Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: UCF 26: Kahnwald v Oliveira
Date: May 04, 2024

#R1#
Ragnarsson darts in looking for a takedown but Fantastico gets double underhooks and turns Ragnarsson into the cage.
Fantastico uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ragnarsson.
Ragnarsson moves out of range of the body kick from Fantastico.
Ragnarsson has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Fantastico slips under a jab from Ragnarsson.
Fantastico looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Fantastico throws a looping overhand right but Ragnarsson ducks down to avoid it.
Ragnarsson throws a body shot but no joy.
A counter left hand to the body from Fantastico misses its target.
Fantastico avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Fantastico throws a hook but Ragnarsson avoids it easily.
Ragnarsson misses with an uppercut. Fantastico saw that one coming.
Fantastico lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragnarsson throws a shot to the body.
Fantastico scores with a nice strike.
Fantastico slips under a jab.
Ragnarsson looks to throw the jab but Fantastico is out of range.
Fantastico appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#T1#
Fantastico defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Ragnarsson.
Fantastico catches Ragnarsson with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Ragnarsson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fantastico takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Ragnarsson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ragnarsson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastico moves out of range as Ragnarsson strikes.
Fantastico throws a hook to the side of Ragnarsson's head but Ragnarsson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ragnarsson with the counter takedown but Fantastico avoids it easily.
Ragnarsson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fantastico was well out of range. Poor timing from Ragnarsson.
Ragnarsson connects with a body shot that sends Fantastico's belly button to the back.
Fantastico keeps the fight on the outside.
Fantastico scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T2#
Ragnarsson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fantastico.
Fantastico lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Sigurd Ragnarsson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A slow jab from Ragnarsson misses its intended target.
Ragnarsson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fantastico feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Ragnarsson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Ragnarsson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Macho Fantastico has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sigurd Ragnarsson.
Fantastico dodges the punch combination from Ragnarsson.
Fantastico half committed to a counter leg kick.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Ragnarsson. #T3#
Fantastico ducks under a wild hook from Ragnarsson.
Fantastico on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Fantastico takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#KD#
Fantastico cracks Ragnarsson with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Ragnarsson looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Fantastico finish him? #ROC#Ragnarsson is rocked!
Fantastico avoids the body shot from Ragnarsson.
Fantastico fires out a quick counter leg kick but Ragnarsson just manages to avoid it.
Ragnarsson is still on wobbly legs! Can Fantastico finish him?
Fantastico dances in with a quick combination. Ragnarsson is being worked over with jabs and crosses. Oooh, a right straight from Fantastico snaps Ragnarsson's head back. Ragnarsson stumbles backwards against the cage. Fantastico steps forward and delivers a right cross that connects with Ragnarsson's jaw, simultaneously knocking him out and sending his mouthpiece into the crowd! There's a worthy souvenir for the fans. This one is over folks. Ragnarsson just didn't come prepared.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Macho Fantastico!
After winning the bout, Macho Fantastico thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: UCF 13:
Date: Mar 30, 2024

#R1#
Darius misses with a hook. Ragnarsson ducked under it nicely.
Darius misses the jab.
Benny Darius seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ragnarsson slips a jab and a cross from Darius.
Ragnarsson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Darius manages to avoid it.
Ragnarsson throws a right and a left that Darius avoids nicely.
Ragnarsson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Darius manages to avoid it.
Darius missing with a left hand there. Ragnarsson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Darius slips a straight right by Ragnarsson.
Ragnarsson shoots in for a takedown but Darius shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Ragnarsson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Darius defends well and Ragnarsson ends up having to push Darius into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A little feinted left hand from Darius on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Darius fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Darius walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Ragnarsson shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Darius throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Darius. Ragnarsson does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Darius staying out of range there.
Darius scores with a three punch combo!
Ragnarsson tries a head kick but it misses.
Jab from Darius.
Ragnarsson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Darius manages to avoid it.
Ragnarsson scores with a sloppy right hand. Darius should have avoided that one.
Ragnarsson throws a lazy right hand but Darius sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Darius swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Darius moves forwards but Ragnarsson connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Darius connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#CL2#
Ragnarsson gets a clinch.
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!
Ragnarsson misses with some punches.
Darius lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC#
Darius's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ragnarsson misses with a wild combination. #T2#
Ragnarsson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Darius sprawls well. Darius wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Ragnarsson gets slowly back to his feet.
Darius is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Benny Darius has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sigurd Ragnarsson.
Darius looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Darius looks to land a body kick but Ragnarsson moved away.
Darius throws a head kick that Ragnarsson semi-blocks. #ROC#Ragnarsson is rocked!
Darius fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Ragnarsson to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Ragnarsson looks to clinch but Darius throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Ragnarsson taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Benny Darius!
A victorious Benny Darius thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: MMAH 109
Date: Feb 03, 2024

#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from Ragnarsson misses the target.
