Barnett outlasts Roy Nelson, wins decision in main event
The main event of UFC Fight Night 75 in Tokyo, Japan featured a main event bout between veteran heavyweights Josh Barnett and Roy Nelson.
The main event of UFC Fight Night 75 in Tokyo, Japan featured a main event bout between veteran heavyweights Josh Barnett and Roy Nelson.
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In his first fight in almost two years, Josh Barnett dominated the iron-chinned Roy Nelson over five rounds to secure an easy decision.
Nelson’s (20-12 MMA, 7-8 UFC) toughness apparently went a long way on two judges’ scorecards, which gave scores of 48-47 while one gave Barnett (34-7 MMA, 6-2 UFC) every round, 50-45.
I gave Roy everything I could and he took it and came back, Barnett said afterward.
Official Result: Josh Barnett defeated Roy Nelson by Unanimous Decision (48-47, 48-47, 50-45)
