Gunnar Nelson

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UFC 286 live blog: Gunnar Nelson vs. Bryan Barberena (MMA Fighting)

Follow the UFC 286 live blog for Gunnar Nelson vs. Bryan Barberena, the featured welterweight bout on Saturday in London.

After Rodriguez pulled out of the bout though, Barberena stepped in on a few weeks’ notice, and now “Bam Bam” hopes to rebound from a disappointing loss to [Rafael dos Anjos](https://www.mmafighting.com/fighter/796/rafael-dos-anjos) this past December. [Bryan Barberena](https://www.mmafighting.com/fighter/2930/bryan-barberena), the featured welterweight bout on Saturday in London. Nelson now looks to make it 2-0 at the O2 since his return.

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UFC 286 results: Gunnar Nelson dominates on the mat, taps Bryan ... (MMA Junkie)

Gunnar Nelson showed off his slick submission skills by tapping Bryan Barberena in the final seconds of the first round at UFC 286.

Juliana Miller via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)](“https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/lists/ufc-286-london-leon-edwards-kamaru-usman-rematch-rafael-fiziev-justin-gaethje-play-by-play-live-results”) Gabriel Santos via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)](“https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/lists/ufc-286-london-leon-edwards-kamaru-usman-rematch-rafael-fiziev-justin-gaethje-play-by-play-live-results”) [Christian Duncan def. Malcolm Gordon via TKO (punches) – Round 1, 1:01](“https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2023/03/ufc-286-video-jake-hadley-makes-quick-work-of-malcolm-gordon-calls-out-muhammad-mokaev”) [Joanne Wood def. Luana Carolina via split decision (28-29, 30-27, 29-28)](“ttps://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/lists/ufc-286-london-leon-edwards-kamaru-usman-rematch-rafael-fiziev-justin-gaethje-play-by-play-live-results”) [Jai Herbert vs. Dusko Todorovic via TKO (injury) – Round 1, 1:52](“https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2023/03/ufc-286-video-dusko-todorovic-vs-christian-leroy-duncan-knee-injury”) [Jake Hadley def. Roman Dolidze via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)](“https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2023/03/ufc-286-results-marvin-vettori-wins-unanimous-decision-against-roman-dolidze”) [Jack Shore def. Omar Morales via split decision (27-30, 29-28, 29-28)](“https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/lists/ufc-286-london-leon-edwards-kamaru-usman-rematch-rafael-fiziev-justin-gaethje-play-by-play-live-results”) [Yanal Ashmoz def. Ludovit Klein declared majority draw (29-27, 28-28, 28-28)](“https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/lists/ufc-286-london-leon-edwards-kamaru-usman-rematch-rafael-fiziev-justin-gaethje-play-by-play-live-results”) [Veronica Hardy def. Sam Patterson via knockout (punches) – Round 1, 1:15](“https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2023/03/ufc-286-video-yanal-ashmoz-knocks-out-sam-patterson-who-then-grapples-referee-marc-goddard”) [Muhammad Mokaev def. Jafel Filho via submission (rear-naked choke) – Round 3, 4:32](“https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2023/03/ufc-286-video-muhammad-mokaev-injures-leg-scores-last-minute-submission-of-jafel-filho”) [Lerone Murphy def. Makwan Amirkhani via submission (rear-naked choke) – Round 2, 4:27](“https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2023/03/ufc-286-video-jack-shore-submits-makwan-amirkhani-in-round-2-to-win-featherweight-debut”) [Chris Duncan def. Casey O’Neill via unanimous decision (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/?p=2625794&preview=true) [Marvin Vettori def.

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UFC 286: Gunnar Nelson defeats Bryan Barberena via first-round ... (DAZN News US)

Nelson claimed a first-round submission victory over his 33-year-old opponent, locking in an armbar and ending the bout at 4:51 of the opening stanza. The ...