A big left from Ragnarsson misses.
Ngannou attempts a counter takedown but Ragnarsson avoids it well and moves away.
Ragnarsson tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD#
and Ngannou counters with a nice double leg into side control. Ragnarsson won't be happy with that.
Ragnarsson tries to buck Ngannou off but Ngannou is having none of it.
The strikes coming from Ngannou are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #SUB#
Ngannou looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragnarsson is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Ngannou off and has taken his back!
Ragnarsson controlling the position well here. Ngannou rolled but Ragnarsson kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position. #T1#
Ragnarsson lands a punch to the side of the head from the back.
Ragnarsson lands shots from the back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ngannou just trying to survive but Ragnarsson is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Ragnarsson is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T2#
Ragnarsson has the hooks in. Ngannou is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Ngannou breaks Ragnarsson's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Ragnarsson seems keen to control Ngannou's posture.
Ngannou wants to control from the top but Ragnarsson keeps moving.
Ngannou wants to pass the guard but Ragnarsson is keeping the position.
Ragnarsson looking to control. #T3#
Ngannou postures up and lands a big shot to Ragnarsson's brow.
Ngannou is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Ragnarsson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ragnarsson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB#
Ngannou drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Ngannou as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Ragnarsson screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Ngannou! Nice submission victory there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Francisco Ngannou!
Francisco Ngannou decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: MMAH 106
Date: Jan 10, 2024

#R1#
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.#TD#
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.#T1#
Ragnarsson swings for the body but Lacroix moves out of range.
Lacroix misses with a leg kick #TD#
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. #T2#
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. #T3#
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.#T4#
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.#R2#
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. #TD#
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.#T1#
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 #TD#
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. #T2#
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.#T3#
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. #T4#
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!#R3#
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. #T1#
Lacroix misses with a hook #TD#
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.#T2#
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. #REVR#
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. #T3#
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.#T4#
Ragnarsson content to stall in guard here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
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.

Event: MMAH 99
Date: Dec 16, 2023

#R1#
Ragnarsson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Belmiro is fending him off so far but Ragnarsson persists. Nope, Belmiro circles away and we're back to standing.
Belmiro lands with a straight right. Ragnarsson didn't see that one coming.
Ragnarsson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Belmiro sprawls well. Belmiro wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Ragnarsson gets slowly back to his feet.
Belmiro dips to his left and cracks Ragnarsson with an uppercut!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragnarsson dives in and grabs Belmiro's left leg, looking for a takedown. Belmiro pushes down on Ragnarsson's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sigurd Ragnarsson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Belmiro misses with a hook. Ragnarsson ducked under it nicely.
Ragnarsson looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T1#
Belmiro lands a slapping body shot.
Belmiro connects with a nice looking jab.
Belmiro connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ragnarsson's hands.
Ragnarsson doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Belmiro counters with a left to the body.
Belmiro shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ragnarsson as he jumps to the side.
Ragnarsson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Belmiro is fending him off so far but Ragnarsson persists. Nope, Belmiro circles away and we're back to standing.
Belmiro feints the counter takedown.
Ragnarsson connects with a good right hand that stumbles Belmiro. Belmiro circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Belmiro changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ragnarsson tries to avoid it but Belmiro manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ragnarsson to the ground. Ragnarsson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ragnarsson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Belmiro sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Ragnarsson somewhat.#T2#
Ragnarsson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Ragnarsson slips under a jab.
Ragnarsson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ragnarsson looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Belmiro has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Belmiro defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Ragnarsson.
Ragnarsson moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Ragnarsson closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Belmiro is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Ragnarsson throws a strike but Belmiro avoids it easily and moves to full guard.#T3#
Ragnarsson wants to control from the top but Belmiro keeps moving.
Ragnarsson won't allow Belmiro to sweep him here.
Ragnarsson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Belmiro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ragnarsson is one step ahead there.
Belmiro is still trying to improve position.
Ragnarsson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Belmiro looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Ragnarsson passes into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Belmiro manages to get to full guard.
Ragnarsson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Ragnarsson connects with a couple of short punches.
Belmiro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Belmiro has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ragnarsson has passed into side control.
Ragnarsson working the head with strikes.
Belmiro is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Ragnarsson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lian Belmiro 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.#R2#
Belmiro swings for the body but Ragnarsson moves out of range.
Ragnarsson takes one on the button.
Ragnarsson closes the distance and clinches up with Belmiro, looking for a takedown. Ragnarsson pushes Belmiro against the cage but Belmiro circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD#
Ragnarsson throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Belmiro tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Ragnarsson is in Belmiro's guard.#SUB2#
Belmiro had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ragnarsson defends it easily.
Ragnarsson throwing strikes but missing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragnarsson is stalling in the full guard.
Belmiro tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Belmiro working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ragnarsson.
Belmiro wants to sweep here but Ragnarsson controlling him for the moment.
