Marc-Andre Barriault
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Fighting Magomedov
Barriault will face Shara Magomedov at UFC Abu Dhabi on July 26, Marcel Dorff of Eurosport.nl reports.
ANALYSIS
Barriault should be the odds-on favorite for this one, as he's facing an opponent who's coming off the first loss of his UFC career but without many impressive wins to his name. Meanwhile, Barriault defeated Bruno Silva, a heavier opponent, via knockout in his most recent fight, so the 35-year-old might have the momentum for this contest.
Barriault should be the odds-on favorite for this one, as he's facing an opponent who's coming off the first loss of his UFC career but without many impressive wins to his name. Meanwhile, Barriault defeated Bruno Silva, a heavier opponent, via knockout in his most recent fight, so the 35-year-old might have the momentum for this contest.
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Easily finishes heavy opponent
Barriault defeated Bruno Silva via KO (strikes) at 1:27 of Round 1 at UFC 315 on Saturday in Montreal.
ANALYSIS
In a battle of two guys fighting for their jobs, Barriault not only came away victorious, but will walk away with 20 percent of Silva's purse after the latter missed weight Friday morning, as well as a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus. This bout was competitive for about a minute, at which point Barriault pushed forward and trapped the Brazilian along the fence. It was over moments later. It's more likely than not this outcome was the result of Silva's struggles as opposed to any gains made by the Canadian, but Barriault, even at age 35, is going to get another chance coming off this strong effort.
In a battle of two guys fighting for their jobs, Barriault not only came away victorious, but will walk away with 20 percent of Silva's purse after the latter missed weight Friday morning, as well as a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus. This bout was competitive for about a minute, at which point Barriault pushed forward and trapped the Brazilian along the fence. It was over moments later. It's more likely than not this outcome was the result of Silva's struggles as opposed to any gains made by the Canadian, but Barriault, even at age 35, is going to get another chance coming off this strong effort.
Fighting heavier opponent
Barriault is scheduled to compete against Bruno Silva in a catchweight fight at UFC 315 on Saturday, according to Alexander K. Lee of MMA Fighting.
ANALYSIS
Silva missed the UFC's middleweight weigh-in limit. Both parties have agreed for the fight to go on as planned, with Silva giving up 20 percent of his purse to Barriault, who made weight.
Silva missed the UFC's middleweight weigh-in limit. Both parties have agreed for the fight to go on as planned, with Silva giving up 20 percent of his purse to Barriault, who made weight.
Next fight booked
Barriault will face off against Bruno Silva at UFC 315 on May 10, Marcel Dorff of Eurosport.nl reports.
ANALYSIS
Barriault, who is coming off a defeat at the hands of Dustin Stolzfus at UFC Fight Night in Edmonton, will matchup up against Bruno Silva in May. The 35-year-old Canadian, who is 0-3 in his last three fights, will look to get back on track against Silva.
Barriault, who is coming off a defeat at the hands of Dustin Stolzfus at UFC Fight Night in Edmonton, will matchup up against Bruno Silva in May. The 35-year-old Canadian, who is 0-3 in his last three fights, will look to get back on track against Silva.
No-shows Edmonton defeat
Barriault lost to Dustin Stoltzfus via KO (punches) at 4:28 of Round 1 at UFC Fight Night on Saturday in Edmonton.
ANALYSIS
Getting finished in 85 seconds by Joe Pyfer is one thing. Getting slept by Stoltzfus in Round 1 as a -240 favorite in your home country is another thing entirely. Barriault was on the defensive the entire fight. He had a leg kicked out from under him moments after the opening bell rang and found himself defending on the mat most of the frame. He eventually worked his way back to his feet and began swinging for the bleachers, only to get cracked, dropped, and finished in an instant. A one-dimensional brawler, Barriault has zero chance if his durability doesn't hold up. With three straight defeats on his ledger, Barriault's next fight may come with another promotion.
Getting finished in 85 seconds by Joe Pyfer is one thing. Getting slept by Stoltzfus in Round 1 as a -240 favorite in your home country is another thing entirely. Barriault was on the defensive the entire fight. He had a leg kicked out from under him moments after the opening bell rang and found himself defending on the mat most of the frame. He eventually worked his way back to his feet and began swinging for the bleachers, only to get cracked, dropped, and finished in an instant. A one-dimensional brawler, Barriault has zero chance if his durability doesn't hold up. With three straight defeats on his ledger, Barriault's next fight may come with another promotion.
Next fight scheduled
Barriault is set to face Dustin Stoltzfus in a middleweight matchup at UFC Edmonton on November 2, Marcel Dorff of Eurosport.nl reports.
ANALYSIS
Barriault is looking to bounce back from his previous bout after losing via KO after 85 seconds in the first round against Joe Pyfer. The 34-year-old Canadian had been a durable fighter throughout most of his career but has not lost back-to-back contests. He will face Dustin Stoltzfus, who is also coming off an injury.
Barriault is looking to bounce back from his previous bout after losing via KO after 85 seconds in the first round against Joe Pyfer. The 34-year-old Canadian had been a durable fighter throughout most of his career but has not lost back-to-back contests. He will face Dustin Stoltzfus, who is also coming off an injury.