"Yeah, I wanted to take my time," Nelson said on ther broadcast following the bout. The Iceland native wasted little time getting Barberena off his feet with a takedown midway through the round, after which it was just a matter of time before Nelson went for the submission. But instead of immediately looking to end the fight, Nelson followed the single-leg takedown with a series of elbows to the head of his opponent as he looked for an opening.

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UFC 286 highlight videos: Gunnar Nelson subs Bryan Barberena in ... (Bloody Elbow)

Check out the full fight video highlights of Gunnar Nelson submitting Bryan Barberena from the UFC 286 PPV main card.

He holds a 1-0 record in pro MMA and holds a purple belt in Jiu-Jitsu. From there, Nelson methodically worked until he spotted the chance to spin for an armbar. This makes back-to-back wins for Nelson, who continues to be one of the most dangerous submission threats in the UFC.

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Bryan Barberena vs. Gunnar Nelson Prediction: How Long Will This ... (Oddschecker)

Gunnar Nelson and Bryan Barberena face off in a huge fight in the welterweight division tonight at UFC 286. How long will these two fighters last in the ...

The fans in England are going to want these fighters to put on a show, and I know for sure these two will do that. I feel Nelson is going to use his wrestling skills and possibly choke the overly aggressive Barberena out in this fight. The way Barberena fights is just fun to watch. He will empty his tank to get the finish. After he lost that fight, he got a really horrible injury during training that kept him out for a long time. [pick](https://www.oddschecker.com/us/picks-parlays/boxing-mma) for this [UFC 286](https://www.oddschecker.com/us/boxing-mma/ufc-mma) main card fight.

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UFC 286 results: Ice cold Gunnar Nelson makes quick work of Bryan ... (MMAmania.com)

Welterweight veterans Gunnar Nelson and Bryan Barberena tangled tonight (Sat., March 18, 2023) at UFC 286, which took place inside The O2 in London, ...

ET on [ESPN+](http://go.web.plus.espn.com/c/482924/595608/9070?subId2=%5B%5Dsb%5Bp%5D23404593%5Bt%5Dw%5Br%5Dmmamania.com%5Bd%5DD&sharedid=MMAMania) PPV. ET, then the remaining undercard on ESPN2/ [ESPN+](http://go.web.plus.espn.com/c/482924/595608/9070?subId2=%5B%5Dsb%5Bp%5D23404593%5Bt%5Dw%5Br%5Dmmamania.com%5Bd%5DD&sharedid=MMAMania) at 3 p.m. Barberena, meanwhile, once again [stepped up on short-notice](https://www.mmamania.com/2021/11/30/22810578/ufc-bryan-barberena-headed-las-vegas-not-knowing-if-he-will-fight-ufc-vegas-44-espn-mma) when Daniel Rodriguez went down, illustrating that he’s simply an all-action fighter who is unconcerned with [silly rankings](https://www.mmamania.com/ufc-mma-rankings) and [boring layoffs](https://www.mmamania.com/2023/3/14/23639745/francis-ngannou-reminds-jon-jones-he-initiated-the-fight-over-two-years-ago-ufc). [MMAmania.com](http://mmamania.com/) will deliver LIVE round-by-round, blow-by-blow coverage of the entire UFC 286 fight card right [here](https://www.sbnation.com/e/23401358), starting with the early [ESPN+](http://go.web.plus.espn.com/c/482924/595608/9070?subId2=%5B%5Dsb%5Bp%5D23404593%5Bt%5Dw%5Br%5Dmmamania.com%5Bd%5DD&sharedid=MMAMania) “Prelims” matches online, which are scheduled to begin at 1 p.m. Because of his self-imposed inactivity, he is not ranked int he Welterweight Top 15. [HIGHLIGHTS](https://www.mmamania.com/2023/3/18/23646202/watch-full-fight-video-highlights-ufc-286-results-espn-ppv-london-nelson-submission-barberena)! Nelson moved down to the single-leg takedown, elevated Barberena and followed him to the canvas. Nelson, from side control, dropped some short elbows and punches from top as Barberena struggled to push him away. Nelson is just the picture of calm, dangerous confidence. [watch highlights](https://www.mmamania.com/2023/3/18/23646202/watch-full-fight-video-highlights-ufc-286-results-espn-ppv-london-nelson-submission-barberena)). Barberena barreled forward with a barrage, with Nelson calmly sliding backward out of danger. [ESPN+](http://go.web.plus.espn.com/c/482924/595608/9070?sharedid=MMAMania) pay-per-view (PPV).