Ragnarsson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Ragnarsson landing some decent shots from guard.
Belmiro is trying to control the position but Ragnarsson postures up.
Ragnarsson is stalling in the full guard.
Ragnarsson throws a big elbow that misses. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Belmiro looking for a sweep. Not yet Belmiro, not yet.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Belmiro is on top in guard. #REVB#
Ragnarsson has Belmiro pulled in close to control his posture.
Belmiro wants to control from the top but Ragnarsson keeps moving.
Belmiro landing with the ground and pound.
Belmiro trying to control the position from guard on top but Ragnarsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Ragnarsson controlling the position.
Belmiro won't allow Ragnarsson to sweep him here.
Ragnarsson pulls Belmiro in close to prevent any damage.
Ragnarsson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Belmiro trying to control but Ragnarsson is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Belmiro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ragnarsson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Belmiro circles away.
Ragnarsson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ragnarsson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Belmiro throws out the jab. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Belmiro scores with a jab to the jaw.
Ragnarsson fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sigurd Ragnarsson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ragnarsson dives in and grabs Belmiro's left leg, looking for a takedown. Belmiro pushes down on Ragnarsson's head and hops out.#TD#
Ragnarsson bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Belmiro manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ragnarsson's best efforts.
Belmiro tries to get to full guard but Ragnarsson has control of the leg.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Belmiro wants to control but Ragnarsson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Belmiro moves into full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lian Belmiro will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Belmiro throws a hook but Ragnarsson avoids it easily.
Belmiro stuffs the takedown attempt from Ragnarsson. Ragnarsson gets slowly back to his feet.
Belmiro looks for a takedown but Ragnarsson sprawls well.
No luck for Ragnarsson with that takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Belmiro shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ragnarsson but Ragnarsson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A slow jab from Belmiro misses its intended target.
Ragnarsson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Belmiro sprawls and moves away.#T1#
Ragnarsson defending well as Belmiro loads up on a big left hand.
Nice sprawl there from Belmiro as Ragnarsson shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sigurd Ragnarsson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Belmiro scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Ragnarsson is defended easily by Belmiro.
Belmiro shoots in but no luck this time.
Ragnarsson shoots for a takedown but Belmiro saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Belmiro tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Belmiro throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD#
Ragnarsson dives in and scores a takedown into Belmiro's guard.#T2#
Ragnarsson distracts Belmiro with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Ragnarsson won't allow Belmiro to sweep him here.
Ragnarsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Belmiro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sigurd Ragnarsson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Belmiro looking for a guillotine here but Ragnarsson defends easily.
Belmiro looking to control.
Ragnarsson stopping the sweep attempt from Belmiro.#T3#
Ragnarsson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Belmiro is keeping the position for now.
Belmiro wants to sweep here but Ragnarsson controlling him for the moment.
Ragnarsson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Belmiro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Ragnarsson throws a strike but Belmiro rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Belmiro trying to control but Ragnarsson is working from the bottom.
Belmiro pushes down on Ragnarsson's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T4#
Belmiro trying to control from half guard but Ragnarsson is working away.
Ground and pound from Belmiro.
Belmiro is trying to control the action in half guard but Ragnarsson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ragnarsson is concentrating on defense, preventing Belmiro from advancing position.
Ragnarsson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Ragnarsson gets full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Belmiro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lian Belmiro really dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R4#
Ragnarsson throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Ragnarsson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Belmiro but Belmiro pushes him off and we're back to square one.
And Belmiro tries to counter it with a takedown but Ragnarsson pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Lian Belmiro seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Belmiro.#TD2#
Belmiro drives through with a takedown into Ragnarsson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Belmiro throws a big right hand that misses.
Belmiro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Belmiro distracts Ragnarsson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Ragnarsson keeping moving, preventing Belmiro from controlling successfully. #T1#
Belmiro stands and throws Ragnarsson's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Belmiro moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Belmiro in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Belmiro is chipping away with strikes.
Ragnarsson is looking to regain half guard here but Belmiro keeps moving and retains side control.
Belmiro tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Belmiro has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Belmiro misses with the ground and pound.#T2#
Belmiro trying to control the action but Ragnarsson is working from the bottom.
Belmiro working the strikes but Ragnarsson uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Ragnarsson is trying to get back to full guard.
Belmiro thows a huge punch but Ragnarsson dodges it nicely.
Belmiro lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Ragnarsson is staying active underneath Belmiro, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Belmiro is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ragnarsson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Belmiro.
Ragnarsson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Belmiro frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Belmiro lands a nice shot to the head.
Ragnarsson is trying to escape the mount.
Belmiro tries to control but Ragnarsson wriggling away.
Belmiro sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T4#
Belmiro punching from mount but Ragnarsson doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Belmiro can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ragnarsson is looking to escape.
Belmiro tries to push Ragnarsson's head away but Ragnarsson is holding on tight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Belmiro unloading with bombs!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lian Belmiro dominated that fourth round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
Belmiro shoots in for a takedown but Ragnarsson shows good takedown defense.
