Barao submits McDonald in 4th, retains bantamweight title

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by Dave Doyle | source: The Underground

If there was any doubt who are the two best bantamweight fighters in the UFC before Saturday, there's none left now.

Renan Barao, who defeated Urijah Faber for the interim bantamweight championship in July at UFC 149, scored a solid victory over young hotshot Michael McDonald in the main event of UFC on Fuel TV 7 at London's Wembley Arena.

With a fourth-round submission win, Barao solidified his spot as the top contender to champion Dominick Cruz, who remains sidelined with a knee injury.

"Dominick Cruz, I'm ready for you. Please come quick," Barao said through an interpreter.

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Michael McDonald Vs. Renan Barao

Fight was scheduled for 5 rounds (5x5x5x5x5)

Name	Michael McDonald	Michael McDonald" />
Height	5′ 9″ (175.26 cm)
Weight	135 (61.23 kg)
Record	8-1-0
Team

Name	Renan Barao	Renan Barao" />
Height	5′ 7″ (170.18 cm)
Weight	135 (61.23 kg)
Record	25-1-0
Team	Nova Uniao

Renan Barao defeated Michael McDonald by Submission (Arm Triangle, 4th Round, 3:57)

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2/18/13 11:22 AM by flipmode

Why? So you can make sure you never accidentally listen to it?I think the half the arena was asleep by the time he actually made it to the cage.

2/17/13 9:02 AM by UGCTT_El Pescadero

Lol... Never... N you are gunna love it ;)

2/17/13 5:37 AM by Phisher

Barao is fucking boss on the ground.

2/17/13 5:35 AM by burner22

Haha nice.

2/17/13 2:50 AM by Warriormmd

Thanks JOF!

2/17/13 1:52 AM by Mako_

Awesome fight. Looks like McD slipped on the wizzer, but that's all it takes is a single mistake. I really like McD striking, also the power and speed he generates in most of his moves is fun to watch.Both fighters put on a good showcase.

2/17/13 12:57 AM by Wasa-B

Great all round skills from both guys

2/17/13 12:53 AM by UnderTheClock

What was Barao, about 12 pounds heavier at fight time?

2/17/13 12:30 AM by Krs10KO.com

Well hey now. Just saw this. Don't welch!!

2/17/13 12:25 AM by mestregruber

Probably thought he could pull his shoulder through and get out of danger. That is one of my favorite transitions from the back.

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