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Conor McGregor bestows huge accolades on UFC 286 main card ... (Sportskeeda)

Irish superstar Conor McGregor showered compliments on his teammate Gunnar Nelson for the latter's performance at UFC 286.

Many in the MMA community believe that a possible win over Chandler might earn McGregor a shot at UFC gold. [Gunnar Nelson ](https://www.sportskeeda.com/player/gunnar-nelson)has been a part of the UFC for quite some time .The 34-year-old made his promotional debut back in September 2012. I feel like the next best fight in lightweight is probably me for Conor, but it's far more dangerous than Chandler. The two athletes will meet up later this year for a showdown inside the octagon. An MMA fan uploaded a picture of Conor McGregor with Nelson on Twitter. With the victory, Nelson extended his winning streak to 2-0.

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Highlights! Gunnar Nelson scores first submission finish since 2018 ... (MMAmania.com)

Watch UFC 286 full fight video highlights: Gunnar Nelson vs. Bryan Barberena earlier today (Sat., Mar. 18, 2023) live on ESPN+ PPV from inside The O2 in ...

This is his second-straight win at 170 pounds and a performance that should put him back on track for a shot at the top 15. [#UFC286] [pic.twitter.com/ml8hB1bmg6] [March 18, 2023] [#UFC286] [pic.twitter.com/ITw4pcGsWP] [March 18, 2023]

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UFC 286 results: Gunnar Nelson dominates on the mat, taps Bryan ... (Yahoo Sports)

Gunnar Nelson showed off his slick submission skills by tapping Bryan Barberena in the final seconds of the first round at UFC 286.

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Gunnar Nelson def. Bryan Barberena at UFC 286: Best photos (MMA Junkie)

Check out the best photos from Gunnar Nelson's first-round submission win over Bryan Barberena at UFC 286 in London.

MMA: UFC 286 - Nelson vs Barberena (Photos by Per Haljestam, USA TODAY Sports) gunnar nelson ufc 286

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UFC 286 results: Gunnar Nelson taps out Bryan Barberena with ... (MMA Fighting)

Gunnar Nelson put his grappling acumen to work at UFC 286 after he took Bryan Barberena to the ground and wrapped up a quick armbar submission.

With time ticking down in the first round, Nelson saw an opening for an armbar and he quickly spun into the submission in rapid-fire motion. There were a couple of moments where it looked like Nelson might move into mount but he opted to stay in either half-guard or side control while doing damage with his punches and elbows. A methodical attack from Nelson saw him walk down Barberena and eventually trap him against the cage before securing his first takedown. The 34-year-old fighter from Iceland ultimately only needed to secure a single takedown as he planted Barberena on his back and never let him up again. I wanted to keep that pace. I wanted to take my time.

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UFC 286 main card live results, highlight videos - Gunnar Nelson ... (Bloody Elbow)

The final matchup we'll cover here will be a welterweight tilt between longtime UFC veteran, Gunnar Nelson, and the consummate overachiever in Bryan Barberena.

The leg kicks continued to be there for Vettori, and I don’t think Dolidze blocked any of them. On the other side of that coin, whenever Dolidze did connect, he was moving Vettori around. Vettori was up to the task, moving backwards while countering his opponents with a variety of strikes. The hands of Maia continued to be effective early in the second round. Maia caught a kick and transitioned to a single leg, but O’Neill urgently fought it off to keep things on the feet. Top-10 middleweights Marvin Vettori and Roman Dolidze will be waging war to jump start the PPV portion of UFC 286, followed by top-ranked flyweights Jennifer Maia and Casey O’Neill scrapping it out.

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