Belmiro misses with a looping left.
Ragnarsson feinted with a counter takedown.
Belmiro cracks Ragnarsson with a good jab.#TD#
Ragnarsson shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Belmiro napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Ragnarsson trying to control the position but Belmiro is working away.
Belmiro defending against the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragnarsson connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Belmiro some visible discomfort.
Belmiro tries to improve position but can't.
Belmiro manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T1#
Belmiro moves into full guard.
Ragnarsson trying to control but Belmiro is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Belmiro is looking for a triangle but Ragnarsson pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Belmiro is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ragnarsson defends well.
Ragnarsson sitting in guard here, content to control.
Ragnarsson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Belmiro is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ragnarsson is aware though and is defending well.
Ragnarsson throws a big right hand that misses.
Belmiro keeping moving, preventing Ragnarsson from controlling successfully.
Belmiro manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ragnarsson manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Belmiro trying to control but Ragnarsson is working from the bottom.
Belmiro is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T3#
Belmiro's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Belmiro loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ragnarsson is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Ragnarsson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Belmiro manages to avoid it.
Ragnarsson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ragnarsson wants it to stay on the feet.
Ragnarsson takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Belmiro throws a lazy right hand but Ragnarsson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ragnarsson shoots in and drives through. Belmiro sprawls well.#T4#
Belmiro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ragnarsson moves away.#TD#
Ragnarsson looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Belmiro!
Belmiro looks to move to half guard but instead Ragnarsson has passed into mount! Damn!
Ragnarsson prevents Belmiro from getting the reversal.
Ragnarsson lands a big shot there that rocks Belmiro but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Lian Belmiro is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Belmiro regains half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ragnarsson lands a nice short elbow.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sigurd Ragnarsson showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Belmiro has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 46:49
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 46:49
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lian Belmiro!
Lian Belmiro is the new lightweight champion!

Event: AFC #23
Date: Sep 16, 2023

#R1#
Rock Jr leaves Ragnarsson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Rock Jr swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rock Jr dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Ragnarsson. That did some damage!
Rock Jr avoids the body shot from Ragnarsson.
A slow jab from Ragnarsson misses its intended target.
Rock Jr wants to counter with a clinch but Ragnarsson pushes him away.
Rock Jr connects with the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragnarsson misses with a takedown attempt - Rock Jr sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Ragnarsson jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Ragnarsson misses with an uppercut
and Rock Jr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ragnarsson ducks right into an uppercut from Rock Jr. #ROC2#Ragnarsson is rocked!
Ragnarsson with a lazy takedown attempt #CL2#
and Rock Jr counters by moving into the clinch.
Oh Ragnarsson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sigurd Ragnarsson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ragnarsson takes a knee right on the jaw!
Ragnarsson missing with knees to the body.
Ragnarsson is looking for a takedown.
Rock Jr dips a shoulder and cracks Ragnarsson with a mighty uppercut! Ragnarsson falls back against the cage and Rock Jr unloads with a barrage of strikes! Ragnarsson is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Rock Jr screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Will Rock Jr!
Will Rock Jr decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: AFC #17
Date: Aug 05, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Ragnarsson throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Mountain tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Ragnarsson is in Mountain's guard.
Mountain has momentary wrist control but Ragnarsson slips an elbow through the middle.
Ragnarsson postures up in Mountain's guard and throws a big left but Mountain blocks it.
Mountain avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ragnarsson content to stall in guard here.
Ragnarsson wants to control from the top but Mountain keeps moving.
Ragnarsson postures up in Mountain's guard and throws a big left but Mountain blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragnarsson controls from within his opponent's guard.
Ragnarsson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T1#
Ragnarsson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mountain works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ragnarsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Mountain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ragnarsson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Karry Mountain is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD2#
Mountain gets caught flat footed, as Ragnarsson shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Mountain keeping moving, preventing Ragnarsson from controlling successfully.
Mountain will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Ragnarsson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T2#
Mountain preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Ragnarsson controlling from the top position.
Ragnarsson is looking to work some ground and pound but Mountain has wrist control.
Mountain pulls Ragnarsson in close to his closed guard and prevents Ragnarsson from doing any damage or advancing position.
Mountain is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Ragnarsson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Ragnarsson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Mountain tries to avoid it but Ragnarsson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Mountain to the ground. Mountain escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #T3#
Mountain scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Ragnarsson doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Mountain counters with a head kick. #TD2#
Ragnarsson darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Mountain has his hands clasped together around Ragnarsson's back. He's all about the action.#SUB2#
Mountain is defending against the submission attempts here by Ragnarsson.
Mountain is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Jorzi GYM, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Ragnarsson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T4#
Ragnarsson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Mountain defending well though.
Mountain wants to control but Ragnarsson is keeping busy.
