Abreu out, Ryron Gracie in vs. Barnett at Metamoris 6
Roberto Abreu has unfortunately suffered an injury in the lead up to Metamoris 6, Heavyweight champion Josh Barnett will now face Ryron Gracie.
Metamoris 6 at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday, May 9, features an incredible line up of talent, and can only be seen via online PPV at to Metamoris.com. Pre-sale price is $29.95.
However, the man even between heavyweight champion Josh Barnett and Roberto Abreu is off, as ‘Cyborg’ is injured.
Roberto Cyborg Abreu has unfortunately suffered an injury in the lead up to Metamoris 6 and will be unable to face Josh Barnett for the Metamoris Heavyweight Championship. A world champion in his own right, Cyborg was ready and motivated for the challenge in facing Barnett. We want to wish him a quick and safe recovery and look forward to seeing him back in Metamoris soon.
In intriguing news, 4th degree black belt in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Ryron Gracie will be taking his place vs. the catch wrestler Barnett. Gracie has not competed in the event since Metamoris 1, since he had a draw with André Galvão.
RYRON GRACIE has stepped up to replace the injured Cyborg Abreu to face Josh Barnett in an Open-Weight Super Fight for Metamoris 6. Ryron comes from a line of always-ready warriors and gives no hesitation in stepping up to face Josh Barnett.
Jeff Monson vs. Road to Metamoris champion
Clark Gracie vs. Roberto Satoshi
Alexandre Ribeiro vs. Keenan Cornelius
Joe Lauzon vs. Dillon Danis
Chael Sonnen vs. Renato Sobral
Josh Barnett (c) vs. Ryron Gracie
