Robbie Lawler vs Bryan Barberena UFC fight info, date and time
Robbie Lawler vs Bryan Barberena is set to go down at UFC 276: Adesanya vs. Cannonier at 6:30pm EST on Saturday 2nd July 2022 in a 170lbs matchup.
Robbie Lawler recorded his first UFC victory since 2017 after forcing Nick Diaz to retire at UFC 266.
Bryan Barberena is riding a two-fight winning streak with victories over Darian Weeks and Matt Brown in the past 6 months.
Robbie Lawler vs Bryan Barberena betting odds
Robbie Lawler will be the betting favorite with opening odds of -120.
Bryan Barberena is the betting underdog with opening odds of +110.
Fight information
Robbie Lawler vs Bryan Barberena was first reported on May 3rd.
Robbie Lawler will fight Bryan Barberena at #UFC276 on July 2nd. (per @bryan_barberena IG) #UFC #MMA #UFCESPN #IFW2022 pic.twitter.com/A2jdnAvNOB
— Marcel Dorff 🇳🇱🇮🇩 (@BigMarcel24) May 3, 2022
This fight is currently scheduled to take place on the prelims at UFC 276: Adesanya vs. Cannonier.
Robbie Lawler
Robbie Lawler snapped a four-fight skid with a finish over Nick Diaz in September having dominated most of their UFC 266 matchup.
ROBBIE LAWLER IS A MAD MAN!!!#UFC235 pic.twitter.com/XfMJnn30dv
— UFC (@ufc) March 3, 2019
Lawler’s previous win came via decision against Cowboy Cerrone at UFC 214 back in July 2017.
Bryan Barberena
Bryan Barberena was involved in one of the best fights of 2022 so far, edging a bruising standup war with Matt Brown in March.
WHAT. A . FIGHT.
— UFC Canada (@UFC_CA) March 27, 2022
Matt Brown and Bryan Barberena deliver a barn burner at #UFCColumbus! 🔥 pic.twitter.com/OkkCGsoSBy
Barberena has won three of his last four UFC fights, with his last defeat coming by majority decision against Jason Witt last July.
How they match up
Bryan Barberena will be slightly taller at 6”0 compared to Lawler who is 5”11. However, Lawler will have a slight 2-inch reach advantage.
The 40-year-old Robbie Lawler has 44 pro MMA fights on his record, while Barberena has fought 25 times.
Reasons to watch
Robbie Lawler will always be one of the UFC greats and remains a fan favorite. Barberena has been involved in some incredible wars over his UFC career too.
Barberena ends it in the first round! Wow!@Bryan_Barberena #UFCLincoln pic.twitter.com/j4xSxY9V0s
— UFC (@ufc) August 26, 2018
This fight is undoubtedly at the top of the list for Fight of the Night contender, so don’t miss it.
The stakes
This fight is more for the marbles than any advancement in the rankings. Neither fighter is likely to make a sustained title push but both are renowned for putting on exciting fights.
Robbie Lawler vs Bryan Barberena predictions
The oddsmakers’ predictions have Robbie Lawler as the slight betting favorite with opening betting odds of -120.
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Robbie Lawler vs Bryan Barberena tale of the tape
- Significant 7 year age difference: Barberena is the younger fighter at 33 years old.
- Lawler has a slight 2 inch reach advantage.
- Significant experience difference: Lawler has 20 more professional MMA fights than Barberena.
| Robbie Lawler | vs | Bryan Barberena |
|---|---|---|
| 40 | Age | 33 |
| 45 | Fights | 25 |
| 29 | Wins | 17 |
| 15 | Losses | 8 |
| 21 | KO’s | 10 |
| 1 | Subs | 2 |
| 5′ 11 | Height (in) | 6′ 0 |
| 74 | Reach (in) | 72 |
MMA record breakdown: Common opponents for Bryan Barberena and Robbie Lawler
The two fighters share 3 common opponents throughout their professional careers; Matt Brown, Jake Ellenberger and Colby Covington.
Both fighters have a record of 2-1 against the common opposition.
| Matt Brown vs Bryan Barberena and Robbie Lawler | ||
|---|---|---|
Bryan Barberena Win • Decision R3 5:00 |
vs. Matt Brown
| Robbie Lawler Win • Decision R5 5:00 |
| Jake Ellenberger vs Bryan Barberena and Robbie Lawler | ||
|---|---|---|
Bryan Barberena Win • KO/TKO R1 2:26 |
vs. Jake Ellenberger
| Robbie Lawler Win • KO/TKO R3 3:06 |
| Colby Covington vs Bryan Barberena and Robbie Lawler | ||
|---|---|---|
Bryan Barberena Loss • Decision R3 5:00 |
vs. Colby Covington
| Robbie Lawler Loss • Decision R5 5:00 |
Bryan “Bam Bam” Barberena fighter profile and recent form
Bryan Barberena is a 33 year old male fighter from United States with 17 pro wins and 8 losses. See Bryan Barberena’s full MMA record.
Bryan Barberena has a 71% finish rate, including 10 by knockout, 2 by submission, 5 by decision.
Bryan Barberena is currently riding a 2 fight win streak.
Last 5 bouts
| Result | Record | Opponent | Method | Event | Date | Weight class | Org |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Win |
16-8-0 | Matt Brown |
DEC
R3 5:00
|
UFC Fight Night | 2022-03-26 | Welterweight | UFC |
|
Win |
15-8-0 | Darian Weeks |
DEC
R3 5:00
|
UFC Fight Night | 2021-12-04 | Welterweight | UFC |
|
Loss |
15-7-0 | Jason Witt |
DEC
R3 5:00
|
UFC Fight Night | 2021-07-31 | Welterweight | UFC |
|
Win |
14-7-0 | Anthony Ivy |
DEC
R3 5:00
|
UFC Fight Night | 2020-09-12 | Welterweight | UFC |
|
Loss |
14-6-0 | Randy Brown |
KO/TKO
R3 2:54
|
UFC on ESPN+ 12 | 2019-06-22 | Welterweight | UFC |
“Ruthless” Robbie Lawler fighter profile and recent form
Robbie Lawler is a 40 year old male fighter from United States with 29 pro wins and 15 losses. See Robbie Lawler’s full MMA record.
Robbie Lawler has a 76% finish rate, including 21 by knockout, 1 by submission, 7 by decision.
Robbie Lawler is looking to put together a winning streak, having last beaten Nick Diaz at UFC 266: Volkanovski vs. Ortega.
Last 5 bouts
| Result | Record | Opponent | Method | Event | Date | Weight class | Org |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Win |
28-15-0 | Nick Diaz |
KO/TKO
R3 0:44
|
UFC 266 | 2021-09-25 | Middleweight | UFC |
|
Loss |
28-14-0 | Neil Magny |
DEC
R3 5:00
|
UFC Fight Night | 2020-08-29 | Welterweight | UFC |
|
Loss |
28-13-0 | Colby Covington |
DEC
R5 5:00
|
UFC on ESPN 5 | 2019-08-03 | Welterweight | UFC |
|
Loss |
28-12-0 | Ben Askren |
SUB
R1 3:20
|
UFC 235 | 2019-03-02 | Welterweight | UFC |
|
Loss |
28-11-0 | Rafael dos Anjos |
DEC
R5 5:00
|
UFC on FOX 26 | 2017-12-16 | Welterweight | UFC |
Who is fighting tonight in the UFC?
Robbie Lawler vs Bryan Barberena is set to go down at UFC 276 – Adesanya vs. Cannonier. The fight is expected to start at around 6:30pm EST on Saturday 2nd July 2022.
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