Mountain is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mountain blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ragnarsson.
Mountain won't allow Ragnarsson to pass to mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sigurd Ragnarsson dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Ragnarsson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mountain.
Ragnarsson misses with a takedown
letting Mountain counter with a right hand.
We've been informed that Ragnarsson has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Ragnarsson has his takedown stuffed
and Mountain counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ragnarsson has his takedown stuffed
and Mountain counters with a right hand to the body.
Karry Mountain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sigurd Ragnarsson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragnarsson tries for a takedown but Mountain circles away easily
and Mountain counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T1#
Mountain moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Ragnarsson swings away with a body shot that misses
and Ragnarsson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ragnarsson has his takedown stuffed
and Mountain counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC#Ragnarsson is rocked!
Ragnarsson tries for a takedown but Mountain circles away easily
and Mountain counters with a massive hook, right on the button! He's out cold! Damn, that was naaaaaasty! Hopefully he'll be OK.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Karry Mountain!
Karry Mountain retains his lightweight title!

Event: AFC #15
Date: Jul 22, 2023

#R1#
A slow jab from Del Monte misses its intended target. #TD#
Ragnarsson fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Del Monte to the ground. Ragnarsson is now in Del Monte's guard.
Ragnarsson sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Del Monte's guard.
Ragnarsson lands with a punch from half guard.
Ragnarsson lands with a punch from half guard.
Ragnarsson not doing much here.
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 landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragnarsson scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Ragnarsson scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Ragnarsson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ragnarsson lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T1#
Ragnarsson scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Ragnarsson scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Ragnarsson working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Ragnarsson working Del Monte over with strikes.
Del Monte is staying active underneath Ragnarsson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ragnarsson drops an elbow to the side of Del Monte's head.
Ragnarsson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Ragnarsson's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Ragnarsson lands with a punch from half guard. #T2#
Ragnarsson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Ragnarsson scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#ROC#Del Monte is rocked!
Ragnarsson working over Del Monte with some ground and pound. Del Monte looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Del Monte is still in real trouble! Can Ragnarsson finish him?#SUB2#
Del Monte looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
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 drops an elbow to the side of Del Monte's head.
Ragnarsson wants to free his trapped foot but Del Monte is holding on for dear life with his legs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Del Monte is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ragnarsson scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ragnarsson scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Ragnarsson is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T3#
Further stalling from Ragnarsson.
Ragnarsson scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Del Monte seems to have recovered his senses.
Ragnarsson working the head and body with strikes.
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.#SUB2#
Del Monte actively working from the bottom here.
Ground and pound from Ragnarsson.
Ragnarsson is nestled in close to Del Monte, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Ragnarsson lands with a punch from half guard.
Ragnarsson winds up and cracks Del Monte with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T4#
Ragnarsson working the head and body with strikes.
Del Monte on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Ragnarsson looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Del Monte with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Del Monte works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ragnarsson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ragnarsson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ragnarsson cracks Del Monte with a solid left hand.
Ragnarsson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ragnarsson is working Del Monte over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sigurd Ragnarsson dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD#
Ragnarsson drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB2#
Del Monte working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ragnarsson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ragnarsson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Del Monte is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've been informed that Del Monte has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Ragnarsson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Ragnarsson scoring with punches to the head and body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragnarsson is working Del Monte over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ragnarsson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Ragnarsson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Del Monte can do to turn this around?
Ragnarsson cracks Del Monte with a solid left hand.
Ragnarsson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T1##SUB2#
Del Monte is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ragnarsson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ragnarsson's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Ragnarsson scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ragnarsson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Ragnarsson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Ragnarsson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Ragnarsson working some strikes from top position.
Ragnarsson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T2#
Ragnarsson slips nicely into half guard.
Ragnarsson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Ragnarsson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Ragnarsson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Ragnarsson working the head and body with strikes.
Ragnarsson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Ragnarsson working Del Monte over with strikes.
Ragnarsson working the head and body with strikes.
Del Monte is trying to get back to full guard.
Ragnarsson drops an elbow to the side of Del Monte's head. #T3#
Ragnarsson lands a big elbow - Del Monte is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Ragnarsson!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sigurd Ragnarsson!
During a confident post fight interview, Sigurd Ragnarsson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: WFC Red Light District 2
Date: Jul 02, 2023

#R1##TD#
Ragnarsson drives through with a takedown into guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Campbell is on top in guard. #REVB#
Ragnarsson tries to strike from the bottom.
Ragnarsson tries to strike from the bottom.
Campbell is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Ragnarsson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Campbell is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Campbell wants to pass the guard but Ragnarsson is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell stays in close to Ragnarsson's body and controls the position.
Campbell stands and throws Ragnarsson's legs to the side, diving into side control.
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 tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Campbell wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T1#
Campbell is looking to take a break and control but Ragnarsson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Campbell taking a breather here.
