is locking that Armbar...
Kharitonov struggles to free himself
Sergei Kharitonov taps out after a text book armbar!
Winner is Josh Barnett by Submission (Armbar) at 4:15 Round 3
Statistics: Josh Barnett
Punches 7/12 (58%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 2/2 (100%)
Takedowns 6/6 (100%)
GnP strikes 6/8 (75%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 489 s
Statistics: Sergei Kharitonov
Punches 5/15 (33%)
Kicks 3/4 (75%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 4/8 (50%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 489 s
Josh. He did the things.
