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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Sigurd Ragnarsson (ranked 3008 p4p, 3745 weight class) and Godfrey Lacroix (ranked 322 p4p, 372 weight class). Ragnarsson comes to the cage accompanied by Twilight of the Thunder God. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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Good wrestling
Solid boxing
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 5 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Sigurd Ragnarsson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Godfrey Lacroix!
The judges for this bout are Roosa Järviläinen, Tarja Halkonen and Anni Minnemäki.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ragnarsson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Ragnarsson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lacroix in his tracks.
Ragnarsson avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Ragnarsson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lacroix was well out of range. Poor timing from Ragnarsson.
A jab from Ragnarsson finds it's way through Lacroix's defenses.
Ragnarsson ducks under a wild hook from Lacroix.
Ragnarsson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Godfrey Lacroix seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fighters circling - Ragnarsson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lacroix bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Ragnarsson's head.
Ragnarsson has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Ragnarsson misses with a body kick.
Ragnarsson connects with a jab.
Ragnarsson shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Lacroix is trying to defend but Ragnarsson finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Lacroix pushes Ragnarsson off and gets back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ragnarsson throws a head kick that misses.
Ragnarsson slips under a jab from Lacroix.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ragnarsson swings for the body but Lacroix moves out of range.
Lacroix misses with a leg kick
and Ragnarsson counters with a takedown into side control.
Lacroix tries to improve position but can't.
Lacroix on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Lacroix tries to buck Ragnarsson off but Ragnarsson is having none of it.
Ragnarsson fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Ragnarsson content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Ragnarsson has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Ragnarsson wants to control but Lacroix is keeping him busy.
Lacroix is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ragnarsson works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Lacroix stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Lacroix is looking for a sweep.
Lacroix is trying to get back to his feet.
Ragnarsson working the ground and pound.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
An elbow from Ragnarsson crashes against the mat.
Lacroix tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ragnarsson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ragnarsson working the ground and pound.
Lacroix really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ragnarsson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Ragnarsson staying calm.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
You can see the frustration on Lacroix's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Lacroix taking a bit of punishment here - Ragnarsson scoring with strikes.
The strikes coming from Ragnarsson are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Ragnarsson trying to control the position but Lacroix is working away.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Lacroix can do anything to dispel that myth.
Lacroix tries to buck Ragnarsson off but Ragnarsson is having none of it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ragnarsson lands a nice forearm strike.
Ragnarsson landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Ragnarsson controls the position.
Lacroix struggling a bit here.
Lacroix is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Ragnarsson asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Ragnarsson working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Ragnarsson working the body and head with strikes.
Ragnarsson wants to control but Lacroix is keeping him busy.
Ragnarsson connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Lacroix some visible discomfort.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sigurd Ragnarsson dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Lacroix displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ragnarsson throws out the jab.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lacroix. That's going to slow Ragnarsson down.
Lacroix throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lacroix loads up on a big right hand but Ragnarsson slips the punch.
Lacroix throws a hook to the side of Ragnarsson's head but Ragnarsson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ragnarsson ducks under a wild hook from Lacroix.
Lacroix walks into a stiff left hand from Ragnarsson.
Sigurd Ragnarsson is winning the standup battle so far.
Lacroix throws a looping overhand right but Ragnarsson ducks down to avoid it.
Lacroix slips a jab from Ragnarsson.
Ragnarsson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lacroix lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Ragnarsson shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Lacroix is trying to defend but Ragnarsson finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Lacroix has one foot on Ragnarsson's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lacroix bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ragnarsson's head backwards.
Ragnarsson throws the kick towards the body but Lacroix avoids it.
Lacroix throws the left hand but Ragnarsson avoids the punch easily.
Ragnarsson defending well as Lacroix loads up on a big left hand.
Ragnarsson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Lacroix takes one to the side of the head.
Ragnarsson avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Lacroix lands a head shot.
Lacroix throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ragnarsson just misses with a punch to the body.
Lacroix getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Lacroix is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lacroix throws a right hand that misses
and Ragnarsson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Lacroix's guard.
Ragnarsson is working Lacroix over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ragnarsson stopping the sweep attempt from Lacroix.
Lacroix trying to control the position.
Ragnarsson landing with the ground and pound.
Ragnarsson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Ragnarsson won't allow Lacroix to get back to his feet.
Ragnarsson chips away with some ground and pound.
Ragnarsson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lacroix looking for a sweep. Not yet Lacroix, not yet.
Lacroix wants to improve his position but instead Ragnarsson has moved into half guard.
Lacroix is looking to improve his position.
Ragnarsson lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ragnarsson winds up and cracks Lacroix with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lacroix has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ragnarsson is working away from the top position though.
Ragnarsson seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Ragnarsson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Lacroix is looking to control Ragnarsson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lacroix avoid being mounted?
Ragnarsson is nestled in close to Lacroix, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Ragnarsson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Ragnarsson seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Godfrey Lacroix will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
Lacroix with the inside leg kick.
Lacroix lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Lacroix misses with a hook. Ragnarsson ducked under it nicely.
Ragnarsson shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lacroix misses with an uppercut. Ragnarsson saw that one coming.
Lacroix throws a solid leg kick but Ragnarsson takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Lacroix.
Ragnarsson tries to counter with a takedown but Lacroix is quick to defend against it.
Ragnarsson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Lacroix sprawls well. Lacroix wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Ragnarsson gets slowly back to his feet.
Lacroix misses with a straight right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragnarsson slips under a jab.
Ragnarsson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Lacroix misses with a straight right.
Lacroix dodges the punch combination from Ragnarsson.
Lacroix throws a looping overhand right but Ragnarsson ducks down to avoid it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lacroix misses with a hook
and Ragnarsson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Lacroix looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Ragnarsson puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Ragnarsson controlling the pace.
Ragnarsson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Ragnarsson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Lacroix is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ragnarsson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ragnarsson's back!
Sigurd Ragnarsson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lacroix is throwing strikes but Ragnarsson counters by rolling into a better position. After a scramble, Ragnarsson regains half guard.
Ragnarsson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lacroix in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Ragnarsson is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Lacroix throws a strike but Ragnarsson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ragnarsson won't allow Lacroix to get back to his feet.
Lacroix keeping moving, preventing Ragnarsson from controlling successfully.
Ragnarsson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ragnarsson's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Lacroix working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ragnarsson.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ragnarsson working some strikes from top position.
Ragnarsson scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ragnarsson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Ragnarsson wants to control from the top but Lacroix keeps moving.
Ragnarsson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lacroix can do to turn this around?
Lacroix is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ragnarsson connects with a couple of short punches.
Ragnarsson wants to control from the top but Lacroix keeps moving.
Ragnarsson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ragnarsson content to stall in guard here.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Ragnarsson dives in and scores a takedown into Lacroix's guard.
Ragnarsson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Ragnarsson wants to control from the top but Lacroix keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sigurd Ragnarsson showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Ragnarsson has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sigurd Ragnarsson!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Sigurd Ragnarsson made sure he mentioned Champion Apparel, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
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