Campbell wants to control but Ragnarsson is keeping him busy.
Campbell happy to just control the position for now.
Campbell is continuing to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ragnarsson is looking for a sweep.
A lull in the action here as Campbell stalls from top position.
Ragnarsson tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Campbell controlling from side mount.
Ragnarsson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Campbell is looking to take a break and control but Ragnarsson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Campbell taking a breather here.
Ragnarsson is looking for a sweep.
Ragnarsson is being controlled here.
Ragnarsson throws a couple of strikes even though he's not really in a good position to do so.
Ragnarsson is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Ragnarsson seems a little lost for a moment, as Campbell dominates the positioning.
Ragnarsson striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
The adventures of Campbell the control monster continue. Boring.
Ragnarsson holding on.
Campbell is looking to take a break and control but Ragnarsson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Campbell tries to advance to mount but can't.
Campbell advances nicely into full mount. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Campbell tries to control but Ragnarsson wriggling away.
Campbell takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Ragnarsson tries to hold on but Campbell postures up.
Campbell wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Ragnarsson tries to hold on but Campbell pushes him away.
Campbell controlling the position easily from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Campbell tries to control but Ragnarsson wriggling away.
Campbell is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nico Campbell dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Ragnarsson shoots for a double leg takedown but Campbell sprawls well. He's pushed Ragnarsson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Ragnarsson slips a straight right by Campbell.
Campbell misses with an uppercut. Ragnarsson saw that one coming.
Campbell lands with a straight right. Ragnarsson didn't see that one coming.
Campbell has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#KD2#
Campbell cracks Ragnarsson with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Campbell has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Ragnarsson to stand back up!#ROC2#Ragnarsson is rocked!
Campbell fakes the leg kick and throws a superman punch. It's knocked Ragnarsson out cold! Brutal finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Nico Campbell!
Nico Campbell is the new lightweight champion!
Nico Campbell decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: WFC Rio de Janeiro 4
Date: Jun 17, 2023

#R1#
Ragnarsson with a nice cross.
Ragnarsson swats away the attempt to clinch by Augustus.#TD2#
Augustus gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Ragnarsson to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Ragnarsson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ragnarsson stops Augustus from standing up.
Ragnarsson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Augustus avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ragnarsson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Augustus works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ragnarsson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragnarsson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ragnarsson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Augustus works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Augustus wants to stand but Ragnarsson is controlling the position.
Ragnarsson postures up in Augustus's guard and throws a big left but Augustus blocks it.
Ragnarsson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T1#
Augustus is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Ragnarsson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Augustus wants to stand up but Ragnarsson is controlling him.
Augustus preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Ragnarsson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Augustus is keeping the position for now.
Augustus on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Augustus tries to get out of the position.
Ragnarsson stands and throws Augustus's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Augustus is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Ragnarsson grinds an elbow into Augustus's temple.
Ragnarsson lands a nice forearm strike.
Augustus wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Ragnarsson working the head with strikes.
Ragnarsson is looking to take a break and control but Augustus is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ragnarsson scores with punches from side control. #T2#
Augustus is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Ragnarsson has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Augustus knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Ragnarsson on the ground.
Ragnarsson in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Augustus wants to get back to his feet.
Ragnarsson controls the position.
Ragnarsson scoring with punches and elbows.
Ragnarsson scores with a couple of short elbows.
Ragnarsson scoring with punches and elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Augustus takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Ragnarsson remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Ragnarsson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Ragnarsson working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards. #T3#
Augustus takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Augustus is looking to get back to his feet here but Ragnarsson is keeping cool and he's managed to take Augustus's back.
Augustus takes a big shot to the side of the head.
Augustus is trying to stand back up.
Ragnarsson punches Augustus on the ear.
Ragnarsson punishes Augustus with strikes from the back mount.
Ragnarsson lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK.
Ragnarsson is landing with strikes from the back.
Ragnarsson is throwing strikes from the back here. Oh that last one was to the back of the head. Ragnarsson gets a warning from the referee. He throws another strike to the back of the head straight away though and the referee has seen enough. He breaks up the two fighters and stands them back up. Ragnarsson gets a real talking to here and is lucky not to get a point deducted. Ragnarsson apologises and we restart here on the feet.
The fight stays on the outside here - Augustus looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ragnarsson feints the counter takedown.#CL#
Augustus instigates a clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Ragnarsson ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Ragnarsson no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Ragnarsson has a closed guard, preventing Augustus from standing up. #T4#
Ragnarsson wants to sweep but no luck.
Augustus trying to stand up but can't free himself from Ragnarsson's guard.
Ragnarsson pulls Augustus in close to prevent any damage.
Augustus would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
We've been informed that Ragnarsson has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Ragnarsson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Augustus wants to stand but Ragnarsson is controlling his posture from full guard.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Augustus fails with an attempt to clinch.
Augustus tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ragnarsson swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Ragnarsson gets tackled into the cage by Augustus. Augustus maintains the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sigurd Ragnarsson dominated that round.
That's time! Augustus's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Augustus fails with an attempt to clinch.
Augustus tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ragnarsson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Augustus tries to clinch there but Ragnarsson circles away.
We've been told by Augustus's head coaches at California Top Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Ragnarsson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ragnarsson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Augustus tries to close the distance and clinch but Ragnarsson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Augustus is looking to clinch but Ragnarsson is avoiding it.
Ragnarsson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Augustus tries to clinch up but Ragnarsson circles away and keeps his distance.
Apollo Augustus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Ragnarsson is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Augustus's half guard.
Ragnarsson working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Ragnarsson working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragnarsson lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Augustus won't allow Ragnarsson to pass to mount.
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 winds up and cracks Augustus with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Augustus is trying to stand up here but Ragnarsson is controlling him well.
Ragnarsson trying to control the action but Augustus is working from the bottom.
Ragnarsson looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Augustus keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Ragnarsson prevents Augustus from standing back up.
Ragnarsson scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Ragnarsson scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Augustus is trying to stand up here but Ragnarsson is controlling him well.
Augustus trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Nice strikes from Ragnarsson there.
Ragnarsson looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ragnarsson lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ragnarsson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T2#
Ragnarsson lands strikes from half guard.
Ragnarsson working Augustus over with strikes.
Ragnarsson content to control rather than advance.
Ragnarsson wants to pass the guard but Augustus is defending well.
Ragnarsson working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Still in half guard, Ragnarsson seems content to control.
Ragnarsson drops an elbow to the side of Augustus's head.
Ragnarsson trying to control the action but Augustus is working from the bottom.
Ragnarsson prevents Augustus from standing back up.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Ragnarsson lands with a punch from half guard.
Ragnarsson is nestled in close to Augustus, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Augustus is trying to stand back up but Ragnarsson is controlling him
Ragnarsson winds up and cracks Augustus with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Ragnarsson content to control rather than advance.
Augustus tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Ragnarsson manages to move to mount!
Ragnarsson landing shots from mount.
Augustus wants to try and get back to his feet.
Ragnarsson scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Augustus?
Ragnarsson working Augustus over with strikes here. #ROC2#Augustus is rocked!
Augustus really wants to buck Ragnarsson off and get back to his feet.
Ragnarsson is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Augustus can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Oh Augustus is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#T4#
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!
Ragnarsson scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Augustus is bucking up trying to escape but Ragnarsson cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Ragnarsson looking to finish here with some ground and pound. He lands one big shot that has Augustus covering up... and two more big strikes land, forcing the referee to step in and put and end to proceedings! This fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sigurd Ragnarsson!
Sigurd Ragnarsson is the new lightweight champion!
Sigurd Ragnarsson decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: WFC Fight Night 4
Date: Jun 02, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Ragnarsson shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Vortmont looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Ragnarsson stalling.
Ragnarsson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Ragnarsson connects with a nice short shot to Vortmont's temple.
Nice strikes from Ragnarsson there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragnarsson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ragnarsson drops an elbow to the side of Vortmont's head.
Vortmont really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Vortmont on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Ragnarsson works his way into side control.
Ragnarsson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Vortmont is working to avoid the ground and pound but Ragnarsson connects with a decent elbow.
Ragnarsson staying calm.
Ragnarsson lands an elbow.
Ragnarsson grinds an elbow into Vortmont's temple.
Ragnarsson landing a few strikes.
Ragnarsson working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Ragnarsson working the ground and pound from side control.
Ragnarsson connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Vortmont some visible discomfort.
Ragnarsson lands a few punches from side control.#T2#
Ragnarsson looks up at the clock and then as Vortmont takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Ragnarsson smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
You can see the frustration on Vortmont's face as Ragnarsson controls the position.
Ragnarsson cracks Vortmont with a big elbow.
Ragnarsson working the head and body with strikes. #ROC2#Vortmont is rocked!
Ragnarsson scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Vortmont to see if he's OK.
Oh Vortmont is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ragnarsson cracks Vortmont with an elbow. That is naaassty.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ragnarsson cracks Vortmont with a big elbow.
Ragnarsson landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Ragnarsson lands a nice forearm strike.
Ragnarsson lands a big left to the face of Vortmont, bouncing his head like a basketball. Another shot from Ragnarsson and another - Vortmont is out! Ragnarsson stands up and salutes his fans, who are going crazy in the stands.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Sigurd Ragnarsson!
A victorious Sigurd Ragnarsson thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: WFC Canada 1
Date: May 20, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Stevenson tries to sprawl but Ragnarsson drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Ragnarsson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Ragnarsson stalling.
Stevenson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ragnarsson.
Stevenson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Ragnarsson thows a huge punch but Stevenson dodges it nicely.
Ragnarsson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragnarsson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Ragnarsson working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #T1#
Ragnarsson performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Ragnarsson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Stevenson's head.
Ragnarsson throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Stevenson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Ragnarsson winds up and cracks Stevenson with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ragnarsson throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Ragnarsson moves into full mount! Stevenson won't be happy about that!
Ragnarsson controlling his opponent. #T2#
A nice elbow there by Ragnarsson.
Ragnarsson lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Stevenson hang on?
Ragnarsson in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Stevenson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Ragnarsson on the ground.
Stevenson holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Ragnarsson tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Ragnarsson controlling the position easily from mount.
Ragnarsson is landing with some decent strikes but Stevenson is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Ragnarsson dominating with strikes here.#T3#
Ragnarsson unloads with some shots from mount but Stevenson bucks and avoids them well.
Ragnarsson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Ragnarsson scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Stevenson?
Ragnarsson controlling the pace for now.
Stevenson is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Ragnarsson landing punches. #ROC2#Stevenson is rocked!
Ragnarsson landing punches.
Oh Stevenson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ragnarsson throws some wild stikes that Stevenson manages to avoid easily.
Ragnarsson in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Stevenson is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Stevenson seems to have got his legs back now.
Ragnarsson landing shots from mount. #T4#
Stevenson takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ragnarsson with the ground and pound from mount.
Ragnarsson lands a couple of good shots and Stevenson has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Ragnarsson missing with strikes.
Stevenson is taking damage to the body and head.
Ragnarsson gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes.
Ragnarsson is loading up with his shots from the back and Stevenson is in big trouble! Stevenson taps out to strikes and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Sigurd Ragnarsson!
An out of breath Sigurd Ragnarsson thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: WCMMA Fight Night 3
Date: Apr 20, 2023

#R1##CL2#
Borkechev moves into the clinch.
Borkechev unloads a knee to the mid-section.#BC2#
Borkechev breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Borkechev has taken the fight to the clinch. #TD2#
Borkechev gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Borkechev trying to control but Ragnarsson is working from the bottom.
Ragnarsson pulls Borkechev in close to prevent any damage.
Ragnarsson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ragnarsson wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragnarsson trying to control the position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Borkechev trying to control the position from guard on top but Ragnarsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Ragnarsson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ragnarsson 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.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Borkechev is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Yaroslav Borkechev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Borkechev gets a takedown into half guard.
Ragnarsson punching from the bottom.
Borkechev frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T2#
Ragnarsson tries to hold on but Borkechev pushes him away.
Borkechev tries to control but Ragnarsson wriggling away.
Borkechev is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Borkechev lands with some strikes.
Ragnarsson is in all sorts of trouble here. #SUB2#
Ragnarsson defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Borkechev.
Ragnarsson manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Ragnarsson is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Ragnarsson preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Borkechev is trying to control. Ragnarsson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ragnarsson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ragnarsson.
Ragnarsson has control of Borkechev's left arm, preventing Borkechev from doing any damage.
Ragnarsson 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.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ragnarsson trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Ragnarsson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Borkechev is one step ahead there.
Borkechev trying to control but Ragnarsson is working from the bottom.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Ragnarsson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Borkechev's guard. #REVR#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ragnarsson landing some decent shots from guard.
Ragnarsson controls from within his opponent's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yaroslav Borkechev dominated that round.
That's time! Ragnarsson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Ragnarsson misses with a hook.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Borkechev.
Borkechev trying to control the position but Ragnarsson is working away.
Ragnarsson is looking to reverse the position.
Ragnarsson prevents Borkechev from improving position.
Ragnarsson throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Borkechev throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Ragnarsson struggling a bit here.
Ragnarsson regains half guard.#T1##SUB2#
Borkechev looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Ragnarsson trying to hold on to Borkechev's head to control him but Borkechev postures up.
Ragnarsson has his hands clasped together around Borkechev's back. He's all about the action.
Ragnarsson manages to get to full guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Ragnarsson tries to strike from the bottom.
Borkechev trying to control but Ragnarsson is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Borkechev drops back, looking for a kneebar! Ragnarsson looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Ragnarsson looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Ragnarsson! #REVR#
Ragnarsson connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Borkechev some visible discomfort.
Ragnarsson working the ground and pound.
Ragnarsson is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T3#
Ragnarsson landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Yaroslav Borkechev has got the better of the ground game so far.
Borkechev is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ragnarsson working the ground and pound.
Borkechev taking punishment in the form of punches.
Ragnarsson working the ground and pound.
Ragnarsson scoring with punches and elbows.
Ragnarsson working the body and head with strikes. #ROC#Borkechev is rocked!
Borkechev taking punishment in the form of punches.
Borkechev is still in real trouble! Can Ragnarsson finish him?
Ragnarsson cracks Borkechev with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Ragnarsson immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Borkechev is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Ragnarsson!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sigurd Ragnarsson!
Sigurd Ragnarsson thanked the fans post fight for their support.

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