Ryron Gracie put up a valiant effort against Josh Barnett last night at Metamoris 6. Against the 60 lbs heavier catch wrestler Barnett, Ryron was able to defend Barnett’s pressure, but was caught in a toe hold at the 13th minute. Ryron tapped and saved himself from a serious injury.

Rener Gracie, Ryron’s younger brother saw many similarities between that match and the legendary Helio Gracie vs Masahiko Kimura match that happened back in 1951. Rener posted on his Facebook: