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Event: CFC CG 5     
Date:   Mar 24, 2024





202 cm
41 yrs
282 lbs



183 cm
30 yrs
174 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Arild Ringnes ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Josh Aldarisio!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Elvis Blanc and Alec Ball.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Aldarisio darts in looking for a takedown but Ringnes gets double underhooks and turns Aldarisio into the ropes.
Aldarisio fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ringnes avoids it really well and circles away.
Ringnes tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Aldarisio defends well and Ringnes ends up having to push Aldarisio into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Aldarisio goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ringnes prevents it.
Arild Ringnes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Josh Aldarisio.
Ringnes has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Aldarisio avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Aldarisio is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ringnes pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Ringnes wants a takedown.
Aldarisio wants a takedown but no success here.
Ringnes prevents the takedown attempt.
Ringnes wants a takedown.
Aldarisio has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ringnes avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Aldarisio goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ringnes prevents it.
Ringnes has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Aldarisio after a bit of a struggle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aldarisio has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Ringnes after a bit of a struggle.
Aldarisio tries for a takedown. No joy.
Aldarisio is trying to drag Ringnes to the mat but Ringnes just about manages to keep his footing. He used the ropes to his advantage there.
Ringnes prevents the takedown attempt.
Ringnes has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Aldarisio is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T1#
Ringnes goes for a takedown in the clinch but Aldarisio prevents it.
Aldarisio changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Ringnes fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Aldarisio has a takedown stuffed.
Ringnes goes for a double leg but Aldarisio avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Aldarisio continues to drive forward.
Aldarisio wants a takedown but no success here.
Aldarisio goes for a takedown attempt but Ringnes pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Aldarisio shoots in looking for a takedown. Ringnes tries to sprawl out of it but Aldarisio keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Ringnes manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Aldarisio looks winded!
Aldarisio is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ringnes sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Ringnes throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Aldarisio's waist but Aldarisio gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Ringnes off to one side.
Aldarisio shoots in for a takedown but Ringnes shows good takedown defense.
Nice takedown defense from Aldarisio. No joy for Ringnes on that attempt.
Ringnes fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Aldarisio fails to land the takedown.
Aldarisio tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ringnes swivels and escapes.
Ringnes dives in and grabs Aldarisio's left leg, looking for a takedown. Aldarisio pushes down on Ringnes 's head and hops out.
Aldarisio shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ringnes sprawls well. Ringnes wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Aldarisio gets slowly back to his feet.
Ringnes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Aldarisio sprawls and moves away.#T2#
Aldarisio slaps away a takedown attempt from Ringnes , before circling back to the center of the mat.
No luck for Aldarisio with that takedown attempt.
Ringnes has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Vancouver Island Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.
Ringnes shoots in looking for a takedown. Aldarisio tries to sprawl out of it but Ringnes keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Aldarisio manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Aldarisio shoots in for a takedown but Ringnes shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Aldarisio tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ringnes defends well and Aldarisio ends up having to push Ringnes into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Ringnes attempts a counter takedown but Aldarisio avoids it well and moves away.
Ringnes tries for a takedown but Aldarisio sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Aldarisio shoots in for a takedown but Ringnes shows good takedown defense.
Aldarisio stuffs the takedown.
Aldarisio tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Ringnes looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Aldarisio is fending him off so far but Ringnes persists. Nope, Aldarisio circles away and we're back to standing.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Ringnes .
Aldarisio shoots in for a takedown but Ringnes shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Aldarisio shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T3#
Ringnes misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Aldarisio.
Aldarisio shoots in and drives through. Ringnes sprawls well.
Nice sprawl there from Ringnes as Aldarisio shoots in.
Ringnes closes this distance looking for a takedown but Aldarisio circles away.
Aldarisio is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ringnes sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Ringnes shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Aldarisio as he jumps to the side.
Aldarisio has a takedown stuffed.
Ringnes tries to counter with a takedown but Aldarisio is quick to defend against it.
Ringnes shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Aldarisio pinned against the ropes. Aldarisio gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
No luck for Aldarisio with that takedown attempt.
Aldarisio shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ringnes pinned against the ropes. Ringnes gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T4#
Aldarisio is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ringnes sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Horrible takedown attempt by Ringnes or perhaps it was just good defense by Aldarisio, which made it look bad.
Aldarisio drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Ringnes defends it well.
Aldarisio shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ringnes pinned against the ropes. Ringnes gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Ringnes changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Aldarisio tries to avoid it but Ringnes manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Aldarisio to the ground. Aldarisio escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Aldarisio tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ringnes sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Aldarisio somewhat.
Ringnes shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Aldarisio defends it nicely.
Aldarisio shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ringnes pinned against the ropes. Ringnes gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Ringnes fails with the takedown.#T5#
Aldarisio closes the distance and clinches up with Ringnes , looking for a takedown. Aldarisio pushes Ringnes against the ropes but Ringnes circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Ringnes tries to counter with a takedown but Aldarisio is quick to defend against it.
Aldarisio looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ringnes is fending him off so far but Aldarisio persists. Nope, Ringnes circles away and we're back to standing.
Aldarisio looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Aldarisio shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ringnes as he jumps to the side.
Ringnes shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Aldarisio pinned against the ropes. Aldarisio gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Ringnes shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Aldarisio defends it nicely.
Aldarisio fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Ringnes appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Ringnes leaves Aldarisio with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Aldarisio throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ringnes 's waist but Ringnes gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Aldarisio off to one side.
Ringnes is trying hard to land a takedown here. Aldarisio sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Ringnes tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Aldarisio swivels and escapes.
Aldarisio shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ringnes as he jumps to the side. #T6#
Ringnes will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Aldarisio shoots in for a takedown but Ringnes shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Ringnes shoots in but no luck this time.
Aldarisio looks for a takedown but Ringnes sprawls well.
Ringnes tries to counter with a takedown but Aldarisio is quick to defend against it.
Aldarisio shoots in and drives through. Ringnes sprawls well.
Ringnes looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Aldarisio fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Ringnes half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Aldarisio keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Ringnes stuffs the takedown.
No luck for Ringnes with that takedown attempt.
Aldarisio fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Ringnes has a takedown stuffed.#T7#
Ringnes misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Aldarisio shoots in looking for a takedown. Ringnes tries to sprawl out of it but Aldarisio keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Ringnes manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Ringnes fails with the takedown.
Nice sprawl there from Ringnes as Aldarisio shoots in.
Aldarisio tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ringnes sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Aldarisio somewhat.
Nice takedown defense from Ringnes . No joy for Aldarisio on that attempt.
Aldarisio shoots for a takedown but Ringnes saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ringnes tries to counter with a takedown but Aldarisio is quick to defend against it.
Nice sprawl there from Aldarisio as Ringnes shoots in.
Aldarisio dives in for a single leg takedown but Ringnes sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Aldarisio stuffs the takedown.
Aldarisio looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T8#
Ringnes tries for a takedown but Aldarisio sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Aldarisio or perhaps it was just good defense by Ringnes , which made it look bad.
Ringnes goes for a double leg but Aldarisio avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Aldarisio continues to drive forward.
Aldarisio is working for a takedown up against the ropes. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Aldarisio has Ringnes pressed up against the ropes and is working for takedown. Ringnes manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Aldarisio is working for takedown but Ringnes is calmly controlling the position for now.
Ringnes is looking for a takedown.
Ringnes is trying to drag Aldarisio to the mat but Aldarisio just about manages to keep his footing. He used the ropes to his advantage there.
Aldarisio is looking to take this one to the mat.
Aldarisio drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ringnes drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Aldarisio gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Ringnes has Aldarisio pressed up against the ropes and is working for takedown. Aldarisio manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #T9#
Ringnes is trying to drag Aldarisio to the mat but Aldarisio just about manages to keep his footing. He used the ropes to his advantage there.
Aldarisio is working for a takedown up against the ropes. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Ringnes prevents the takedown attempt.
Aldarisio goes for a takedown attempt but Ringnes pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Ringnes tries to score a power double leg takedown but Aldarisio sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Ringnes somewhat.
Aldarisio closes the distance and clinches up with Ringnes , looking for a takedown. Aldarisio pushes Ringnes against the ropes but Ringnes circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Ringnes changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Aldarisio tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ringnes swivels and escapes.
Ringnes fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Aldarisio changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Aldarisio displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ringnes .
And Aldarisio tries to counter it with a takedown but Ringnes pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Ringnes shoots in and drives through. Aldarisio sprawls well.
Ringnes displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Aldarisio. #T10#
Aldarisio tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ringnes defends well and Aldarisio ends up having to push Ringnes into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Aldarisio fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Ringnes misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Aldarisio shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ringnes defends it nicely.
Aldarisio tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ringnes swivels and escapes.
Ringnes shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Aldarisio as he avoids it easily.
Ringnes shoots for a takedown but Aldarisio saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Aldarisio is defended easily by Ringnes .
Nice sprawl there from Aldarisio as Ringnes shoots in.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Aldarisio.
Ringnes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Aldarisio sprawls and moves away.
Aldarisio shoots for a double leg takedown but Ringnes sprawls well. He's pushed Aldarisio's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #T11#
Nice sprawl there from Aldarisio as Ringnes shoots in.
Aldarisio fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Ringnes misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Aldarisio looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Ringnes fails with the takedown.
Aldarisio fails with the takedown.
Aldarisio throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ringnes 's waist but Ringnes gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Aldarisio off to one side.
Ringnes fails with the takedown.
And Aldarisio tries to counter it with a takedown but Ringnes pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Aldarisio shoots in looking for a takedown but Ringnes manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Aldarisio's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Aldarisio stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Aldarisio wants it to stay on the feet.
Aldarisio fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Ringnes shoots in but Aldarisio avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T12#
Aldarisio shoots in but no luck this time.
Aldarisio shoots in but no luck this time.
Aldarisio stuffs the takedown.
Nice takedown defense from Aldarisio. No joy for Ringnes on that attempt.
Aldarisio throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ringnes 's waist but Ringnes gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Aldarisio off to one side.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Ringnes .
Ringnes displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Aldarisio.
Ringnes shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Aldarisio as he avoids it easily.
Aldarisio with the counter takedown but Ringnes avoids it easily.
Aldarisio shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ringnes but Ringnes pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Ringnes looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Aldarisio is fending him off so far but Ringnes persists. Nope, Aldarisio circles away and we're back to standing.
Ringnes shoots for a takedown but Aldarisio saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Aldarisio fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Aldarisio closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ringnes circles away.#T13#
Nice sprawl there from Aldarisio as Ringnes shoots in.
Aldarisio changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ringnes tries to avoid it but Aldarisio manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ringnes to the ground. Ringnes escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ringnes will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Aldarisio shoots in for a double leg but Ringnes sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Ringnes attempts a counter takedown but Aldarisio avoids it well and moves away.
Ringnes defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Aldarisio.
Ringnes fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Aldarisio avoids it really well and circles away.
Nice sprawl there from Ringnes as Aldarisio shoots in.
No luck for Aldarisio with that takedown attempt.
Ringnes shoots in for a double leg but Aldarisio sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Aldarisio has a takedown stuffed.
Ringnes closes this distance looking for a takedown but Aldarisio circles away.
Ringnes shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Aldarisio as he jumps to the side.
Aldarisio tries for a takedown but Ringnes sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T14#
No luck for Ringnes with that takedown attempt.
Aldarisio shoots in but Ringnes avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Ringnes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Aldarisio sprawls and moves away.
Aldarisio fails to land the takedown.
Ringnes changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Aldarisio tries to avoid it but Ringnes manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Aldarisio to the ground. Aldarisio escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Aldarisio misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ringnes fails with a takedown attempt.
Aldarisio fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Ringnes keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Aldarisio slaps away a takedown attempt from Ringnes , before circling back to the center of the mat.
Aldarisio shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ringnes as he avoids it easily.
Ringnes leaves Aldarisio with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points and both fighters attempted the same number of subs, we will decide the bout based on the toss of a coin! Ringnes is heads and Aldarisio is tails.
The coin is in the air and it lands... tails!
Aldarisio wins on points by 1 to 0.

 

Event: H32     
Date:   Dec 10, 2023
#R1#
Magomedov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ringnes .
Magomedov lands with a cross. #CUT#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
Ringnes keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Magomedov throws a body punch but Ringnes moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ringnes ! But no joy.#CL#
Magomedov moves into the clinch.
Ringnes managing to block the knees to the body from Magomedov.
Ringnes working aggressively here.
Magomedov leaning against his opponent.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
We've been informed that Ringnes has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Magomedov lands with a short shot to the head.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ringnes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Ringnes fails to land.
Magomedov pushes Ringnes back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Magomedov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Ringnes blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T1#
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Ringnes avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Ringnes makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ringnes or not.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Ringnes prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Ringnes looks winded!
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Ringnes avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Ringnes 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ringnes 's gas tank.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of Ringnes 's head.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov with a knee to the head.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Ringnes 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Magomedov working Ringnes over with knees to the body.#T2#
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Magomedov obliges.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov.
Ringnes blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
A short right from Ringnes on the inside.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Ringnes controls his hands.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
Magomedov lands with a light punch inside.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Ringnes controls his hands.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A hook to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov avoiding damage as Ringnes throws knees to the body.
Ringnes has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section. Ringnes lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov is looking to control Ringnes 's arms but Ringnes gets an underhook and turns him. Now Magomedov has his back to the ropes.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Ringnes avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
A knee to the head by Magomedov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Arild Ringnes 's cut.
That's time! Magomedov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##CL#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches.
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Ringnes avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov trying to land knees to the body.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
Good body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a good knee to the midsection. Ringnes won't want to take too many of those.
Magomedov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Magomedov is leaning against Ringnes and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Magomedov lands an uppercut.
Magomedov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ringnes is breathing heavily.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
Magomedov holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body. #T1#
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Ringnes 's ribcage. Ringnes let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Magomedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ringnes s head.
Nice body punch from Magomedov - that landed with a thud.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ringnes can do to turn this around?
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Magomedov gets through Ringnes 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nikolai Magomedov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Magomedov works on Ringnes 's body with a couple of short punches.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov working Ringnes over with knees to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to work over Ringnes 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Ringnes up against the ropes.
Magomedov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Magomedov lands with a short shot to the head.
Magomedov lands with a short shot to the head. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
A hook to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a knee strike.
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov is leaning against Ringnes and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
Magomedov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Magomedov is trying to maintain a safe position but Ringnes gets an underhook and turns Magomedov into the ropes.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
A short right from Magomedov on the inside.
Magomedov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Ringnes blocks it with crossed arms.
Magomedov landing some nice looking knees to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
Ringnes takes a knee right on the jaw!
Magomedov presses Ringnes against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Magomedov pushes Ringnes back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Magomedov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Arild Ringnes 's cut.
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.#R3#
Ringnes misses the shot to the body.
Magomedov lands a jab-cross combination.
Magomedov moves out of range of the strikes.
Magomedov connects with a quick right hand that sends Ringnes tumbling backwards onto the canvas! As his head bounces into the ropes, it doesn't look good for him beating the count! 3,4,5,6,7 and he's up! No, he's back down again! This one is all over - the referee has called off the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Nikolai Magomedov!
Nikolai Magomedov retains his super heavyweight title!

 

Event: H21     
Date:   Oct 21, 2023
#R1#
Schultz misses with an uppercut.
Schultz backing away here, and Ringnes unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#CL#
Schultz gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Ringnes trying to land knees to the body.
Schultz misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've been informed that Ringnes has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Ringnes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
I was talking to Schultz's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Schultz misses with a body punch.
Ringnes doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ringnes .
Schultz lands a left hand.
Ringnes avoids a wild elbow strike from Schultz.
Schultz scores with a shot to the side of Ringnes 's head.
Ringnes blocks an uppercut.
Schultz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Schultz lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
Ringnes blocks an elbow strike.
Schultz lands an elbow that stopped Ringnes in his tracks for a moment.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Schultz lands an elbow inside.
Schultz throws an elbow but it misses.
Schultz pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Schultz has a couple of punches blocked by Ringnes .
Schultz throws an elbow but it's blocked. #T1#
Schultz misses with the head strike.
Schultz blocking some punches.
Ringnes blocks a body shot from Schultz.
Schultz throws an elbow but it misses.
Schultz digs a right hand into Ringnes 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ringnes 's gas tank.
Ringnes takes a shot to the head.
Schultz misses with some punches.
Schultz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Schultz swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Schultz throws a punch but it's blocked by Ringnes .
Schultz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Schultz cracks Ringnes with a nice body shot.
Ringnes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Schultz lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Schultz working aggressively here.
Schultz lands a body punch in the clinch.
Ringnes looks winded!
A right handed body shot lands from Schultz.
Schultz working aggressively here.
Ringnes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Schultz lands a right hand. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Schultz.
Schultz lands a nice elbow.
Schultz pushes off an throws an elbow but Ringnes leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Schultz misses with a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ringnes .
A head punch on the inside from Schultz fails to land.
Schultz scores with a shoulder strike.
Schultz comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Schultz lands a nice elbow.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Schultz. #CUT#That has opened up Arild Ringnes 's cut even more.
Ringnes takes an elbow to the forehead.
Schultz lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Nice elbow from Schultz.
Ringnes swings wildly with an uppercut but Schultz uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ringnes blocking some punches.
Schultz gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Schultz misses with some punches.
Schultz throws a head punch that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hans Schultz dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Arild Ringnes 's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Schultz defending well as Ringnes loads up on a big left hand.
Schultz swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Schultz misses the jab.
Schultz bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ringnes 's head backwards.
Ringnes ducks under a wild hook from Schultz.#CL#
Schultz has Ringnes up against the ropes in a clinch.
Schultz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Schultz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ringnes can do to turn this around?
Schultz throws a punch but it's blocked by Ringnes .
A nice glancing elbow lands by Schultz.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Schultz.
Ringnes struggles to land a body shot inside as Schultz controls his hands.
Schultz lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT#The cut above Arild Ringnes 's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Schultz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Schultz tries to throw a body punch but Ringnes avoids it by throwing Schultz back against the ropes.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Schultz just misses with a elbow thrown towards Ringnes 's brow.
Schultz lands with a short shot to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Schultz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes blocks an elbow strike from Schultz. #T1#
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Schultz throws a head punch that misses.
Schultz throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Schultz creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Ringnes 's defenses.
Still in the clinch, Ringnes scores with a nice short uppercut.
Schultz comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Schultz lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Ringnes misses with some punches.
Hans Schultz has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Schultz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ringnes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Schultz.
Schultz lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
A hook to the body from Schultz.
Ringnes is breathing heavily.
A head punch on the inside from Ringnes fails to land.
A right hand to the body from Schultz.
Schultz blocks an uppercut.
A short body shot lands from Schultz as the two fighters clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Schultz lands a body shot in the clinch.
Schultz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Schultz doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T2#
Schultz tries to work over Ringnes 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Schultz lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Ringnes blocks an elbow strike.
Schultz lands a shot to the body.
Schultz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Still in the clinch, Schultz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Schultz throws a head punch that misses.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Schultz throws an elbow but misses.
Schultz lands a left hand. #CUT#Arild Ringnes 's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Ringnes blocks an uppercut.
Schultz lands an elbow that stopped Ringnes in his tracks for a moment.
Schultz pushes off an throws an elbow but Ringnes leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Schultz lands an elbow inside that Ringnes shrugs off.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Arild Ringnes 's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Hans Schultz!
Hans Schultz decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

 

Event: H17     
Date:   Sep 30, 2023
#R1#
Thibodeaux on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ringnes throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Thibodeaux counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Ringnes throws a right hand that misses
and Thibodeaux counters with a stiff right hand.
Ringnes chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ringnes stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Thibodeaux walks into a stiff left hand from Ringnes .#CUT2#It looks like Imagine Thibodeaux has been cut.
Ringnes misses with a head kick.
Ringnes throws a combination that misses
and Thibodeaux counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ringnes , as that shot connected.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ringnes pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ringnes throws a jab when Thibodeaux was well out of range.
Thibodeaux is looking to counter the offense by Ringnes and move into the clinch.
Ringnes throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T1#
Ringnes throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Thibodeaux connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ringnes looks to land a left hand but Thibodeaux moved out of range nicely.
Thibodeaux is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Thibodeaux avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ringnes scores with a decent looking hook.#KD2#
Ringnes scores with a jab and follows up with an uppercut that drops Thibodeaux to his knees! He bounces straight back to his feet but is forced to take the mandatory standing 8 count before he's allowed to continue. We're back under way and the fighters meet in the middle of the canvas to re-engage.#KD2#
Ringnes scores a knockdown with a big right hand! Thibodeaux beats the count and gets back to his feet. The referee asks him to walk forwards and it appears he is OK so we'll continue the bout.#ROC2#Thibodeaux is rocked!
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!
Thibodeaux avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ringnes missing with a left hand there. Thibodeaux was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ringnes takes a swing at Thibodeaux's ribcage but misses.
Thibodeaux seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Ringnes swings widly with a right hand
enabling Thibodeaux to counter with a crisp jab.
Thibodeaux avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A quick step to the side and Thibodeaux tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T2#
Ringnes is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Thibodeaux.
Ringnes 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.
Thibodeaux moves out of range of the strikes.
Thibodeaux walks into a straight right hand from Ringnes .
Ringnes looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ringnes is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Oh Thibodeaux is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ringnes throws a poor cross that misses
and Thibodeaux counters with a body kick.
Thibodeaux seems to have got his legs back now.
The fighters circling - Ringnes throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Thibodeaux avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Thibodeaux half committed to a counter leg kick.
Nice straight punches there by Ringnes . You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ringnes .
Ringnes throws a leg kick #CL#
and Thibodeaux counters by clinching up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Arild Ringnes will get the nod in that round, having scored multiple knockdowns.
The cut man is working on Imagine Thibodeaux's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Ringnes throws a leg kick but Thibodeaux sees it coming and moves out of range.
Thibodeaux checks the leg kick nicely there.
Thibodeaux is looking to counter the offense by Ringnes and move into the clinch.
Ringnes misses with a body shot.
Thibodeaux seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Ringnes motions for Thibodeaux to come forward. Ringnes throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
As Ringnes backs away, Thibodeaux returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Ringnes throws a looping overhand right but Thibodeaux ducks down to avoid it.
Thibodeaux's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ringnes connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Thibodeaux scrambles back to his feet.
Thibodeaux takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Thibodeaux looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Ringnes tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Thibodeaux is looking to counter punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ringnes dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ringnes is looking to slow Thibodeaux down with leg kicks.
Ringnes misses with a left hand
and Thibodeaux counters with a head kick. #T1#
Thibodeaux ducks under a wild hook from Ringnes .
Jab from Ringnes .
Ringnes tries to score with a low kick but Thibodeaux moves his leg out of the way.
Thibodeaux throws a counter high kick but Ringnes was just alert enough to avoid it.
Ringnes misses the jab.
It looked like Thibodeaux was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Thibodeaux uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ringnes .
A big left from Ringnes misses.
Thibodeaux uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ringnes .
A little feinted left hand from Thibodeaux on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Thibodeaux checks a leg kick.
Ringnes finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ringnes misses with a low kick.
Thibodeaux fires out a quick counter leg kick but Ringnes just manages to avoid it.#T2#
Ringnes connects with the punch.
Thibodeaux avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Thibodeaux is looking to counter the offense by Ringnes and move into the clinch.
Ringnes jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ringnes misses with a looping left.
It looked like Thibodeaux wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Thibodeaux checks the leg kick.
Ringnes misses with a jab to the body
and Thibodeaux counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Arild Ringnes seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ringnes throws a jab but it's blocked by Thibodeaux.
Ringnes scores with a jab to the jaw.
Ringnes misses with a looping left.
Thibodeaux throwing a counter right hand but Ringnes manages to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ringnes is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Arild Ringnes showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Imagine Thibodeaux's cut.
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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Ringnes misses with a right hand
and Thibodeaux counters with a stiff right hand.
Thibodeaux ducks under a wild hook from Ringnes .
Thibodeaux was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Ringnes cracks Thibodeaux with an open hand slap.
Ringnes is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Ringnes misses the target.
Thibodeaux uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ringnes .
It looked like Thibodeaux wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
The fighters circling - Ringnes throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Thibodeaux swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ringnes misses with a series of wild punches.
Thibodeaux swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Thibodeaux takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T1#
Ringnes throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Thibodeaux sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Thibodeaux wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Ringnes looks to land a left hand but Thibodeaux moved out of range nicely.
Ringnes misses with the body kick
letting Thibodeaux counter with a right hand.
Ringnes throws out a loose jab but Thibodeaux uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ringnes lands with a right hand.
Imagine Thibodeaux has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Arild Ringnes is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Ringnes throws a hook but Thibodeaux avoids it easily.
Ringnes slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Ringnes misses with a hook. Thibodeaux ducked under it nicely.
Ringnes misses with a hook to the body
and Thibodeaux counters with a right hand to the body.
Thibodeaux is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Ringnes tried to score with a low kick but Thibodeaux checks it.#T2#
Ringnes misses with a straight left.
Thibodeaux slips a jab from Ringnes .
Thibodeaux was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Thibodeaux ducks under a wild hook from Ringnes .
Thibodeaux was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ringnes tries to land a leg kick but Thibodeaux saw it coming and moves away.
Ringnes misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thibodeaux.
Ringnes throws an overhand right that lands on Thibodeaux's shoulder, as Thibodeaux tries to avoid the shot.
Ringnes looks to land a left hand but Thibodeaux moved out of range nicely.
Thibodeaux tries to counter by clinching up but Ringnes breaks away and moves out of range.
Ringnes connects with a good right hand that stumbles Thibodeaux. Thibodeaux circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thibodeaux blocks a jab.
Ringnes scores with a crisp jab that stopped Thibodeaux in his tracks.

And that's the end of the fight!
Arild Ringnes comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Ringnes winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Luis Engracia scores the fight 25:30
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 25:30
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 25:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Arild Ringnes !

After the big win, Arild Ringnes made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Conquer and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

 

Event: SMASH: Tryastsyn vs Nascimento     
Date:   Sep 17, 2023
#R1#
A big left from Ringnes misses.
Ringnes cracks Beardsley with a good jab.#CUT2#It looks like Peter Beardsley has been cut.
Ringnes looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Beardsley steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ringnes .
Ringnes scores with a nice right hand.
Beardsley looks to land a combination but Ringnes avoids it well.
Ringnes swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Beardsley wants to clinch up but Ringnes keeps it at a distance.
Beardsley ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Beardsley throws an off balance right hand
and Ringnes counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Beardsley walks into a jab.
Nice defenses there by Beardsley.
Ringnes tries a head kick but it misses.
Ringnes misses with a body shot.
Ringnes misses with a looping right.
Ringnes throws a hook but Beardsley avoids it easily.
Beardsley is looking to counter the offense by Ringnes and move into the clinch.#T1#
Beardsley dips to his left and cracks Ringnes with an uppercut!
Ringnes steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Beardsley.
Beardsley throws a lazy right hand but Ringnes sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ringnes looks to throw the jab but Beardsley is out of range.
Ringnes misses with a lunging right hand
and Beardsley counters with a stiff right hand. #CL#
Beardsley clinches.
Beardsley lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nice body punch from Beardsley.
Beardsley struggles to land a body shot inside as Ringnes controls his hands.
Beardsley misses with the head strike.
Beardsley is leaning against Ringnes and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Beardsley avoiding damage as Ringnes throws knees to the body.
Beardsley makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside. #TD#
Beardsley pulls guard effortlessly.
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!#SUB#
Beardsley is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ringnes is aware though and is defending well.#T2#
Ringnes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Beardsley swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Beardsley has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Ringnes should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Beardsley has tightened it up now! Ringnes should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Peter Beardsley!
Peter Beardsley was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

 

Event: SMASH: Obama vs Dankovich     
Date:   Sep 03, 2023
#R1#
Good shot there by Green.
Ringnes throws a right hand that misses
enabling Green to counter with a crisp jab.
Ringnes slips a straight right by Green.
Ringnes appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Ringnes lands a nice shot to the body.
Ringnes misses with the combination.
Ringnes blocks a jab.
A low kick lands for Ringnes .
Green falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Ringnes to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#It looks like Calvin Green has been cut.
Ringnes paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Ringnes misses with a kick to the body.
Ringnes swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Green throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
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!
Green jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ringnes misses with a wild combination.
Ringnes lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Ringnes connects with an inside leg kick.#T1#
Ringnes falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Green to counter with a crisp jab.
Green misses with a wild body shot.
Ringnes looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Ringnes swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Green throws a right and a left that both miss.
An inside leg kick lands from Ringnes .
Ringnes sizes up Green with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Green 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.
Ringnes listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Green misses with a lunging right hand
and Ringnes connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#That has opened up Calvin Green's cut even more.#KD#
Ringnes cracks Green with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Ringnes has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Green to stand back up!#ROC#Green is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Green misses the body punch
and Ringnes counters with a huge right that knocks Green out cold! Ringnes is running around with a crazed look on his face - you can see how much that meant to him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Arild Ringnes !
Arild Ringnes really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Conquer logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: SMASH: Boomer vs Tryastsyn     
Date:   Jul 02, 2023
#R1#
Nice body punch from Ringnes .
Nice defenses there by Ringnes .
A punch lands to the side of Green 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Ringnes fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Green manages to avoid it.
Green throws a series of punches but Ringnes avoids them all with ease.
Ringnes blocks a jab.
Ringnes is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CUT#It looks like Calvin Green has been cut.
Green misses the jab.
Ringnes lands with an uppercut that bounces Green off the cage and back into range.
Green 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.
Green moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Green misses with the combination.
Green waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ringnes .
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Green throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ringnes sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ringnes rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Green moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ringnes drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Ringnes misses with the body kick
and Ringnes takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ringnes with a nice calf kick.
Ringnes throws a nice outside leg kick.
Green throws a series of punches but Ringnes moves out of range. #T1#
Green swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Ringnes counters with a good low kick that Green was not able to check.
Green swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ringnes connects with a crisp jab.
Ringnes dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Green looks winded!#KD#
Ringnes sends Green crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Ringnes is motioning to the referee to let Green up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#CUT#That has opened up Calvin Green's cut even more.
This has been an exciting period of action!
An inside leg kick lands from Ringnes .
Green throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ringnes counters with a huge left! Green is in big trouble! He's backing up but Ringnes isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Green from any more damage. A dominating finish by Ringnes !

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arild Ringnes !
An out of breath and clearly excited Arild Ringnes thanked Conquer for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: SMASH: Frewin vs Sasaki 2     
Date:   Jun 03, 2023
#R1##CL#
Ringnes clinches with his opponent.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Galilei.
Ringnes throws a punch but it's blocked by Galilei.
Galilei wants to get back to striking at distance but Ringnes won't allow it. #BC2#
Galilei escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ringnes moves to clinch but Galilei breaks away
and Galilei makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Ringnes really felt that one!#CL#
Ringnes has Galilei up against the cage in a clinch.
Galilei struggles to land a body shot inside as Ringnes controls his hands.
Ringnes makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside.
Galilei tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Galilei holding his opponent close, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Galilei can't find room to land a body shot as Ringnes controls the action.
Galilei blocks an uppercut.
Galilei lands a body punch in the clinch.
Ringnes cracks Galilei with a nice body shot.
Galilei will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Ringnes up against the cage.#T1#
Galilei swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Galilei scores with a hook to the body.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Galilei.
Galilei misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes tries to land knees in the clinch but Galilei avoids the damage to the body.
Galilei lands with a short shot to the head.
Ringnes throws a punch but it's blocked by Galilei.
Galilei is looking to control Ringnes 's arms but Ringnes gets an underhook and turns him. Now Galilei has his back to the cage.
Ringnes swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Galilei's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nice defenses there by Galilei.
Galilei is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Ringnes with a body shot.
Galilei throws a leg kick which misses Ringnes 's front leg but catches the back leg as Ringnes tries to avoid it.
Ringnes is looking to clinch but Galilei is avoiding it.
Ringnes wants to clinch but Galilei slips to the side
and Galilei connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Galilei swings for the body but Ringnes moves out of range. #T2#
Galilei throws a half hearted mid kick.
A slow jab from Galilei misses its intended target.
Ringnes throws a jab but it's blocked by Galilei.
Galilei tries a head kick but it misses.
Ringnes rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Galilei moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Galilei fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ringnes tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Galilei counters with a nice body shot.
Galilei lands with a good body shot.
Galilei takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A cross from Galilei lands.
Ringnes 's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Galilei connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ringnes scrambles back to his feet.
Ringnes closes the distance but Galilei moves to the side
enabling Galilei to counter with a crisp jab.
Galilei stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ringnes .#T3#
Ringnes uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Galilei.
Ringnes looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Ringnes rushes Galilei and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Galilei manages to break the clinch.
Galilei throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ringnes bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ringnes punishes Galilei's body with a nice straight punch.
Ringnes throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ringnes tries to clinch but Galilei moves out of range.
Ringnes lands a nice shot that snaps Galilei's head back.
Ringnes tries a head kick but it misses.
Ringnes jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A nice side step and Galilei releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Ringnes throws out a loose jab but Galilei uses good head movement to avoid it.
Galilei misses the jab.
Ringnes blocks a head kick by Galilei. #T4#
Nice straight punches there by Galilei. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Galilei.
Galilei thumps Ringnes with a low kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A telegraphed right hand from Ringnes misses the target.
Ringnes throws a lazy right hand but Galilei sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ringnes uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Galilei.
Galilei has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Ringnes connects with a looping right hand.
Galilei throws a leg kick
and Ringnes counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Galilei is lucky that one didn't land flush.
A solid leg kick lands there for Galilei.
A clash of legs there as Galilei blocks the low kick.
Galilei throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ringnes tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Galilei keeps the fight on the outside.
Galilei doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ringnes wants to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Galileo Galilei dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Ringnes tries to close the distance and clinch up but Galilei swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ringnes closes the distance but Galilei moves to the side
and Galilei counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Galilei throws a body shot but no joy.
Ringnes slips a jab from Galilei.
Ringnes throws a head kick that misses.
Ringnes wants to clinch up but Galilei keeps it at a distance.
Arild Ringnes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Galilei fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Galilei slips a straight right by Ringnes .
Galilei has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ringnes cracks Galilei with a good jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A swing and a miss from Galilei.
Ringnes moves to clinch but Galilei breaks away
and Galilei counters with a nice body shot.
Galileo Galilei seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Galilei scores with a jab to the head.
Galilei avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T1#
Galilei circles away from the clinch attempt
and Galilei counters with a nice uppercut.
Galilei is looking to score with low kicks.
Galilei throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ringnes shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Galilei throws a leg kick which misses Ringnes 's front leg but catches the back leg as Ringnes tries to avoid it.
Galilei takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Galilei throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Ringnes .
Ringnes closes the distance looking to clinch
and Galilei counters with a low kick, right behind Ringnes 's knee.
Galilei throws a right and a left that Ringnes avoids nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Ringnes misses the target.
Ringnes blocks a jab.
A quick step to the side and Ringnes tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T2#
Ringnes tries to clinch up but Galilei circles away and keeps his distance.
Ringnes tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Ringnes takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ringnes throws a right hand that misses
and Galilei connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Galilei pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It looked like Ringnes was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Galilei looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Galilei lands a front kick.
Galilei connects with a body shot.
Ringnes slips a jab from Galilei.
Ringnes tries to counter by clinching up but Galilei breaks away and moves out of range.
Galilei is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Ringnes blocks a jab.
Ringnes tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Galilei counters with a straight right hand.
Galilei fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ringnes has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Galilei lands with a good body shot.#T3#
Galilei throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Galilei misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Ringnes to counter with a crisp jab.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ringnes looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ringnes tries to clinch there but Galilei circles away.
Galilei is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Galilei uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ringnes has time to react.
Ringnes keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Galilei.
Ringnes throws a head kick but Galilei moves out of range.
Galilei wants to slow Ringnes down by chopping away at his legs.
A telegraphed right hand from Ringnes misses the target.
Galilei doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Galilei looks to land a right hand but Ringnes moved out of range.
Ringnes fails in his attempt to clinch.
A nice side step and Galilei releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Galilei in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Galilei misses with a straight right. #T4#
Sloppy strikes from Galilei. Those never looked like landing.
Galilei blocks a head kick by Ringnes .
Ringnes tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Galilei manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Galilei looks to land a combination but Ringnes avoids it well.
Ringnes takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A combination from Galilei does no damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ringnes wants to clinch up but Galilei keeps it at a distance.
A countering left hand to the body from Galilei misses.
Ringnes moves out of range as Galilei throws a body kick.
Ringnes tries to clinch but Galilei moves out of range.
Galilei cracks Ringnes with a right hand to the side of the head.
Ringnes wants to clinch up but Galilei keeps it at a distance.
Ringnes takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Galilei looks to land a left hand but Ringnes moved out of range nicely.
Ringnes tries to clinch up
and Galilei counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Galileo Galilei showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Galilei keeps the fight on the outside.
It seemed like Galilei was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Galilei avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Galilei throws out a counter right but Ringnes avoids it with no problem.
Galilei lands a nice hook to Ringnes 's body. Ringnes takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Ringnes closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Galilei feints and then cracks Ringnes 's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Ringnes down.
Ringnes displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Galilei throws out the jab.
Ringnes slips a jab from Galilei.
Galilei throws a sloppy body shot
and Ringnes counters with a left and a right that stings Galilei.
Some bone on bone action there as Galilei checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Ringnes catches Galilei with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Ringnes on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Ringnes wants to clinch.#T1#
Galilei throws a poor cross that misses
and Ringnes cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ringnes moves out of range of the strikes.
Ringnes wants to clinch.
Ringnes takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Ringnes scores with a decent looking hook.
Ringnes is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Galilei misses the jab.
Galilei lands with a shot to the body.
Ringnes lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Galilei looks to score with a jab to the body but Ringnes is just out of range.
Arild Ringnes has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Galilei misses with a straight right.
Ringnes 's jab looks to have found its range, popping Galilei under the eye.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ringnes looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ringnes moves to clinch but Galilei breaks away
and Galilei counters with a nice body kick. #CL#
Ringnes moves into the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ringnes trying to land knees to the body.
Galilei tries to break free but Ringnes pushes him back against the cage.
A bit of stalling here from Galilei.
Galilei tries to stall but Ringnes uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Galilei tries to work over Ringnes 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Galilei goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Galilei.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Galilei.
Galilei can't break the clinch. #T3#
Galilei blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ringnes lands with a short shot to the head.
Ringnes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Galilei has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Ringnes seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Galilei can turn it around.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Galilei.
Ringnes struggles to land a body shot inside as Galilei controls his hands.
Galilei misses with a punch to the body.
Galilei misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Galilei fails to land.
A body shot lands from Galilei.
Galilei lands a nice uppercut.#BC2#
Galilei breaks the clinch.
Ringnes sizes up Galilei with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A jab from Galilei finds it's way through Ringnes 's defenses.
Ringnes steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Galilei.
Ringnes throwing a counter right hand but Galilei manages to avoid it.
Ringnes lands a nice leg kick that just misses Galilei's sensitive parts.
Ringnes lands the left hand.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ringnes has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Galilei.
Galilei ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ringnes moves away.
Galilei checks a leg kick.
Ringnes tries to clinch there but Galilei circles away.
Ringnes fails with an attempt to clinch.
Ringnes pivots, looking for a leg kick but Galilei is out of range and Ringnes settles back down.
Ringnes is looking to clinch.
Ringnes connects with a leg kick.
Ringnes misses with a leg kick
and Ringnes takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Galilei takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Galilei is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ringnes . #KD#
Ringnes sends Galilei crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Ringnes is motioning to the referee to let Galilei up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Galileo Galilei is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#ROC#Galilei is rocked!
Galilei misses with a hook. Ringnes ducked under it nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Arild Ringnes .
Well Galilei has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 28:30
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Galileo Galilei!

Galileo Galilei decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: SMASH: Black Terror vs Boomer     
Date:   May 06, 2023
#R1##TD2#
Maui shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Ringnes 's guard.
Maui seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Ringnes looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ringnes trying to control the position.
Maui sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##SU2#
Maui gets to his feet. Ringnes looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Ringnes throws a body punch but Maui moves out of range.
Ringnes is looking to clinch but Maui is avoiding it.
Arild Ringnes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Maui moves in looking to clinch but Ringnes pushes him off.
Ringnes throws a leg kick
and Maui counters with a straight right hand.
Ringnes swings widly with a right hand
letting Maui counter with a right hand.
Maui tries to clinch but Ringnes moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ringnes . Maui does a little dance to reset his feet.
A nice side step and Maui releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Ringnes changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T2##CL#
Ringnes closes the distance and clinches.
Maui misses with some punches.
A short uppercut from Ringnes .
Ringnes softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Ringnes throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mauis head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ringnes blocking some punches.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ringnes tries to stall but Maui uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Maui has a couple of punches blocked by Ringnes .
Ringnes blocks an uppercut.
Maui pushes Ringnes back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right from Maui.
Maui lands with a right to the head.
Maui lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Ringnes fails to land.
Maui is struggling to control the position.
Maui misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Maui fails to land. #T3#
Ringnes prevents Maui from breaking the clinch.
Maui working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Maui tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Maui misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Maui tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Maui swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Maui lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Maui misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ringnes presses Maui against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Maui.
Maui tries to stall but Ringnes uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Ringnes swings wildly with an uppercut but Maui uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ringnes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Maui misses with the head strike.
Maui leaning his opponent against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Ringnes fails to land. #T4#
Maui tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ringnes tries to work over Maui's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ringnes blocks an uppercut.
Maui has a couple of punches blocked by Ringnes .
Maui swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ringnes scores with a hook to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ringnes tries a body shot but Maui blocks it.
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside.
Ringnes scores with a shot to the side of Maui's head.
Ringnes controlling the action here for a moment.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Maui.
Maui takes a shot to the head.
Maui stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Ringnes scores with a hook to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Raykuza Maui dominated that round.
That's time! Ringnes 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##CL2#
Maui moves into range and clinches up with Ringnes .
Maui tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ringnes 's elbow.
Ringnes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ringnes blocks an uppercut.
Ringnes crunches a lovely knee into Maui's ribcage.
Ringnes throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Maui misses with a punch on the inside.
Ringnes digs a right hand into Maui's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Maui's gas tank.
Ringnes lands with a light punch inside.
Ringnes struggles to land a body shot inside as Maui controls his hands.
Ringnes misses with the head strike.
Maui misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ringnes lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Maui.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ringnes .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ringnes lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Maui has a couple of punches blocked by Ringnes .
Ringnes blocks an uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Ringnes .
Maui is breathing heavily.
A nice left hand lands by Ringnes .
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ringnes doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T1#
Ringnes lands with a short punch from the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ringnes creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Arild Ringnes has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Maui stops a takedown attempt from Ringnes .
Ringnes lands a hook that snaps the head of Maui backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ringnes .
Maui takes a shot to the head.
Ringnes working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Ringnes lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nice body punch from Ringnes .
Ringnes lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ringnes scores with a shoulder strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ringnes works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Ringnes scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Ringnes working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ringnes struggles to land a body shot inside as Maui controls his hands.
Ringnes lands with a light punch inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ringnes creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Ringnes lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Maui backwards. #ROC#Maui is rocked!
Ringnes scores with a hook to the body.
Maui is still on wobbly legs! Can Ringnes finish him?
Ringnes is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Maui is defending well.
Ringnes throws a big uppercut that drops Maui! More strikes from Ringnes and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Maui lies dazed against the cage as Ringnes celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arild Ringnes !
Arild Ringnes gave a mention to Conquer in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
Raykuza Maui spoke after the fight, saying 'There's a reason this guy is a legend, shit like that. There's no shame in losing to that guy. I had fun, i'm sure he did too and so did the fans. I love y'all. I'll be back.'.

 

Event: AFK 87     
Date:   Apr 01, 2023
#R1#
Takano misses with a looping right.
Ringnes fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Takano.
Takano keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ringnes throws a jab but it's blocked by Takano.
Takano missing with a left hand there. Ringnes was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Takano misses with an uppercut
and Ringnes counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Ringnes takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Yoshi Takano seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ringnes fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Takano.
Takano checks a leg kick.
Takano misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Takano is looking to chop away at Ringnes 's legs.
Takano stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ringnes .
Ringnes takes a swing at Takano's ribcage but misses.
Takano is looking to clinch but Ringnes is avoiding it.
Ringnes let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Ringnes tries to work over Takano's front leg with a kick but Takano checks it.
Ringnes tries to score with a low kick but Takano moves his leg out of the way.
Ringnes keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Takano throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ringnes counters with a left and a right that stings Takano.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Takano throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ringnes misses with a combination
and Takano counters with a three punch combo that has Ringnes backing up. Ringnes nods at Takano to acknowledge the strikes.#T1#
A solid leg kick lands there for Takano.
Takano throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ringnes .
A slow jab from Takano misses its intended target.
Ringnes avoids a punch combination nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ringnes ! But no joy.
Ringnes finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ringnes throws a body punch but Takano moves out of range.
Ringnes moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A head kick misses from Takano.
Takano takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ringnes tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Takano was well out of range. Poor timing from Ringnes .
Ringnes thows a left - swing and a miss!
Takano lands with a nice body punch.
Takano pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Takano misses with an uppercut. Ringnes saw that one coming.
Ringnes connects with a solid leg kick.
Ringnes throws a leg kick which misses Takano's front leg but catches the back leg as Takano tries to avoid it.
Arild Ringnes is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ringnes scores with a hook.
Ringnes checks a low kick from Takano.
Takano has been working on his boxing with his coaches at HELLsinki in the buildup to the fight.
Takano tries to clinch up but Ringnes circles away and keeps his distance.
Takano misses with a looping left.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ringnes ! But no joy.
Takano throws a sloppy head kick
and Ringnes counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Takano thinking.
Ringnes lands with a straight right. Takano didn't see that one coming.
Ringnes bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Takano looks to land a right hand but Ringnes moved out of range.
Takano tries to clinch up.
Ringnes fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Takano manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Ringnes pushes Takano up against the ropes in a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Takano's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Ringnes lands a left hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ringnes avoiding damage as Takano throws knees to the body.
A short right from Ringnes .
Takano is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Ringnes is defending well for now.
Ringnes scores with a shot to the side of Takano's head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ringnes .
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Arild Ringnes dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Takano throws a leg kick but Ringnes moved away.
Ringnes attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Ringnes slips a straight right by Takano.
Yoshi Takano is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#KD2#
Ringnes connects with a beautiful left hand that drops Takano onto his butt! Takano bounces straight back up though - he's OK. After the ref checks him out, we're back to the action.
A head kick from Takano lands but Ringnes takes it in his stride.
Takano is starting to get sloppy and is letting his hands down. Ringnes just took advantage and landed a stinging jab. Oh! Now a right hook, right on the button! Takano has gone limp and this one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Arild Ringnes !
After the big win, Arild Ringnes made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Conquer and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

 

Event: AKF 82     
Date:   Feb 18, 2023
#R1#
Dimitrov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ringnes under the eye.#CUT#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
Dimitrov tries to land a body kick
and Ringnes counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ringnes connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT2#It looks like Daniel Dimitrov has been cut.
Dimitrov throws a front kick aimed at Ringnes 's knee but Ringnes avoids it well.
A nice inside leg kick there by Dimitrov. That's going to slow Ringnes down.
Dimitrov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Dimitrov lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Ringnes has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Ringnes and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Ringnes now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Dimitrov scoring well with a low kick there.
Dimitrov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ringnes sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dimitrov walks into a jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Ringnes misses the target.
Ringnes lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ringnes uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dimitrov.
Daniel Dimitrov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dimitrov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Ringnes wants to clinch up but Dimitrov keeps it at a distance.
Dimitrov moves out of range as Ringnes strikes.
Dimitrov throws a sloppy head kick and Ringnes moves out of range easily.
A good leg kick by Ringnes .
Ringnes avoids a kick to the body.
Dimitrov throws a right and a left that both miss.#KD2#
Ringnes closes the distance and scores with a big combo that sends Dimitrov crashing to the mat! Dimitrov uses the ropes to get back to his feet and beat the count. The referee looks concerned but he's going to allow it to continue!
Dimitrov throws a right and a left that both miss.#T1#
Ringnes cracks a nice hook into Dimitrov's ribs.
Dimitrov is breathing heavily.
Ringnes scores with a leg kick.
Dimitrov throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Ringnes fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dimitrov tries to get into range but Ringnes steps to the side and lands a beautiful hook that drops Dimitrov! He's faceplanted into the mat, ass in the air... he's out cold! That's an image he won't want to show his grandkids when he gets older! Ringnes scores the big KO victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Arild Ringnes !
Arild Ringnes made sure to mention his sponsor, Conquer in his post fight interview.

 

Event: AKF 79     
Date:   Feb 04, 2023
#R1##CL#
Magomedov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Ringnes takes a knee to the side of the body.
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
Magomedov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards. #BC2#
Ringnes escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jab from Magomedov.
Magomedov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Magomedov misses with the combination.
Magomedov tries to clinch but Ringnes is having none of it.
Ringnes moves out of range as Magomedov strikes.
Ringnes uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magomedov.
A big right from Magomedov misses.
A nice combination there by Magomedov. #CUT#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ringnes doesn't seem bothered though.
Ringnes throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magomedov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ringnes scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Magomedov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ringnes .#CL#
Magomedov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T1#
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Magomedov throws a knee to the head but misses.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Magomedov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Ringnes tries to circle away but Magomedov has him pinned against the ropes.
Magomedov putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Ringnes in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Magomedov scores a nice knee to the body.
Ringnes looks winded!
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Ringnes 's ribcage. Ringnes let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Magomedov tries a knee to the head but Ringnes blocks it.
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a nice uppercut.
Ringnes tries to break the clinch but Magomedov is controlling the position.
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Magomedov.
A knee to the head by Magomedov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov has Ringnes pressed against the ropes, preventing Ringnes from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T2#
Magomedov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards. #BC#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ringnes 's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Magomedov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ringnes scrambles back to his feet.
Magomedov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ringnes .#KD#
Magomedov cracks Ringnes with a left hand that drops him to the canvas, up against the ropes! Can Ringnes get back up in time? 3, 4, 5, 6, 7... he's on one knee... 8, 9... he's up! 'Walk towards me' says the referee. Ringnes looks steady enough to continue so we're going to continue!
Magomedov throws a series of punches but Ringnes moves out of range.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch but Ringnes swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #KD#
Ringnes walks into a straight right hand and goes down! Magomedov rushes to a neutral corner so the count doesn't get delayed but Ringnes has made it back to his feet on 5. He's OK so we're back to the action.#ROC#Ringnes is rocked!
A nice inside leg kick there by Ringnes . That's going to slow Magomedov down.
Ringnes walks into a picture perfect straight right hand from Magomedov! He's gone down face first to the canvas, unconscious before he even hit the floor! Ohhhh. My. Goodness! That boys and girls was a beautiful knockout! Give that man a biscuit!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nikolai Magomedov!
Nikolai Magomedov retains his super heavyweight title!

 

Event: AKF FN 400     
Date:   Jan 13, 2023
#R1#
Knox throws out a powerful jab.
Knox misses with a hook.
Ringnes moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Knox tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Knox missing with a left hand there. Ringnes was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
As Knox tries to get set, Ringnes tries to push him back and clinch up but Knox manages to avoid the attempt.
Ringnes swings for the body but Knox moves out of range.
Knox scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ringnes in his tracks.
Ringnes with the inside leg kick.
Ringnes keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ringnes defending well as Knox loads up on a big left hand.
Ringnes just misses with a punch to the body. #CL2#
Knox clinches with his opponent.
Knox misses with a hook to the ribs.
Knox working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Knox tries a body shot but Ringnes blocks it.
Knox misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ringnes lands a hook that snaps the head of Knox backwards.
Knox throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Ringnes pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Knox looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Ringnes keeps the fight on the outside.
Knox tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ringnes was well out of range. Poor timing from Knox.#T1#
Ringnes tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Knox is able to avoid easily.
Ringnes cracks Knox with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Ringnes throws a chopping leg kick but Knox manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Knox lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Knox takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Knox throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A left and a right from Ringnes both land. Nice combination. #CUT#It looks like Riley Knox has been cut.
Ringnes slips a jab and a cross from Knox.
Ringnes catches Knox with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Knox misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Knox lands a jab to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Knox throws a sloppy head kick and Ringnes moves out of range easily.
Ringnes tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Knox was well out of range. Poor timing from Ringnes .
Knox lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Ringnes moves out of range as Knox strikes.#KD#
Ringnes lands a big head kick that sends Knox tumbling to the mat! Ringnes takes a step backwards and waves Knox back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Knox misses with a body kick.
Knox tries to land a front kick but Ringnes steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Ringnes throws a front kick aimed at Knox's knee but Knox avoids it well.
Knox connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T2#
Ringnes circles away from the clinch attempt.
Knox pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ringnes quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Ringnes takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Ringnes looks to score with a jab to the body but Knox is just out of range.#CL2#
Knox moves into the clinch successfully.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Ringnes creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Ringnes can't break the clinch.
Knox lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ringnes or not. #BC#
Ringnes manages to break the clinch.
Knox tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Knox looks to land a right hand but Ringnes moved out of range.
Ringnes misses with an uppercut.
Knox loads up on a big right hand but Ringnes slips the punch.
Ringnes takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Nice uppercut lands for Knox. That snapped Ringnes 's head back.
Ringnes lands a leg kick that knocks Knox off balance momentarily.
Knox throws out a loose jab but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Knox dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Riley Knox will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Riley Knox's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Ringnes misses with the combination.
Knox lands a nice shot to the body. #CL2#
Ringnes tries to keep at a distance but Knox has taken the fight into the clinch.
Knox tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ringnes 's elbow.
Knox is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Ringnes is keeping busy.
Ringnes working aggressively here.
Ringnes has had enough of the clinch but Knox keeps him there for the moment.
Knox struggles to land a body shot inside as Ringnes controls his hands.
Ringnes looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Knox scores with a shoulder strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knox can't find room to land a body shot as Ringnes controls the action.
Knox lands with a short shot to the head.
Knox lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Ringnes is trying to push Knox away but Knox has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
A short uppercut from Knox.
Knox has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Ringnes seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Knox can turn it around.
Knox lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A body shot lands from Knox.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Knox lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards. #T1#
Knox lands a body shot.
Knox lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Knox.
Knox misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ringnes is trying to push Knox away but Knox has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Knox keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Ringnes 's efforts to push away.
Knox throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ringnes s head.
Knox lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Knox lands a knee to the head.
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside.
Knox pushes Ringnes back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Knox working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Knox. #ROC2#Ringnes is rocked!
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!
Knox lands a body shot in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Knox.
Oh Ringnes is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Knox unloads a knee to the mid-section. Ringnes lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Ringnes seems to have got his legs back now.
Knox has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Knox lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Knox tries to stall but Ringnes uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Knox scores with a hook to the body.
Knox with an attempt at a knee that misses. #T2#
A right hook to the body lands for Knox.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Knox creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Knox.
Knox softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Knox lands with a light punch inside.
Knox has Ringnes pressed against the ropes, preventing Ringnes from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside.
Knox lands a shoulder strike.
Riley Knox seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A nice right hand lands inside from Knox.
A left hand lands to the body for Knox.
Knox lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Knox leaning his opponent against the ropes.
Knox lands a hook to the side of the head.
Knox blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Knox pushes Ringnes back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ringnes wants to get back to striking at distance but Knox won't allow it.
Knox lands with a right to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Knox creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Knox working some nice short punches in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Riley Knox showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Riley Knox's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Knox drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Ringnes right on the button. Ringnes goes down! Knox follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Knox gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Riley Knox!
Our winner, Riley Knox, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: AFK 74     
Date:   Dec 10, 2022
#R1#
Doomclaw misses with an uppercut. Ringnes saw that one coming.
Ringnes defending well as Doomclaw loads up on a big left hand.
A little feinted left hand from Ringnes on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Doomclaw misses with an uppercut.
Ringnes slips a jab and a cross from Doomclaw.
Ringnes throws a quick counter head kick but Doomclaw was just out of range.
Doomclaw avoids the head kick by Ringnes .
Ringnes tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Doomclaw misses with an uppercut.
Ringnes quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Ringnes misses the jab.
Ringnes throws a leg kick that is checked
and Doomclaw counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Doomclaw misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nice jab there from Doomclaw.
Ringnes blocks a jab.
Doomclaw connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Doomclaw throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ringnes sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Doomclaw connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
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!
Ringnes scores with a one two! Doomclaw had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Doomclaw connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ringnes 's hands.
Doomclaw scores with the left hand. Ringnes knows he should have avoided that one.
Ringnes moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Doomclaw is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#T1#
Doomclaw pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nice body punch from Ringnes .
Doomclaw avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Doomclaw gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Ringnes .
An inside leg kick lands from Ringnes .
Doomclaw pivots, looking for a leg kick but Ringnes is out of range and Doomclaw settles back down.
Ringnes tried to counter with a leg kick but Doomclaw avoided it.#KD#
Ringnes lands a front kick to the face, that drops Doomclaw to the canvas! Is he dazed or just shocked? He's back to his feet and the referee is going to allow him to continue the fight!
Grivnindal Doomclaw seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
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!
Ringnes slips under a jab from Doomclaw.
Ringnes misses with a straight left.
Ringnes tries to work over Doomclaw's front leg with a kick but Doomclaw checks it.
Doomclaw misses the shot to the body.
Doomclaw misses with a straight left.
Some bone on bone action there as Doomclaw checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Ringnes 's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Doomclaw connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ringnes scrambles back to his feet.
Ringnes moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A slapping leg kick lands for Doomclaw.
Ringnes throws a quick inside leg kick.
Ringnes keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Doomclaw.
Doomclaw misses with a low kick.#T2#
Ringnes slips a jab from Doomclaw.
Doomclaw is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Ringnes had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Ringnes throws a looping overhand right but Doomclaw ducks down to avoid it.
Ringnes takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ringnes looks to throw the jab but Doomclaw is out of range.
Doomclaw motions for Ringnes to come forward. Doomclaw throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Doomclaw works Ringnes 's body with a nice hook.
Doomclaw throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Doomclaw scores with a nice head shot.
Doomclaw misses with a lunging right hand #CL#
and Ringnes counters by clinching up.
A short uppercut from Ringnes . #BC#
Ringnes breaks from the clinch.
Ringnes catches Doomclaw napping and cracks him with a perfect head kick! Doomclaw goes down! He's bigtime hurt! He's not going to make it back to his feet - the referee has called it off! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Arild Ringnes !
Arild Ringnes gave a mention to Conquer in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: AKF 71 - Starting Over     
Date:   Nov 12, 2022
#R1#
Ringnes tries to land a leg kick but Waldron saw it coming and moves away.
Ringnes takes a swing at Waldron's ribcage but misses.
Waldron 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.
Ringnes 's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Waldron connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ringnes scrambles back to his feet.
Waldron throws out a loose jab but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ringnes finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Waldron tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ringnes looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A big right from Ringnes misses.
A nice leg kick from Ringnes , right into the meat of the thigh.
A slow jab from Waldron misses its intended target.
Ringnes closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ringnes tries to work over Waldron's front leg with a kick but Waldron checks it.
Ringnes throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A low kick from Ringnes is predictable there
and Waldron counters with a thumping low kick. #CL#
Ringnes has Waldron up against the ropes in a clinch.
Waldron lands a body shot. #T1#
Ringnes is looking to break free of the clinch but Waldron has double underhooks. #BC#
Ringnes escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Waldron gets tackled into the ropes by Ringnes . Ringnes maintains the clinch.
Ringnes avoids the elbow strike from Waldron, against the ropes.
Waldron throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Ringnes is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Waldron blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ringnes pushes Waldron back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Come on Waldron - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Waldron misses with a punch to the body.
Ringnes avoids a wild elbow strike from Waldron.#BC#
Ringnes escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Waldron takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Ringnes fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Waldron.
Waldron stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ringnes .
Waldron fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T2#
An inside leg kick lands from Ringnes .
Waldron misses with a leg kick #CL#
and Ringnes counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Ringnes .
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ringnes misses with a hook from the clinch.
Waldron lands an elbow inside that Ringnes shrugs off.
Ringnes blocks an elbow strike.
Waldron blocks an uppercut.
Waldron using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Ringnes has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Ringnes working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Waldron tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ringnes 's elbow.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Waldron just misses with a elbow thrown towards Ringnes 's brow.
A hook to the body from Waldron.
Waldron is working Ringnes over against the ropes.
Ringnes is breathing heavily.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Ringnes throws a head punch that misses.
A hook to the body from Waldron.
Waldron misses with an elbow strike.
Waldron lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Arild Ringnes will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Waldron avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Waldron tries to clinch there but Ringnes circles away.
Waldron lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ringnes at a distance.
Ringnes throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ringnes tries to land a leg kick but Waldron saw it coming and moves away.
Ringnes backing away here, and Waldron unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Ringnes tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Waldron chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A low kick from Ringnes misses
and Waldron counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A swing and a miss from Ringnes .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Ringnes darts in and clinches Waldron up against the ropes.#BC#
Ringnes escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ringnes has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Waldron finds it's way round the side to connect with Ringnes 's head.
Waldron tries to land a front kick but Ringnes steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Waldron misses with a body kick.#T1#
Waldron ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ringnes moves away.
Waldron tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ringnes swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ringnes looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Ringnes scores with a hook to the body. Waldron takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Arild Ringnes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Waldron connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Waldron tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Ringnes throws a sloppy body shot
and Waldron counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Waldron scores with a nice right hand.
Ringnes walks into a straight right hand from Waldron.
Ringnes connects with a crisp jab.
An inside leg kick lands from Waldron. #CL#
Ringnes moves into range and clinches up with Waldron.#BC#
Ringnes pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Waldron moves out of range of the leg kick from Ringnes .
Johnny Waldron seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Waldron checks a leg kick.
Waldron throws a counter combo.
Waldron blocks a low kick nicely.
Waldron throws out a counter right but Ringnes avoids it with no problem.
Ringnes connects with a solid leg kick.
A low kick lands for Ringnes .
Ringnes throws a low kick but it's checked well by Waldron.
Waldron keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ringnes swings widly with a right hand #CL2#
and Waldron counters by moving into the clinch.
Waldron tries a knee to the head but Ringnes blocks it. #BC#
Ringnes breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
An inside leg kick from Ringnes misses.
Ringnes with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Waldron to score with a decent uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Waldron.#CL2#
Waldron moves into the clinch.#BC#
Ringnes breaks from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Johnny Waldron will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Jab from Ringnes .
Ringnes connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Waldron works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CUT2#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
Ringnes thows a leg kick but Waldron checks it
and Waldron counters with a body kick. #CL#
Ringnes moves into the clinch.
Ringnes takes a shot to the head.
Ringnes lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Waldron lands a nice elbow.
Waldron misses with a knee to the head.
Waldron taking a breather.
Waldron scores with a knee to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Waldron with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Waldron lands with a light punch inside.
Ringnes swings wildly with an uppercut but Waldron uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ringnes blocks an elbow strike from Waldron.
Ringnes is trying to force a seperation but Waldron has the dominant position.#BC#
Ringnes breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Ringnes keeps the fight on the outside.
Ringnes connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Ringnes throws out a leg kick but Waldron moves out of range and Ringnes only half commits.
Waldron connects with a looping right hand.
Ringnes scores with a body shot. #CL2#
Waldron moves into range and clinches up with Ringnes .
Waldron creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Waldron softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Waldron misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Ringnes pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A shot to the body from Ringnes misses
and Waldron counters with a right hand to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ringnes misses with a kick to the body.
Ringnes misses with a left hand
and Waldron counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A punch combination from Waldron misses. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ringnes has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Waldron.
Waldron tries a head kick but it misses.
Ringnes is looking to score with low kicks.#CL#
Ringnes moves into range and clinches up with Waldron.
Ringnes lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Waldron tries a body shot but Ringnes blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Ringnes fails to land.
Waldron content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Waldron lands a knee to the head.
Ringnes has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Ringnes wants to break free but Waldron has control.
Waldron lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ringnes misses with some punches.
Ringnes can't break the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Waldron.
Ringnes has a couple of punches blocked by Waldron.

And that's the end of the fight!
Johnny Waldron comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Waldron has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Johnny Waldron!

 

Event: AKF FN | Japan     
Date:   Oct 07, 2022
#R1#
Ringnes uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Eureka.
As Eureka backs away, Ringnes returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Eureka throws a big shot that misses.#CL#
Ringnes closes the distance and clinches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ringnes .
Ringnes lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Eureka backwards. #CUT#It looks like Skipper Eureka has been cut.
Ringnes throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Eurekas head.
Eureka is trying to break the clinch but Ringnes has him pressed against the ropes.
Eureka is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Ringnes is keeping busy.
Ringnes lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Eureka is trying to break free.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Eureka has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Ringnes blocks a body shot from Eureka.
Eureka can't break the clinch.
Ringnes lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Eureka tries to break the clinch but Ringnes is controlling the position.
Eureka wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #T1#
Ringnes keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Eureka's efforts to push away.
Eureka is trying to break the clinch but Ringnes has him pressed against the ropes.
Ringnes lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Eureka backwards.
A frustrated look appears on Eureka's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Eureka can't break the clinch.
Eureka working hard to break the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Ringnes .
Ringnes scores with a shot to the side of Eureka's head.
Eureka told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
A short right from Ringnes on the inside.
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside. #KD#
Ringnes creates a bit of space and cracks Eureka with an uppercut that drops him to the canvas! Eureka is wobbled and seems to be struggling to get back to his feet. 3,4,5. He's up! Phew, his manager will be relieved but they're no doubt wondering whether he'll be able to recover properly and get back in the fight!#ROC#Eureka is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ringnes fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Eureka looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#CL#
Ringnes clinches.
Ringnes scores with a hook to the body.
Eureka looks winded!
Ringnes cracks Eureka with a big uppercut, right up the middle and Eureka goes down! Oh, he's hurt! He's bigtime hurt! The referee is giving him a chance to get back to his feet - 4,5,6,7, no, he's called it off! Eureka wasn't going to make it and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Arild Ringnes !
Arild Ringnes took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY for their support in the buildup to the fight.

 

Event: AKF 67 | Beukeboom vs. Knox     
Date:   Sep 10, 2022
#R1#
Ringnes blocks a low kick nicely.#KD2#
Dimitrov lands with a right, followed by a left to the temple and Ringnes goes down! The ref sends Dimitrov to a neutral corner so he can begin the count. 3,4,5,6 and Ringnes is back to his feet. He seems a little groggy but the referee thinks he's OK to continue, so we're back to the action!#CUT2#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
Dimitrov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dimitrov throws a sloppy head kick and Ringnes moves out of range easily.
Dimitrov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Dimitrov jabs Ringnes right on the nose. Ringnes blinks but takes it well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dimitrov throws a jab but it's blocked by Ringnes .
Dimitrov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Ringnes tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Dimitrov manages to circle out of the way.
Ringnes slips under a jab.
Dimitrov throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A combination from Dimitrov does no damage.
Dimitrov misses with a low kick.
Dimitrov lands a jab to Ringnes 's midsection.
Ringnes throws a quick inside leg kick.
Ringnes lands with a straight right. Dimitrov didn't see that one coming.#CUT#It looks like Daniel Dimitrov has been cut.
Dimitrov misses with a low kick.
Dimitrov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Dimitrov tries to bum rush Ringnes with a series of wild strikes but Ringnes uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Crunch! Ringnes slams his shin into Dimitrov's torso.#CL#
Ringnes pushes Dimitrov up against the ropes in a clinch.
Dimitrov blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Ringnes misses with some punches.
Ringnes misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dimitrov lands with a light punch inside.
Dimitrov blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Dimitrov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ringnes tries to clinch up.
Ringnes doesn't manage to clinch there - Dimitrov circles away.
Dimitrov throws a right and a left that Ringnes avoids nicely.
Ringnes tries to counter by clinching up but Dimitrov breaks away and moves out of range.
Dimitrov misses with a few strikes there.
Ringnes seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#CL#
Ringnes moves into the clinch.
Ringnes lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dimitrov backwards.
Dimitrov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Ringnes lands a shoulder strike.
Ringnes throws a head punch that misses.
A short body shot lands from Ringnes as the two fighters clinch.
Ringnes lands a shoulder strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ringnes .
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A left hand lands to the body for Ringnes . #T2##BC2#
Dimitrov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dimitrov misses with a body shot.
Dimitrov throws a head kick that misses.
Dimitrov is looking to clinch but Ringnes is avoiding it. #CL#
Ringnes closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Ringnes lands an uppercut.
Ringnes lands with a right to the head.
A short right from Ringnes .
Dimitrov is trying to force a seperation but Ringnes has the dominant position.
Nice body punch from Ringnes - that landed with a thud.
Dimitrov looks winded!
Dimitrov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Ringnes lands a nice shot to the body.
Good body shot from Ringnes .
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
A left hand lands to the body for Ringnes .
Ringnes softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Ringnes lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Ringnes lands a shoulder strike.
Dimitrov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Having scored a knockdown, Daniel Dimitrov should take round 1, putting pressure on his opponene back strong in round 2.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Dimitrov swats away the attempt to clinch by Ringnes .
Ringnes checks a leg kick.
Ringnes tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Dimitrov manages to circle out of the way.#CL#
Ringnes moves into range and clinches up with Dimitrov.
Dimitrov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ringnes .
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dimitrov.
A head punch on the inside from Ringnes fails to land.
A left hand lands to the body for Ringnes . #BC#
Ringnes breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Ringnes instigates a clinch.
Ringnes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Ringnes fails to land.
Ringnes working aggressively here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Dimitrov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A nice leg kick lands there from Ringnes .
Dimitrov misses with a combination #CL#
and Ringnes counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Ringnes .
Ringnes tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Arild Ringnes has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Ringnes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ringnes . #T1#
Ringnes digs a right hand into Dimitrov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Dimitrov's gas tank.
Dimitrov is breathing heavily.
Ringnes swings wildly with an uppercut but Dimitrov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dimitrov tries to throw a body punch but Ringnes avoids it by throwing Dimitrov back against the ropes.
Ringnes pushes Dimitrov back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
A short right from Ringnes .
Dimitrov takes a shot to the head.
Ringnes can't find room to land a body shot as Dimitrov controls the action. #BC2#
Dimitrov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dimitrov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Ringnes checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Ringnes is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Dimitrov.
Ringnes is looking to clinch.
Despite the aggression on Dimitrov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#CL#
Ringnes forces Dimitrov back against the ropes and clinches.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside.
Ringnes makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ringnes on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #BC2#
Dimitrov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ringnes looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dimitrov misses with a double jab #CL#
and Ringnes counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #T2#
Ringnes has a couple of punches blocked by Dimitrov.
Dimitrov tries to break free but Ringnes pushes him back against the ropes.
Dimitrov misses with a punch on the inside.
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!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ringnes .
Ringnes lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ringnes tries to throw a body punch but Dimitrov avoids it by throwing Ringnes back against the ropes.
Ringnes working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Dimitrov is trying to maintain a safe position but Ringnes gets an underhook and turns Dimitrov into the ropes.
Dimitrov lands a right hand.
Dimitrov is trying to maintain a safe position but Ringnes gets an underhook and turns Dimitrov into the ropes.
Good body shot from Ringnes .
Ringnes struggles to land a body shot inside as Dimitrov controls his hands.
Ringnes makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Dimitrov swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dimitrov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes throws a head punch that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Arild Ringnes dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Ringnes connects with an inside leg kick.
Donk. Ringnes catches Dimitrov right on the button with a cross.
Dimitrov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ringnes .
Dimitrov misses with a few strikes there.
A telegraphed right hand from Dimitrov misses the target.
Daniel Dimitrov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Ringnes rushes Dimitrov and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Dimitrov misses with the head strike.
Dimitrov lands an elbow inside.
A frustrated look appears on Dimitrov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Dimitrov throws an elbow but it misses.
Dimitrov working aggressively here.
Ringnes lands a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ringnes digs a right hand into Dimitrov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Dimitrov's gas tank.
Ringnes lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dimitrov backwards. #CUT#That has opened up Daniel Dimitrov's cut even more.#BC2#
Dimitrov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Dimitrov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dimitrov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ringnes .
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Good leg kick by Ringnes .
Dimitrov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ringnes .#T1##CL#
Ringnes has managed to clinch.
You can see that Dimitrov has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes cracks Dimitrov with a big uppercut, right up the middle and Dimitrov goes down! Oh, he's hurt! He's bigtime hurt! The referee is giving him a chance to get back to his feet - 4,5,6,7, no, he's called it off! Dimitrov wasn't going to make it and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:16 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Arild Ringnes !
After the big win, Arild Ringnes made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors HELLS BALLS RECOVERY and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

 

Event: AKF 63 | Scorpion vs. Whok     
Date:   Aug 06, 2022
#R1#
Diego moves in looking to clinch but Ringnes pushes him off.
Diego looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Diego pushes Ringnes up against the ropes in a clinch.
Diego misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Ringnes fails to land.
Ringnes has a couple of punches blocked by Diego.
A head punch on the inside from Diego fails to land.
Still in the clinch, Ringnes scores with a nice short uppercut.
Diego lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ringnes lands with a left to the head.
Diego misses with the head strike.
Ringnes 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ringnes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ringnes scores with a shot to the side of Diego's head.
Diego tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Diego throws a head punch that misses.
Ringnes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Diego misses with some punches.
Ringnes lands a left hand that snaps the head of Diego backwards.
Ringnes prevents a body shot from Diego.
Diego tries a body shot but Ringnes blocks it.
Ringnes misses with the head strike. #T1#
Ringnes working aggressively here.
Ringnes misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Ringnes fails to land. #BC#
Diego breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Diego looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Ringnes throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Diego uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ringnes .
Diego closes the distance but Ringnes moves to the side
and Ringnes counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ringnes throws an overhand right that lands on Diego's shoulder, as Diego tries to avoid the shot.
Diego tries to clinch up but Ringnes circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A nice right hand lands inside from Diego.
Diego misses with a body punch.
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Diego throws a head punch that misses.
Diego misses with a punch to the body.
Diego prevents Ringnes from breaking the clinch.#T2#
Diego lands with a right to the head.
Diego blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Diego misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ringnes swings wildly with an uppercut but Diego uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short right from Diego on the inside.
Diego lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short right from Diego.
Diego blocking some punches.
Diego pushes Ringnes back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Diego lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Diego misses with some punches.
Ringnes misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ringnes prevents a body shot from Diego.
Ringnes lands with a short shot to the head.
Diego misses with a punch to the body.
Diego lands a body punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Diego working aggressively here.
Diego throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ringnes s head.
Diego working aggressively here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Draughn Diego dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Ringnes throws out a loose jab but Diego uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL#
Diego rushes Ringnes and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Draughn Diego has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Diego digs a right hand into Ringnes 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ringnes 's gas tank.
Diego is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Ringnes lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Diego backwards.
Diego misses with a body punch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Diego.
Diego pushes Ringnes back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ringnes lands a good knee to the midsection. Diego won't want to take too many of those.
Diego tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ringnes 's elbow.
Still in the clinch, Diego scores with a nice short uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Diego.
A short right from Diego on the inside.
A short right from Diego.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Diego can't find room to land a body shot as Ringnes controls the action.
Diego lands a nice shot to the body.
Diego tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ringnes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Diego doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T1#
Ringnes blocks a body shot from Diego.
Diego is working Ringnes over against the ropes.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Diego.
Ringnes lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Diego lands a right hand.
Diego blocks an uppercut.
Diego throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ringnes s head.
Diego lands a body shot in the clinch.
Ringnes is breathing heavily.
Diego lands with a short shot to the head.
Diego stalls.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Ringnes is trying to break the clinch but Diego is controlling him.
Diego scores with a shot to the side of Ringnes 's head.
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside.
Diego swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Diego blocks an uppercut.
Diego misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Diego lands with a light punch inside. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Diego lands with a right to the head.
Diego lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Diego lands a body punch in the clinch.
Diego tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ringnes 's elbow.
Diego is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ringnes can do to turn this around?#BC#
Diego breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Diego lands with a shot to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Diego. That snapped Ringnes 's head back.
Diego moves out of range as Ringnes strikes.
Diego tries to clinch but Ringnes moves out of range.
Diego displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ringnes throws out the jab. #CL#
Diego gets a clinch.
Diego fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Diego tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ringnes 's elbow.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Diego's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Diego pushes Ringnes back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ringnes blocks an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Draughn Diego dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Nice defenses there by Ringnes .
Arild Ringnes has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL#
Diego closes the distance and clinches.
Diego lands with a short shot to the head.
Diego working aggressively here.
Diego has a couple of punches blocked by Ringnes .
Ringnes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Diego.
Ringnes throws a punch but it's blocked by Diego. #BC#
Diego manages to break the clinch.
Ringnes misses with a two punch combination.
Diego throws a leg kick which misses Ringnes 's front leg but catches the back leg as Ringnes tries to avoid it.
A shot to the liver by Diego. Beautiful body shot.
Ringnes tries a low kick but Diego avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ringnes turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Diego misses with a leg kick.
A little jabbing left from Ringnes on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Diego wants to clinch up but Ringnes keeps it at a distance.
Diego steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ringnes .
Diego lands a slapping body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ringnes moves out of range of the body kick from Diego. #T1#
Diego fails with an attempt to clinch.
Ringnes misses with a hook. Diego ducked under it nicely.
Diego wants to clinch.
Diego lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Ringnes connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Diego tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ringnes pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nice body kick there by Diego.#CL#
Diego has managed to clinch.
Ringnes lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Diego displaying some good clinch control by pressing Ringnes up against the ropes.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ringnes . #T2#
Diego misses with a body punch.
Diego misses with a body punch.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Diego goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ringnes lands with a right to the head.
Diego fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Diego lands an uppercut.
Diego lands a hook to the side of the head.
Diego swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ringnes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Diego creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right from Ringnes .
Ringnes lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes has a couple of punches blocked by Diego.
Ringnes scores with a shot to the side of Diego's head.
Draughn Diego is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Draughn Diego.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Diego, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Draughn Diego!

Post fight, an emotional Draughn Diego said '(Mark Hunt voice)I�d like to say first off thank you to my Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.. Yeah I wanted to knock him out, no patty cake bullsheet for me mate. Good opponent tho, props to him, there�s just not many people who can handle me mate.'.

 

Event: AKF 60 | Obama vs. Ringnes     
Date:   Jul 16, 2022
#R1#
Obama attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Obama lands a jab to the head.
Ringnes lands a lovely overhand right.
Obama scores with a body shot.
Obama tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ringnes was well out of range. Poor timing from Obama.
Obama tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Ringnes is able to avoid easily.
Obama attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Ringnes ducks under a wild hook from Obama.
Obama lands a head kick!
Obama bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Obama swings for the body but Ringnes moves out of range.
Obama misses with a head kick.
Ringnes avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Obama uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ringnes has time to react.
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!
A big left from Obama misses.
Obama waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ringnes .
Ringnes walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Obama checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #T1#
Ringnes takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ringnes misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Obama gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Ringnes .
A slow jab from Obama misses its intended target.
Obama waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ringnes .
Ringnes misses the jab.
Obama misses the jab.
Ringnes thows a left - swing and a miss!
Obama is looking to counter punch.
Ringnes throws a quick inside leg kick.
Obama looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Obama misses with a hook. Ringnes ducked under it nicely.
Obama scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Obama throws a body shot but no joy.
A swing and a miss from Ringnes .
Obama lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Ringnes avoids the body shot from Obama.
Arild Ringnes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Obama fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ringnes manages to avoid it.
Ringnes is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Obama throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T2#
Obama throws a body shot but no joy.
Ringnes wants to counter the offense by Obama and move into the clinch position.
Obama connects with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Obama misses with an uppercut. Ringnes saw that one coming.
Obama checks a low kick from Ringnes .
Ringnes slips under a jab.
Ringnes throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ringnes throws a series of punches but Obama avoids them all with ease.
Ringnes ducks under a wild hook from Obama.
Ringnes on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Ringnes jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ringnes misses with a hook.
Ringnes is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Obama.
Obama tries to land a front kick but Ringnes steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Obama throws a body shot but no joy.
Ringnes uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Obama checks a leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Obama dominated that 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.#R2#
Ringnes lunges at Obama with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Obama's hand.
Obama with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Ringnes to score with a decent uppercut.
Ringnes misses with a low kick.
Obama is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ringnes can do to turn this around?
Obama throws a right hand that Ringnes ducks under and follows up with a left that Ringnes also avoids with ease.
That kick from Obama tenderised Ringnes 's leg. Ringnes is trying to keep his angry face on.
Obama throws a right hand that Ringnes ducks under and follows up with a left that Ringnes also avoids with ease.
Ringnes appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#KD2#
Ringnes scores a knockdown with a big right hand! Obama beats the count and gets back to his feet. The referee asks him to walk forwards and it appears he is OK so we'll continue the bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ringnes wants to clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Obama. Ringnes does a little dance to reset his feet.
Obama scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A head kick misses from Obama.
Obama changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Obama walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Obama throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. #T1#
A cross from Ringnes lands.
Ringnes fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ringnes lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Ringnes swings widly with a right hand
enabling Obama to counter with a crisp jab.
Obama throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ringnes lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Obama throws an off balance right hand
and Ringnes counters with a slapping leg kick.
Obama lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Obama takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Obama with a hook.
Ringnes loads up on a big right hand but Obama slips the punch.
Obama fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ringnes manages to avoid it.
Ringnes is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Obama lands a right hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ringnes on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Ringnes walks into a stiff left hand from Obama.
A swing and a miss from Obama.#T2#
Obama lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Ringnes ducks right into an uppercut from Obama.
Obama avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL#
Obama moves into the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Obama.
Obama digs a right hand underneath Ringnes 's ribcage. Ringnes let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Obama tries to throw a body punch but Ringnes avoids it by throwing Obama back against the ropes.
Obama fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside.
Ringnes being controlled against the ropes.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ringnes .
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ringnes working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Obama swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ringnes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice left hand lands by Ringnes .
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Arild Ringnes takes that one, thanks to the knockdown.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Ringnes throws a shot from downtown. Obama moves away and avoids it.
Obama tests Ringnes 's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CUT#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
Obama defending well as Ringnes loads up on a big left hand.
Obama connects with a body shot.
Ringnes throws an off balance right hand
and Obama counters with a good low kick that Ringnes was not able to check. #CL#
Obama has closed the distance and engaged Ringnes in a clinch.
Obama tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Obama struggles to land a body shot inside as Ringnes controls his hands.
Obama is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Ringnes lands a right hand.
Ringnes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A right handed body shot lands from Obama.
Obama wants to stall.
Obama trying to control the position but instead, Ringnes has worked for underhooks and has pushed Obama into the ropes.
Obama is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes. #T1#
Obama dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ringnes .
Ringnes scores with a nice hook to the head.
Obama misses with a short punch on the inside.
Obama misses with a body punch.
Ringnes lands with a left to the head.
Ringnes with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Obama misses with a hook from the clinch.
Obama lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Ringnes prevents a body shot from Obama.
Ringnes tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ringnes . #BC2#
Ringnes breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ringnes takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Ringnes misses with a looping right.#T2#
Obama takes a swing at Ringnes 's ribcage but misses.
Ringnes tries a head kick but it misses.
Ringnes pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tom Obama is winning the standup battle so far.
Ringnes swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Obama is looking to counter with a body kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A swing and a miss from Ringnes .
It looked like Obama wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ringnes closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A lazy left from Obama finds it's target.
Ringnes throws a chopping leg kick but Obama manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#CL#
Obama closes the distance and pushes Ringnes back into the ropes.
Obama taking a breather.
Obama misses with a short punch on the inside.
Obama lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ringnes .
Ringnes takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Obama throws a punch but it's blocked by Ringnes .
Ringnes lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ringnes .
Ringnes blocks a body shot from Obama.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Obama clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Arild Ringnes 's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Obama lunges at Ringnes with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Ringnes 's hand.
Obama connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Obama throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Ringnes flicks out a counter leg kick but Obama steps away.
Ringnes throws a looping overhand right but Obama ducks down to avoid it.
Ringnes thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ringnes throws a low kick but it's checked well by Obama.
A looping hook to the body misses from Obama. Ringnes does a little dance to reset his feet.
Obama connects with a nice looking jab.
Obama misses with a straight right.
Ringnes scores with a punch to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Obama scores with a spinning back kick!
Obama throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Ringnes lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Ringnes closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Obama misses with a hook
and Obama takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Obama looks to land a left hand but Ringnes moved out of range nicely.
Obama thumps Ringnes with a low kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ringnes looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A little feinted left hand from Obama on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Obama misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ringnes .
Ringnes looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Obama throws a lazy right hand but Ringnes sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ringnes throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Obama counters with a slapping leg kick.
Obama throws a hook but Ringnes avoids it easily.
Obama staying out of range there.
Obama tried to counter with a leg kick but Ringnes avoided it.
Ringnes throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A nice leg kick from Obama, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ringnes walks into a jab.
An inside leg kick lands from Obama. #KD#
Obama looks low and kicks high, catching Ringnes right on the side of the head, sending him crashing to the canvas! Will he be able to beat the count? 3,4,5 - he's already back to his feet and ready to go! Let's see if he's still with it!
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!
Obama throws a looping overhand right but Ringnes ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
Obama throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Ringnes loads up on a big right hand but Obama slips the punch.
Ringnes pivots, looking for a leg kick but Obama is out of range and Ringnes settles back down.
Ringnes 's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Obama scores with a body shot.
Obama keeps Ringnes at a distance using the push kick.
Ringnes is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Obama throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Obama misses with an uppercut. Ringnes saw that one coming.
Obama doesn't manage to clinch there - Ringnes circles away.
Obama throws an off balance right hand
letting Ringnes counter with a right hand.
Obama tries to land a front kick but Ringnes steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ringnes throws a looping overhand right but Obama ducks down to avoid it.
Obama tries a head kick but it misses.
A shot to the liver by Obama. Beautiful body shot.
You can see that Ringnes has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Ringnes loads up on a big right hand but Obama slips the punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Obama takes the final round due to the solitary knockdown.
The cut man is working on Arild Ringnes 's cut.
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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R5#
Obama looks to land a body kick but Ringnes moved away.
Ringnes was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Arild Ringnes has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tom Obama is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Obama scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Obama walks into a stiff left hand from Ringnes .
Obama shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Ringnes eats them both and turns towards Obama to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Obama.
Obama cracks Ringnes with an open hand slap.
Ringnes tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Ringnes misses with a straight right.
A counter left hand to the body from Obama misses its target.
Obama misses the jab.
Ringnes ducks under a wild hook from Obama.
Ringnes throws out a counter right but Obama avoids it with no problem.
Obama checks a leg kick.
Ringnes 's jab looks to have found its range, popping Obama under the eye.
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!
That kick from Obama tenderised Ringnes 's leg. Ringnes is trying to keep his angry face on.
Obama misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ringnes .
Obama dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Ringnes . That did some damage!#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Obama misses the target.
Obama uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ringnes .
Obama looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Obama cracks a nice hook into Ringnes 's ribs.
Obama scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Obama lands a right hook to the body.
Ringnes wants to clinch up but Obama keeps it at a distance.
Obama connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ringnes 's hands.
Obama lands a nice shot to the body.
Obama stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Ringnes has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Obama smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Ringnes throws a shot from downtown. Obama moves away and avoids it.
Obama connects with a leg kick.
A nice leg kick from Obama, right into the meat of the thigh. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ringnes moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Ringnes misses with a lunging right hand
and Obama counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ringnes throws a lazy uppercut
and Obama counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ringnes thinking.
A head kick misses from Obama.
Ringnes throws a hook to the side of Obama's head but Obama sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Obama throws a good cross that connects.
Ringnes attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters circle momentarily. Obama darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Obama checks a leg kick.
Obama fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Ringnes with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Obama throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Some wild striking there from Ringnes .

And that's the end of the fight!
Tom Obama showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Obama has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 48:45
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 48:45
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 48:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tom Obama!

Tom Obama retains his super heavyweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Tom Obama thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: AKF 56 | Akira vs. RooMan     
Date:   Jun 25, 2022
#R1#
Ringnes works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Tharrier pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Ringnes looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Ringnes doesn't manage to clinch there - Tharrier circles away.
Tharrier tries a quick counter leg kick but Ringnes is wise to it.
A jab from Ringnes finds it's way through Tharrier's defenses. #CUT#It looks like Thom Tharrier has been cut.#CL#
Ringnes has taken the fight to the clinch.
Ringnes misses with a knee strike.
We've been informed that Tharrier has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Tharrier lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Tharrier lands a shoulder strike.
Ringnes blocks an uppercut.
Tharrier misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ringnes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes scores with a knee to the head.
Tharrier tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ringnes 's elbow. #BC#
Ringnes manages to break the clinch.
Ringnes avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tharrier on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Decent striking displayed by Tharrier there.#CUT2#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Ringnes .#T1#
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Ringnes . Tharrier shrugs it off though.
Tharrier misses with a leg kick.
Ringnes lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Tharrier motions for Ringnes to come forward. Tharrier throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Ringnes closes the distance and clinches.
Tharrier working aggressively here.
Ringnes scores with a shoulder strike.
Tharrier tries to throw a body punch but Ringnes avoids it by throwing Tharrier back against the ropes.
Tharrier blocking some punches.
A knee to the head by Ringnes .
Ringnes lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tharrier backwards.
Tharrier lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Ringnes prevents a body shot from Tharrier.
Tharrier tries a body shot but Ringnes blocks it.
Tharrier lands a right hand.
Tharrier tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tharrier swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ringnes using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Tharrier has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Ringnes lands a shoulder strike.
Ringnes blocking some punches.
Ringnes lands a hook that snaps the head of Tharrier backwards.
Tharrier has Ringnes pressed against the ropes, preventing Ringnes from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tharrier.
Ringnes lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty! #BC#
Ringnes breaks the clinch.
The fighters circling - Tharrier throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tharrier blocks a head kick by Ringnes .
Tharrier throws a nice outside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ringnes scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#KD#
Ringnes lands a front kick to the face, that drops Tharrier to the canvas! Is he dazed or just shocked? He's back to his feet and the referee is going to allow him to continue the fight!#ROC#Tharrier is rocked!
Ringnes knocks out Tharrier with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Ringnes before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Ringnes picks up the big W with a huge KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Arild Ringnes !
An out of breath and clearly excited Arild Ringnes thanked HELLS BALLS RECOVERY for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: AKF 54     
Date:   May 28, 2022
#R1#
Brown misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Brown lands a head kick! #CUT#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
Nice jab there from Ringnes . #CUT2#It looks like Kingsley Brown has been cut.
Ringnes misses with a looping right.
Brown throws a shot from downtown. Ringnes moves away and avoids it.
Ringnes throws the left hand but Brown avoids the punch easily.
Ringnes swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Brown.#KD2#
Ringnes catches his opponent with a big hook that sends him to the canvas! Brown stumbles back to his feet but will the referee allow it to continue? Brown walks forwards and this one will be allowed to continue! Come on!#ROC2#Brown is rocked!#CUT2#Kingsley Brown's cut is getting worse.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ringnes throws a big shot that misses.
Ringnes throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Ringnes weaves into range and cracks Brown right on the temple with a beautiful overhand right! Brown goes down! He's out cold! Wow, what a beautiful knockout! Ringnes is strutting round the canvas like a movie star as the camera bulbs flash frantically.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Arild Ringnes !
Arild Ringnes managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY, into his post fight interview.

 

Event: AKF 51 | Akira vs. Kovingten     
Date:   May 07, 2022
#R1#
Tchusuk just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice shot by Ringnes .
Tchusuk shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CUT2#It looks like Kenny Tchusuk has been cut.
Ringnes swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tchusuk.
A big left from Ringnes misses.
Tchusuk was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tchusuk looks to score with a jab to the body but Ringnes is just out of range.
Ringnes 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.
Tchusuk's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ringnes connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tchusuk scrambles back to his feet.
Ringnes throws an overhand right that lands on Tchusuk's shoulder, as Tchusuk tries to avoid the shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Tchusuk misses the target.#KD2#
Tchusuk walks into a big right hand from Ringnes and goes down! The referee sends Ringnes to a neutral corner as Tchusuk gets back to his feet. He looks OK so we're back under way.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tchusuk is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Ringnes doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! Tchusuk crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in Tchusuk's bad books for that mishap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Arild Ringnes !
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Arild Ringnes made sure he mentioned HELLS BALLS RECOVERY, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

 

Event: AKF 47 | TBA vs. TBA     
Date:   Apr 09, 2022
#R1#
A big right from Talboteasar misses.
Talboteasar throws out a loose jab but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Talboteasar connects with a jab.
Talboteasar is looking to chop away at Ringnes 's legs.
Talboteasar with a nice cross.
Ringnes throws a left and a right that both miss
and Talboteasar cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ringnes swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ringnes feints and then cracks Talboteasar's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Talboteasar down.
Talboteasar lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ringnes at a distance.
Talboteasar misses with a looping left.
The fighters circling - Talboteasar throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ringnes scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Talboteasar moves out of range of the leg kick from Ringnes .
Donk. Ringnes catches Talboteasar right on the button with a cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ringnes dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Talboteasar. That did some damage!
Talboteasar lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ringnes at a distance.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ringnes lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Talboteasar has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Talboteasar and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
An attempted straight right counter from Talboteasar misses the target.
Ringnes moves out of range as Talboteasar strikes.
Ringnes shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A jab from Talboteasar does it's job there.
Talboteasar scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Arild Ringnes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Talboteasar waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ringnes .
Talboteasar is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Ringnes pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Talboteasar is looking to counter punch.
Ringnes slips under a jab.
Ringnes gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Ringnes fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Talboteasar has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Ringnes lands with a thumping leg kick.
Talboteasar throws a jab when Ringnes was well out of range.
Talboteasar looks to land a left hand but Ringnes moved out of range nicely.
A jab from Ringnes misses.
Ringnes moves out of range as Talboteasar strikes.
Ringnes swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Talboteasar misses with a looping right.
A nice leg kick from Ringnes , right into the meat of the thigh.
Ringnes wants to land a leg kick but Talboteasar is out of range.
The crowd cheers as Talboteasar lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ringnes doesn't seem phased though.
Ringnes lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A low kick from Ringnes is predictable there
and Talboteasar counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
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!
Talboteasar scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ringnes doesn't seem bothered though.
Ringnes rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Talboteasar moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Talboteasar is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T2#
Talboteasar getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Ringnes is looking to score with low kicks.
Ringnes wants to slow Talboteasar down by chopping away at his legs.
Talboteasar lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Talboteasar misses with a hook.
Talboteasar scores with a jab.
Ringnes defending well as Talboteasar loads up on a big left hand.
Ringnes throws a leg kick that is checked
and Talboteasar counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ringnes thinking.
Ringnes throws a low kick but Talboteasar avoids it.
Talboteasar throwing a counter right hand but Ringnes manages to avoid it.
Talboteasar misses with a looping right.
Ringnes with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A big left from Talboteasar misses.
Talboteasar misses with a hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Talboteasar misses the target.
Ringnes paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Talboteasar looks to throw the jab but Ringnes is out of range.
Talboteasar clobbers Ringnes with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Talboteasar lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Ringnes slips under a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Camulius Talboteasar dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Ringnes throws a front kick aimed at Talboteasar's knee but Talboteasar avoids it well.
Talboteasar lands with a straight right. Ringnes didn't see that one coming.
Talboteasar lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ringnes at a distance.
Ringnes thows a left - swing and a miss!
Talboteasar throwing a counter right hand but Ringnes manages to avoid it.
A leg kick checked by Talboteasar.
A big left from Talboteasar misses.
Ringnes flicks out a counter leg kick but Talboteasar steps away.
An inside leg kick from Ringnes misses.
Ringnes misses with a left hand
and Talboteasar connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ringnes misses with a hook. Talboteasar ducked under it nicely.
Talboteasar lands a nice looking body shot.
Jab by Talboteasar.
Talboteasar lands with a nice body punch.
Ringnes slips under a jab.
Talboteasar moves out of range of the strikes.
Talboteasar takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A low kick from Ringnes is predictable there
and Talboteasar counters with a nice uppercut.
Ringnes defending well as Talboteasar loads up on a big left hand.
Ringnes throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
An attempted straight right counter from Talboteasar misses the target.
Ringnes throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Talboteasar lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ringnes at a distance. #T1#
Talboteasar buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Ringnes throws a low kick but it's checked well by Talboteasar.
Talboteasar misses with a body shot.
Ringnes throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Talboteasar staying out of range there.
Talboteasar jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ringnes throws a nice inside leg kick.
Talboteasar swings for the body but Ringnes moves out of range.
A jab from Ringnes misses.
Talboteasar is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ringnes can do to turn this around?
Talboteasar checks the leg kick nicely there.
Talboteasar lands a glancing blow to the side of Ringnes 's head.
Talboteasar lands with a right hand.
Jab by Talboteasar.
Talboteasar misses with an uppercut.
Ringnes throws a leg kick but Talboteasar sees it coming and moves out of range.
Ringnes throws a jab when Talboteasar was well out of range.
It looked like Talboteasar wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Talboteasar throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Talboteasar is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ringnes .
Talboteasar misses with a left hand
and Ringnes counters with a slapping leg kick. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Talboteasar lands a jab to the nose.
Ringnes throws a nice inside leg kick.
Ringnes scores with a nice right hand.
Talboteasar connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Talboteasar slips under a jab from Ringnes .
Ringnes moves out of range as Talboteasar strikes.
Camulius Talboteasar is winning the standup battle so far.
Talboteasar scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Ringnes throws a right hand that Talboteasar ducks under and follows up with a left that Talboteasar also avoids with ease.
Ringnes throws a leg kick that misses.
Talboteasar with a hook.
Talboteasar connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Some bone on bone action there as Talboteasar checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Talboteasar throws a looping overhand right but Ringnes ducks down to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Talboteasar lands a glancing blow to the side of Ringnes 's head.
Talboteasar ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Talboteasar keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Ringnes misses with a straight left.
Talboteasar misses with an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Camulius Talboteasar dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
The fighters circling - Talboteasar throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Arild Ringnes has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ringnes has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Talboteasar checks a low kick from Ringnes .
Talboteasar swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Talboteasar on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Talboteasar throws out a loose jab but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Talboteasar throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ringnes sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Talboteasar is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ringnes .
Ringnes checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Talboteasar misses with a body shot.
Talboteasar ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ringnes moves away.
Talboteasar throws a shot from downtown. Ringnes moves away and avoids it.
Talboteasar changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Talboteasar.
Talboteasar is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Ringnes connects with an inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jab from Talboteasar.
Ringnes lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Talboteasar misses with a double jab
and Ringnes counters with a stiff right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ringnes misses with an uppercut. Talboteasar saw that one coming.
Talboteasar darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T1#
Ringnes throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Talboteasar's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Talboteasar uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ringnes .
A little feinted left hand from Talboteasar on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ringnes tried to score with a low kick but Talboteasar checks it.
Talboteasar throws a hook to the side of Ringnes 's head but Ringnes sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Talboteasar loads up on a big right hand but Ringnes slips the punch.
Talboteasar throws a hook but Ringnes blocks it.
Ringnes tries a quick counter leg kick but Talboteasar is wise to it.
Nice uppercut there from Talboteasar.
Talboteasar lands a jab to Ringnes 's midsection.
A big left from Talboteasar misses.
Talboteasar throws a lazy right hand but Ringnes sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Talboteasar scores with a decent looking hook.
A good leg kick by Talboteasar.
Ringnes throws a leg kick
and Talboteasar cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ringnes will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Talboteasar throws a hook but Ringnes avoids it easily.
Ringnes throws an overhand right that lands on Talboteasar's shoulder, as Talboteasar tries to avoid the shot.
Ringnes throws a hook but Talboteasar blocks it.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ringnes displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Talboteasar throws out the jab.
Ringnes slips under a jab from Talboteasar.
Ringnes on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Talboteasar ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Talboteasar checks a low kick from Ringnes .
Talboteasar misses with a looping left.
Talboteasar clobbers Ringnes with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Ringnes tries to work over Talboteasar's front leg with a kick but Talboteasar checks it.
Talboteasar takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Talboteasar fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ringnes manages to avoid it.
Ringnes takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Ringnes ducks under a wild hook from Talboteasar.
Ringnes finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Talboteasar fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A little jabbing left from Ringnes on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ringnes throws an overhand right that lands on Talboteasar's shoulder, as Talboteasar tries to avoid the shot.
Talboteasar cracks Ringnes with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Ringnes attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Ringnes takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Camulius Talboteasar showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Talboteasar has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Camulius Talboteasar!

 

Event: AKF 41 | Lee vs. Elizondo     
Date:   Feb 26, 2022
#R1#
Ringnes tries a head kick but it misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Upchurch.
Ringnes throws a lazy right hand but Upchurch sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Upchurch scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Upchurch avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL2#
Ringnes rushes Upchurch and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Our sources have told us that Upchurch has been working on his elbows in the gym.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Upchurch.
Ringnes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Upchurch lands a left hand.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Upchurch just misses with a elbow thrown towards Ringnes 's brow.
Upchurch has a couple of punches blocked by Ringnes .
Upchurch scores with a knee to the head. #CUT#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
Upchurch swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Upchurch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ringnes lands an uppercut.
Upchurch tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Upchurch trying to land knees to the body.
Upchurch with a knee to the head. #T1#
Upchurch can't find room to land a body shot as Ringnes controls the action.
Ringnes lands with a light punch inside.
Upchurch pushes Ringnes back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Upchurch blocks an uppercut.
Upchurch takes a knee right on the jaw! #CUT2#It looks like Brian Upchurch has been cut.
Ringnes blocks an uppercut.
Ringnes throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Upchurchs head.
A short left from Ringnes .
Upchurch missing with knees to the body.
Upchurch tries to land knees in the clinch but Ringnes avoids the damage to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Ringnes fails to land.
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside.
Ringnes misses with a hook from the clinch.
Upchurch throws a punch but it's blocked by Ringnes .
Ringnes throws a head punch that misses.
Upchurch crunches a lovely knee into Ringnes 's ribcage.
Ringnes looks winded!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Upchurch works on Ringnes 's body with a couple of short punches.
Upchurch tries to land knees in the clinch but Ringnes avoids the damage to the body.
Upchurch tries to land a knee to the head but Ringnes blocks with his arms.
Upchurch misses with an elbow over the top.#T2#
Upchurch lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Ringnes misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ringnes has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Upchurch seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Ringnes can turn it around.
Upchurch lands an elbow inside that Ringnes shrugs off.
Upchurch misses with a knee strike.
Ringnes misses with a knee to the head.
Ringnes swings wildly with an uppercut but Upchurch uses good head movement to avoid it.
Upchurch landing knees to the body.
Upchurch putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Ringnes in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Upchurch misses with an elbow over the top.
Upchurch pushes off an throws an elbow but Ringnes leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Upchurch with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Ringnes on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Upchurch tries to land knees in the clinch but Ringnes avoids the damage to the body.
Upchurch lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Upchurch creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Ringnes 's defenses.
Ringnes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Upchurch scores with a nice hook to the head.
Upchurch missing with knees to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Brian Upchurch dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Ringnes ducks under a wild hook from Upchurch.
Ringnes is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Ringnes throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Upchurch scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Upchurch just misses with a punch to the body. #CL2#
Upchurch gets tackled into the ropes by Ringnes . Ringnes maintains the clinch.
Upchurch tries to land knees in the clinch but Ringnes avoids the damage to the body.
Ringnes has a couple of punches blocked by Upchurch.
Ringnes dodges an elbow strike from Upchurch.
A shot in the inside from Upchurch.
Ringnes missing with knees to the body.
Upchurch throws an elbow but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Ringnes fails to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ringnes takes a knee right on the jaw!
Upchurch on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Ringnes lands a nice knee to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ringnes blocking some punches.
Ringnes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Upchurch lands a nice knee to the body. #T1#
Upchurch crunches a lovely knee into Ringnes 's ribcage.
Ringnes is breathing heavily.
Upchurch gets through Ringnes 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Upchurch lands a left hand.
Upchurch lands a hook that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Upchurch lands a left hand.
Upchurch misses with a punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Upchurch.
Upchurch lands a body punch.
Upchurch lands an uppercut.
Upchurch lands with a left to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Upchurch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Upchurch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Upchurch crunches a lovely knee into Ringnes 's ribcage.
Upchurch lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right from Upchurch on the inside.
Upchurch tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Ringnes avoids it.
Upchurch scores with a shot to the side of Ringnes 's head.
Upchurch lands an elbow just above Ringnes 's eye. #T2#
Upchurch lands an elbow just above Ringnes 's eye.
Upchurch scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Upchurch landing knees to the body.
Upchurch lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Upchurch misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ringnes .
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Upchurch creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Upchurch lands a damaging elbow.
Upchurch blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Upchurch misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Upchurch landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Upchurch makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Upchurch scores with a shot to the side of Ringnes 's head.
Upchurch throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short right from Upchurch on the inside.
Nice elbow from Upchurch.
Upchurch misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Upchurch lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Upchurch throws an elbow but it misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Brian Upchurch dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Upchurch uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ringnes has time to react.
Arild Ringnes has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ringnes lands a really nice looking cross but Upchurch seems unphased.
Upchurch misses with a looping right.#CL#
Upchurch takes the fight into the clinch.
Upchurch lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Upchurch tries to land a knee to the head but Ringnes blocks with his arms.
Upchurch swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Upchurch tries to land knees in the clinch but Ringnes avoids the damage to the body.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Upchurch.
Upchurch softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Ringnes takes an elbow to the forehead.
Upchurch is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
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!
Upchurch working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Upchurch lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ringnes takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Upchurch.
Nice elbow from Upchurch. #T1#
Still in the clinch, Upchurch scores with a nice short uppercut.#ROC#Ringnes is rocked!
Upchurch makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ringnes is still on wobbly legs! Can Upchurch finish him?
Upchurch lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ringnes .
Upchurch is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ringnes can do to turn this around?
Upchurch lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Upchurch scores a nice knee to the body.
Upchurch lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Upchurch breaks the clinch momentarily and cracks Ringnes with a big right hook that drops him to the canvas! Ringnes looks like he might be in big trouble here! The referee has started the count straight away and we're up to 5 already. Ringnes get to one knee - can he make it back to his feet? No, he's flopped back to the mat - he's out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Brian Upchurch!
Brian Upchurch decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: AKF 36 | Beukeboom vs. Fischer     
Date:   Jan 22, 2022
#R1#
A punch combination from Ringnes misses. #CL#
Dimitrov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Our sources have told us that Dimitrov has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.#BC2#
Ringnes breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ringnes misses with a few strikes there.
Dimitrov lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Dimitrov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Ringnes takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Dimitrov throws a push kick but Ringnes slaps the foot to one side.
Dimitrov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Dimitrov checks the leg kick.
Ringnes tried to score with a low kick but Dimitrov checks it.
Dimitrov thuds a left hand into Ringnes 's body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dimitrov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ringnes .
Ringnes is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dimitrov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ringnes .
Dimitrov throws a shot from downtown. Ringnes moves away and avoids it.
Ringnes looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ringnes moves out of range of the body kick from Dimitrov. #T1#
Ringnes has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dimitrov finds it's way round the side to connect with Ringnes 's head.
Dimitrov scores with a punch to the head.
Dimitrov misses with a hook.
Dimitrov doesn't manage to clinch there - Ringnes circles away.
Ringnes looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dimitrov keeps Ringnes at a distance using the push kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dimitrov. Ringnes does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dimitrov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Dimitrov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ringnes .
Ringnes throws a low kick but it's checked well by Dimitrov.
Dimitrov is looking to clinch.
Dimitrov swinging wildly here.
Ringnes slips under a jab.
Dimitrov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ringnes circles away quickly and effectively.
Nice defenses there by Dimitrov.
Dimitrov misses with a two punch combination.
Ringnes tries a quick counter leg kick but Dimitrov is wise to it.
Dimitrov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ringnes takes a jab right on the kisser.
Dimitrov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ringnes circles away quickly and effectively.#T2#
Donk. Ringnes catches Dimitrov right on the button with a cross.#CUT2#It looks like Daniel Dimitrov has been cut.
Dimitrov blocks a leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Dimitrov misses the target.
Dimitrov misses with an attempted mid kick.
Dimitrov lands a nice shot that snaps Ringnes 's head back.
Dimitrov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Ringnes takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Dimitrov misses with a series of wild punches.
Ringnes attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Ringnes looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Dimitrov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ringnes takes one on the button.
Dimitrov looks to land a right hand but Ringnes moved out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dimitrov swings widly with a right hand
enabling Ringnes to counter with a crisp jab.
Both fighters circling a little - Dimitrov finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Some bone on bone action there as Dimitrov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Dimitrov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Daniel Dimitrov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Daniel Dimitrov's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Dimitrov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Ringnes .
Ringnes goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Dimitrov works the jab nicely.
Daniel Dimitrov is winning the standup battle so far.
Ringnes ducks under a wild hook from Dimitrov.
Nice defenses there by Dimitrov.
Dimitrov throws a series of punches but Ringnes moves out of range.
Dimitrov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ringnes manages to avoid it.
Dimitrov misses with a wild combination.
Ringnes loads up on a big right hand but Dimitrov slips the punch.
Dimitrov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ringnes can do to turn this around?
Dimitrov blocks a low kick nicely.
Ringnes is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Ringnes throws a leg kick but Dimitrov checks it.
Dimitrov is looking to counter punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Ringnes rushes Dimitrov and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.#BC2#
Ringnes manages to break the clinch.
Ringnes lands a leg kick that knocks Dimitrov off balance momentarily.
Ringnes misses with a low kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A solid leg kick lands there for Dimitrov.
Ringnes thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Dimitrov blocks a head kick by Ringnes .
Dimitrov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Dimitrov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Ringnes does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Daniel Dimitrov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dimitrov tries to land a leg kick but Ringnes saw it coming and moves away.
Dimitrov throws a lazy right hand but Ringnes sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL#
Dimitrov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Ringnes has a couple of punches blocked by Dimitrov.
Dimitrov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Dimitrov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Ringnes avoids the elbow strike from Dimitrov, against the ropes. #BC2#
Ringnes 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dimitrov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ringnes .
Ringnes throws a combination that misses
and Dimitrov makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Ringnes really felt that one!
Dimitrov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dimitrov wants to clinch.
Ringnes is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T2#
Dimitrov throws a body kick that misses.
Dimitrov fails to land with a series of punches.
Dimitrov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Dimitrov lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Dimitrov.#CUT#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
Daniel Dimitrov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dimitrov thuds his shin into the meat of Ringnes 's side.
Nice straight punches there by Dimitrov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Dimitrov.
A big left from Ringnes misses. #KD#
Ringnes walks into a straight right hand and goes down! Dimitrov rushes to a neutral corner so the count doesn't get delayed but Ringnes has made it back to his feet on 5. He's OK so we're back to the action.#ROC#Ringnes is rocked!
Ringnes throws out a leg kick but Dimitrov moves out of range and Ringnes only half commits.
Ringnes pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #KD#
Dimitrov drops a shoulder and throws a biiiig uppercut that drops Ringnes onto his butt! Ringnes pops straight back to his feet to convince the referee that he's OK to continue.
Ringnes is still on wobbly legs! Can Dimitrov finish him?
Dimitrov connects with a picture perfect right hand that knocks Ringnes out cold! This one is over in a flash!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Daniel Dimitrov!
In his post fight interview, Daniel Dimitrov started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: AKF 32 | Dimitrov vs. Durand 2     
Date:   Dec 25, 2021
#R1#
Waldron cracks Ringnes with an open hand slap.
Waldron misses with a straight left.
Ringnes has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Waldron.
Waldron checks a low kick from Ringnes .
Waldron moves out of range of the strikes.#CL#
Ringnes darts in and clinches Waldron up against the ropes.
Ringnes dodges an elbow strike from Waldron.
Waldron throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Ringnes can't find room to land a body shot as Waldron controls the action.
Ringnes tries a body shot but Waldron blocks it.
Waldron with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Waldron managing to block the knees to the body from Ringnes .
Waldron creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Waldron is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Waldron looking to throw knees to the head but Ringnes is blocking nicely.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ringnes misses with a hook to the ribs.
Waldron throws an elbow that misses.
Ringnes lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
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!
Waldron blocking some punches. #T1#
Ringnes misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ringnes tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ringnes dodges an elbow strike from Waldron.
Waldron blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ringnes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nice elbow from Waldron. #CUT2#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
A head punch on the inside from Waldron fails to land.
Waldron misses with an elbow over the top.
Waldron using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Ringnes has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Waldron.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Waldron.
Waldron using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Ringnes has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Waldron tries a body shot but Ringnes blocks it.
Waldron tries a body shot but Ringnes blocks it.
Waldron holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Ringnes misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T2#
Waldron pushes off an throws an elbow but Ringnes leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Ringnes blocks an elbow strike from Waldron.
Ringnes throws a punch but it's blocked by Waldron.
Waldron misses with a knee to the head.
Waldron lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Ringnes prevents a body shot from Waldron.
Ringnes doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Waldron throws an elbow but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ringnes .
Waldron tries a body shot but Ringnes blocks it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ringnes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes can't find room to land a body shot as Waldron controls the action.
Ringnes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Waldron prevents a body shot from Ringnes .
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ringnes .
Waldron doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ringnes lands a nice uppercut.
Ringnes is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Waldron blocks an uppercut.
Knees in the clinch landing for Waldron.
Ringnes lands a right hand. #CUT#It looks like Johnny Waldron has been cut.
Waldron creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Ringnes takes a knee right on the jaw!
Waldron scores with a shot to the side of Ringnes 's head.
A head punch on the inside from Ringnes fails to land.
A nice left hand lands by Ringnes .
Waldron lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Waldron is trying to stall.
Waldron blocking some punches.
Waldron throws an elbow but it misses.
Ringnes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A knee to the head by Waldron.
This has been an exciting period of action!
With the fighters up against the ropes, Waldron throws an elbow but misses.
Waldron tries to throw a body punch but Ringnes avoids it by throwing Waldron back against the ropes.
Ringnes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4#
Waldron digs a right hand into Ringnes 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ringnes 's gas tank.
Ringnes can't find room to land a body shot as Waldron controls the action.
Waldron misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ringnes .
Waldron blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ringnes misses with the head strike.
Waldron misses with some punches.
Waldron blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Waldron working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Ringnes softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Waldron doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside.
Ringnes takes an elbow to the temple.
Waldron is trying to stall.
Ringnes lands an uppercut.
Waldron blocking some punches.
Ringnes misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Waldron.
Ringnes lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Johnny Waldron will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2##CL#
Ringnes closes the distance and clinches.
Waldron throws an elbow but it misses.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows.
Ringnes is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Waldron is defending well for now.
Waldron blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Waldron throws an elbow that misses.
Ringnes scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Ringnes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ringnes lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Waldron pushes off an throws an elbow but Ringnes leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Ringnes digs a right hand into Waldron's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Waldron's gas tank.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Waldron lands an elbow just above Ringnes 's eye.
Waldron taking a breather.
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside.
Ringnes avoids the elbow strike from Waldron, against the ropes.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ringnes .
Ringnes dodges an elbow strike from Waldron. #T1#
Waldron looking to slow down the pace here.
Waldron is looking to control Ringnes 's arms but Ringnes gets an underhook and turns him. Now Waldron has his back to the ropes.
Waldron is persisting with his attempts to control the action in the clinch, rather than do any real damage.
Waldron lands a left hand.
Waldron with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Waldron throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Ringnes blocks it with crossed arms.
Ringnes lands a nice knee to the body.
Ringnes blocks an elbow strike from Waldron.
Ringnes throws a punch but it's blocked by Waldron.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Waldron goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ringnes blocks the elbow strike.
Ringnes unloads a knee to the mid-section. Waldron lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Waldron is breathing heavily.
Ringnes lands a shot to the body.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Waldron throws an elbow but misses.
A body shot lands from Ringnes .
Ringnes working aggressively here.
Ringnes misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T2#
Ringnes lands with a left to the head.
Waldron lands an elbow that stopped Ringnes in his tracks for a moment.
Ringnes lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
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!
Ringnes tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Waldron creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Ringnes scores with a shoulder strike.
Ringnes landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Waldron blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ringnes gets through Waldron's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Ringnes tries to throw a body punch but Waldron avoids it by throwing Ringnes back against the ropes.
Waldron trying to land knees to the body.
Ringnes scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Ringnes blocks an elbow strike.
Ringnes lands a right hand that snaps the head of Waldron backwards. #CUT#That has opened up Johnny Waldron's cut even more.
Waldron misses with an elbow strike.
Waldron stalling in the clinch but Ringnes improves position.
Ringnes misses with a body punch. #T3#
Waldron wants to stall.
Waldron has thrown a lot of knees so far in this fight and we're lead to believe that's something he's been working on the gym prior to this fight.
Ringnes blocks an elbow strike from Waldron.
Ringnes digs a right hand underneath Waldron's ribcage. Waldron let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Ringnes lands a right hand.
Waldron misses with a punch to the body.
Ringnes misses with a body punch.
Waldron blocks an uppercut.
Ringnes misses with the head strike.
Waldron blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ringnes doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ringnes tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Waldron misses with a body punch.
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside.
Arild Ringnes has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Ringnes lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Waldron pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Ringnes tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ringnes working aggressively here. #T4#
Waldron lands an elbow inside.
Waldron wants to stall.
Ringnes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes misses with a hook to the ribs.
Waldron can't find room to land a body shot as Ringnes controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ringnes .
Waldron taking a breather.
Ringnes lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Ringnes has a couple of punches blocked by Waldron.
Waldron throws an elbow but it misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ringnes scores with an uppercut up the middle.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Waldron throws an elbow but misses.
Ringnes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ringnes blocks the elbow strike.
Ringnes avoids a wild elbow strike from Waldron.
Waldron lands a nice knee to the body.
Ringnes misses with the head strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Arild Ringnes dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Waldron takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Waldron misses with a hook.
Waldron throws a looping overhand right but Ringnes ducks down to avoid it.
Nice jab there from Waldron.
Waldron takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #CL#
Ringnes clinches up against the ropes.
Ringnes lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Waldron throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Waldron.
Waldron lands a body shot in the clinch.
Ringnes avoids a wild elbow strike from Waldron.
Ringnes misses with a hook to the ribs.
Waldron can't find room to land a body shot as Ringnes controls the action.
Ringnes takes an elbow to the temple.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short right from Ringnes on the inside.
Waldron prevents a body shot from Ringnes .
A nice right hand lands inside from Waldron.
Waldron misses with a hook from the clinch. #T1#
A hook to the body from Waldron.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Waldron lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Waldron tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ringnes 's elbow.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Waldron throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ringnes s head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ringnes .
Waldron lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Ringnes blocks an uppercut.
Waldron working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Waldron throws an elbow that misses.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Come on Waldron - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Waldron looking to stall. #T2#
Ringnes takes a knee to the side of the body.
Ringnes lands with a short shot to the head.
Waldron has Ringnes pressed against the ropes.
Waldron working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ringnes misses with some punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Waldron prevents a body shot from Ringnes .
Waldron throws an elbow but it misses.
Knees to the body from Waldron.
Waldron throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Waldron trying to land knees to the body.
A right hand to the body from Ringnes .
Waldron trying to control the position but instead, Ringnes has worked for underhooks and has pushed Waldron into the ropes.
Ringnes working aggressively here. #T3#
Ringnes swings wildly with an uppercut but Waldron uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ringnes 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Waldron lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Ringnes tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Waldron lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Waldron.
Waldron lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Waldron lands an elbow inside that Ringnes shrugs off.
Waldron taking a breather.
Ringnes lands a nice shot to the body.
A body shot lands from Waldron.
Ringnes blocks a body shot from Waldron.
Ringnes throws a head punch that misses.
Waldron blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T4#
Waldron using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Ringnes has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Ringnes tries a body shot but Waldron blocks it.
Ringnes takes a knee right on the jaw!
Waldron holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Waldron gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Waldron swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ringnes lands a body shot in the clinch.
Ringnes lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #CUT#The cut above Johnny Waldron's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Waldron unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Ringnes tries to work over Waldron's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Waldron lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ringnes dodges an elbow strike from Waldron.
Ringnes lands a shoulder strike.
Waldron utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Johnny Waldron comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Waldron has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight for Johnny Waldron!
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight for Johnny Waldron!
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight for Johnny Waldron!

Johnny Waldron wins by unanimous decision!

 

Event: AKF 30 | Ringnes vs. Valentine     
Date:   Dec 11, 2021
#R1#
The crowd cheers as Ringnes lands an impressive looking overhand right. Valentine doesn't seem phased though.
Arild Ringnes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Valentine looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Ringnes pulls out of a head kick attempt. #CL#
Ringnes moves into range and clinches up with Valentine.
Valentine throws a punch but it's blocked by Ringnes .
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ringnes .
Ringnes lands a hook that snaps the head of Valentine backwards.
Ringnes lands a left hand that snaps the head of Valentine backwards.
Ringnes working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Ringnes cracks Valentine with a big uppercut, right up the middle and Valentine goes down! Oh, he's hurt! He's bigtime hurt! The referee is giving him a chance to get back to his feet - 4,5,6,7, no, he's called it off! Valentine wasn't going to make it and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Arild Ringnes !
Arild Ringnes really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that HELLS BALLS RECOVERY logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
The defeated Remy Valentine had this to say: 'I am going to get with my team and rethink a few thinks.'.

 

Event: AKF 27 | Zy vs. Rram     
Date:   Nov 20, 2021
#R1#
Nugetio fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CL#
Ringnes clinches up with Nugetio and pushes him back against the ropes.
Nugetio lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Nugetio misses with the head strike.
Nugetio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ringnes .
Nugetio tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ringnes misses with the head strike.
Ringnes lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nugetio backwards.
Nugetio is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Ringnes is keeping busy.
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes misses with the head strike.
Our sources have told us that Ringnes has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nugetio lands a shoulder strike.
Ringnes lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nugetio blocks a body shot from Ringnes .
Nugetio misses with a punch to the body.
Nugetio lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ringnes blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T1#
Ringnes misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nugetio can't find room to land a body shot as Ringnes controls the action.
Nugetio blocking some punches.
Ringnes lands a nice shot to the body.
Ringnes scores with a shoulder strike.
Nugetio swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ringnes misses with the head strike.
Nugetio has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Ringnes seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Nugetio can turn it around.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nugetio.
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nugetio tries to throw a body punch but Ringnes avoids it by throwing Nugetio back against the ropes.
Nugetio tries to circle away but Ringnes has him pinned against the ropes.
Ringnes blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Ringnes crunches a lovely knee into Nugetio's ribcage.
Nugetio looks winded!
Ringnes doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ringnes lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nugetio backwards.
Ringnes scores with a nice hook to the head.
Ringnes doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T2#
Ringnes avoiding damage as Nugetio throws knees to the body.
Nugetio blocks a body shot from Ringnes .
Nugetio can't find room to land a body shot as Ringnes controls the action.
Ringnes working aggressively here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nugetio goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ringnes scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short left from Nugetio.
Ringnes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ringnes is trying to stall.
Ringnes throws a punch but it's blocked by Nugetio.
Ringnes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nugetio misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ringnes tries to work over Nugetio's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nugetio lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Ringnes lands with a left to the head.
Nugetio fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Nugetio missing with knees to the body.
Nugetio lands a nice uppercut.
Ringnes throws a punch but it's blocked by Nugetio.
Nugetio lands a nice uppercut.
A left hand lands to the body for Ringnes .
Ringnes throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ringnes .
Nugetio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ringnes 's elbow.
Ringnes digs a right hand into Nugetio's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nugetio's gas tank.
Ringnes pushes Nugetio back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Ringnes .
A right hook to the body lands for Ringnes .
Ringnes pushes Nugetio back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Ringnes .
A short uppercut from Ringnes .
Ringnes gets through Nugetio's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A short right from Ringnes on the inside. #T4#
Ringnes can't find room to land a body shot as Nugetio controls the action.
Nugetio misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ringnes .
Nugetio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ringnes works on Nugetio's body with a couple of short punches.
Ringnes lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nugetio backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Ringnes .
Nugetio takes a shot to the head.
A short right from Ringnes on the inside.
Ringnes lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nugetio prevents a body shot from Ringnes .
Nugetio is trying to break free.
Ringnes has a couple of punches blocked by Nugetio.
Nugetio goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ringnes gets through Nugetio's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Ringnes tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nugetio's elbow.
Ringnes pushes Nugetio back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ringnes lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nugetio backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Arild Ringnes dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL#
Ringnes clinches up with Nugetio and pushes him back against the ropes.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nugetio.
A head punch on the inside from Nugetio fails to land.
Nugetio gets through Ringnes 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nugetio has a couple of punches blocked by Ringnes .
A short left from Ringnes .
Nugetio misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ringnes throws a head punch that misses.
Ringnes can't find room to land a body shot as Nugetio controls the action.
Nugetio is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Ringnes is defending well for now.
Ringnes tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ringnes works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ringnes lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nugetio tries a body shot but Ringnes blocks it.
Nugetio misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ringnes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nugetio blocking some punches. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ringnes .
Ringnes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nugetio misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ringnes .
Nugetio scores with a hook to the body.
Nugetio tries a body shot but Ringnes blocks it.
Nugetio can't find room to land a body shot as Ringnes controls the action.
Ringnes lands a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nugetio.
Ringnes lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Ringnes misses with the head strike.
Nugetio misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ringnes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes presses Nugetio against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Nugetio tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Ringnes avoids it.
Ringnes tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nugetio missing with knees to the body.
Nugetio working hard to break the clinch.#T2#
Ringnes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nugetio taking a breather.
Nugetio tries to land knees in the clinch but Ringnes avoids the damage to the body.
Ringnes lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Ringnes is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nugetio can do to turn this around?
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside.
Ringnes 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Nugetio swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ringnes .
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ringnes gets through Nugetio's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Arild Ringnes has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Nugetio scores with a shoulder strike.
Ringnes throws a head punch that misses.
Ringnes lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Nugetio misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nugetio blocks a body shot from Ringnes . #T3#
Nugetio is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Ringnes is defending well for now.
Nugetio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ringnes tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ringnes scores with a shot to the side of Nugetio's head.
Nugetio struggles to land a body shot inside as Ringnes controls his hands.
Ringnes has a couple of punches blocked by Nugetio.
Ringnes lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Nugetio is breathing heavily.
Ringnes lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nugetio backwards.
Ringnes lands a right hand.
Nugetio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ringnes 's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ringnes .
Ringnes softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Ringnes misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ringnes lands an uppercut.
Nugetio throws a head punch that misses.
Nugetio swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
A right hand to the body from Ringnes .
Ringnes throws a head punch that misses.
Nugetio fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes tries to work over Nugetio's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ringnes .
Ringnes blocks an uppercut.
Ringnes swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Nugetio manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Ringnes moves into the clinch.
Nugetio landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Ringnes scores with a shoulder strike.
Nugetio lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
A left hand lands to the body for Ringnes .
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Ringnes creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Ringnes working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ringnes .
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Arild Ringnes dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Ringnes avoids the body shot from Nugetio.
Nugetio swings away with a body shot that misses #KD#
and Ringnes counters with a lead uppercut that lands right on the button! Nugetio goes down! Will Nugetio beat the count? 3,4,5 - he's up! No problem. Let's get back to the action!#ROC#Nugetio is rocked!
Ringnes uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nugetio.
Ringnes slips a jab from Nugetio.
Ringnes ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nugetio moves away.#CL#
Ringnes darts in and clinches Nugetio up against the ropes.
Ringnes scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nugetio is still on wobbly legs! Can Ringnes finish him?
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nugetio seems to have recovered his senses.
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!
Ringnes creates a bit of distance and cracks Nugetio with a big uppercut! Nugetio goes down! The referee pushes Ringnes away into a neutral corner and starts the count. 4,5,6,7. Will Nugetio make it up in time? He's still flopping around all over the place! The referee has called off the fight! Ringnes takes it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Arild Ringnes !
Arild Ringnes made sure to mention his sponsor, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY in his post fight interview.

 

Event: AKF 23 | Ringnes vs. Durand     
Date:   Oct 23, 2021
#R1#
Ringnes ducks right into an uppercut from Durand.
A swing and a miss from Ringnes .
Durand takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Durand connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Ringnes lets loose with a powerful body kick. Durand will feel that in the morning.
Ringnes throws a nice looking combination but Durand bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ringnes throws a lazy uppercut
and Durand counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Ringnes shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Ringnes cracks a nice hook into Durand's ribs.
Ringnes takes a swing at Durand's ribcage but misses.
Durand avoids the body shot from Ringnes .
Ringnes scores with a jab to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Durand moves forwards but Ringnes connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CUT#It looks like Jacques Durand has been cut.
Durand throws a head kick that misses.
Ringnes half committed to a counter leg kick.
Durand throws a right and a left that Ringnes avoids nicely.
It looked like Ringnes was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Durand.
Ringnes ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Durand moves away.
Ringnes misses with a low kick.
Ringnes backing away here, and Durand unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#T1#
Durand tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ringnes was well out of range. Poor timing from Durand.
Durand fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Ringnes is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Durand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ringnes . Durand does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ringnes throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Ringnes takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Durand 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.
Durand lands a front kick.
Ringnes connects with a high kick.
Ringnes moves out of range of the body kick from Durand.
Durand defending well as Ringnes loads up on a big left hand.
Durand pushes Ringnes away with a front kick.
Ringnes motions for Durand to come forward. Ringnes throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jab by Durand.
Ringnes lands with a thumping leg kick.
Durand sizes up Ringnes with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Durand throws a head kick that misses.
A nice leg kick lands there from Durand.
Ringnes avoids a kick to the body.
Durand paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Durand connects with a solid leg kick.
Durand lands with a thumping leg kick.
Durand misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ringnes falls off balance throwing a combination
and Durand counters with a left to the body.
Ringnes throws an off balance right hand
and Durand counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ringnes thinking. #CL2#
Durand has managed to clinch. #BC2#
Durand pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ringnes has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Durand finds it's way round the side to connect with Ringnes 's head.
Durand with a body punch. A glancing blow.
No joy there for Durand, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #T3#
Durand with the inside leg kick.
Ringnes is looking to slow Durand down with leg kicks.
Durand slips a straight right by Ringnes .
Durand replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Ringnes blocks it well.
Durand misses with a body kick.
Durand lets loose with a powerful body kick. Ringnes will feel that in the morning.
Durand misses with a body punch
and Ringnes counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ringnes throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL2#
Durand drives through and clinches with Ringnes against the ropes.
Durand lands a knee to the body.
Ringnes is breathing heavily.
Durand is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Durand lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Durand unloads a knee to the mid-section. Ringnes lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC2#
Durand manages to break the clinch.
Ringnes blocks a head kick by Durand.
Ringnes misses with a left hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Ringnes on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Durand. Durand obviously looking to wear him down. #T4#
Durand lands a nice hook to Ringnes 's body. Ringnes takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Ringnes is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Durand scores with a hook to the body. Ringnes takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Durand takes a kick to the side of the head.
Ringnes moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Arild Ringnes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ringnes misses with an uppercut. Durand saw that one coming.
Ringnes throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Durand counters with a body kick that stops Ringnes in his tracks momentarily.
Durand looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Good shot there by Durand.
Durand feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Ringnes s jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Durand scores with a body shot.
Durand sizes up Ringnes with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Durand lands a really nice looking cross but Ringnes seems unphased.
Ringnes moves out of range as Durand throws a body kick.
Nice body kick from Durand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jacques Durand dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jacques Durand's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Durand dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Durand connects with a solid leg kick.
Durand is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Durand uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ringnes .
A jab from Durand finds it's way through Ringnes 's defenses.
Durand throws a wild body kick that Ringnes sees coming a mile off.
A nice inside leg kick there by Durand. That's going to slow Ringnes down.
Durand jabs Ringnes to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Donk. Ringnes catches Durand right on the button with a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Durand delivers a nice body kick.
Ringnes looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Durand scores with a leg kick.
Ringnes moves out of range as Durand throws a body kick.
Ringnes misses with a body shot.
Durand scores with a nice body kick. #T1#
Durand tries a head kick but it misses.
Durand thumps Ringnes with a low kick.
Ringnes throws a lazy right hand but Durand sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ringnes scoring well with a low kick there.
Nice shot lands for Durand.
Ringnes just misses with a punch to the body.
Ringnes fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Durand is out of range.
Ringnes throws a poor cross that misses #CL2#
and Durand counters by clinching up.
Ringnes working aggressively here.
Durand tries a body shot but Ringnes blocks it. #BC#
Ringnes manages to break the clinch.
Durand lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ringnes misses with a leg kick
and Durand counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Durand throws a sloppy head kick and Ringnes moves out of range easily.
Ringnes tries to work over Durand's front leg with a kick but Durand checks it.
Durand scores with a shot to the body. #T2#
Ringnes moves out of range as Durand throws a body kick.
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!
Ringnes takes a swing at Durand's ribcage but misses.
Durand feints and then cracks Ringnes 's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Ringnes down.
Ringnes swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Ringnes takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Durand has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ringnes connects with a body shot that sends Durand's belly button to the back.
Durand delivers a nice body kick.
Ringnes has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Durand.
Durand dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Ringnes . That did some damage!
Durand works Ringnes 's body with a nice hook.
Jab by Durand.#CL2#
Durand clinches.
Durand utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Durand lands a nice shot to the body.
Durand working Ringnes over with knees to the body.#T3#
Nice elbow from Durand. #CUT2#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.#BC2#
Durand escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ringnes sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Durand throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
A nice leg kick from Durand, right into the meat of the thigh.
Durand throws a head kick that half lands. #CL2#
Durand has taken the fight to the clinch.
Durand misses with a punch to the body.
Durand lands with a right to the head.
Durand is leaning against Ringnes and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Durand missing with knees to the body.
Good body shot from Durand.
Durand scores a nice knee to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Durand trying to land knees to the body.
Durand gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Ringnes throws a punch but it's blocked by Durand. #T4#
Durand working Ringnes over with knees to the body.
Durand lands a body punch in the clinch.
Durand with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
A short right from Durand on the inside.
Durand working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ringnes takes a knee right on the jaw!
Ringnes blocks the elbow strike.
Durand creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Ringnes 's defenses.
Durand connects with a knee to the head. #BC2#
Durand breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Durand bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Ringnes 's head.
Durand connects with a solid leg kick.
Durand goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ringnes throws a leg kick but Durand checks it.
Durand ducks under a wild hook from Ringnes .
Ringnes looks to score with a jab to the body but Durand is just out of range.
Durand follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jacques Durand showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Durand lands a leg kick that knocks Ringnes off balance momentarily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ringnes . Durand does a little dance to reset his feet.
Durand scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ringnes in his tracks.
Ringnes blocks a head kick by Durand.
Ringnes closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A nice leg kick lands there from Durand.
Durand is looking to slow Ringnes down with leg kicks.
Durand tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#CL2#
Ringnes gets tackled into the ropes by Durand. Durand maintains the clinch.
Nice body punch from Durand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ringnes lands a left hand.
Durand lands with a short shot to the head.
Durand misses with a body punch.
Ringnes tries to work over Durand's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Durand creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Ringnes 's defenses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ringnes lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Durand is leaning against Ringnes and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#BC2#
Durand breaks from the clinch.
Durand lands with a kick to the ribs.
Ringnes has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Durand.
Durand lands with a hook. Ringnes tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
A thudding body kick lands there by Durand!
Ringnes swings away with a body shot that misses
and Durand counters with a good, hard body kick but Ringnes shrugs it off.
Ringnes takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Durand scores with a hook to the body. Ringnes takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Ringnes misses with a right hand
and Durand counters with a nice uppercut.
Durand scores with a jab to the body.
Durand keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ringnes .
Ringnes backing away here, and Durand unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Jacques Durand seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Durand throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Ringnes misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Ringnes takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Arild Ringnes has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Durand connects with a high kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Durand.
Durand pushes Ringnes away with a front kick.
Durand lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Durand throws the kick towards the body but Ringnes avoids it.
Ringnes rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Durand counters with a three punch combo that has Ringnes backing up. Ringnes nods at Durand to acknowledge the strikes.
Ringnes dips to his left and cracks Durand with an uppercut!
Durand bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A nice inside leg kick there by Durand. That's going to slow Ringnes down.
Ringnes swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ringnes on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Durand tries to clinch but Ringnes moves out of range.
Ringnes has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Ringnes there as he acknowledges the shot.
Durand digs a good hook to Ringnes 's body. #T3#
Ringnes lands with a thumping leg kick.
The crowd cheers as Durand lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ringnes doesn't seem phased though.
Ringnes rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Durand connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Durand avoids the body shot from Ringnes .
Durand paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Durand with a hook.
Ringnes throws an off balance right hand
and Durand counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Durand lands a glancing blow to the side of Ringnes 's head.
A big left from Ringnes misses.
A nice side step and Durand releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Durand lands a jab.
Durand connects with a crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Durand tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Ringnes counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
Ringnes on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Durand misses with a body kick.
Ringnes misses with the combination.
Ringnes takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Jacques Durand is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ringnes on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Durand tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ringnes swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ringnes takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Durand doesn't manage to clinch there - Ringnes circles away.
Ringnes on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Durand. Durand obviously looking to wear him down.
Durand throws a good cross that connects.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jacques Durand comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Durand has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight for Jacques Durand!
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight for Jacques Durand!
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight for Jacques Durand!

Jacques Durand wins by unanimous decision!

Jacques Durand is the new super heavyweight champion!
An out of breath Jacques Durand thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: AKF 21 | Robbins vs. Beukeboom     
Date:   Oct 09, 2021
#R1#
Ringnes tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Quick manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A right-left combo lands from Ringnes .
Ringnes darts in trying to clinch
and Quick counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ringnes fails with an attempt to clinch.
Ringnes 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.#CL2#
Ringnes rushes Quick and presses him up against the ropes.
Quick tries to land a knee to the head but Ringnes blocks with his arms.
Quick scores with a shoulder strike.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Quick tries a knee to the head but Ringnes blocks it.
Quick is trying to break the clinch but Ringnes has him pressed against the ropes.
Quick lands an uppercut.#BC#
Quick manages to break the clinch.
Ringnes swings for the body but Quick moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A shot to the liver by Quick. Beautiful body shot.
Quick throws a low kick but Ringnes avoids it.
Quick has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Defiant in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
Ringnes throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A punch combination from Ringnes misses.
Quick appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#CL2#
Ringnes instigates a clinch.
Quick throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Ringnes blocks it with crossed arms.
Quick tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Ringnes pushes Quick back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ringnes scores with a shoulder strike.
Ringnes putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Quick in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Quick is breathing heavily.
Ringnes scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ringnes .
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Quick pushes off an throws an elbow but Ringnes leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Ringnes lands a shot to the body.
Quick using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Ringnes has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
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!
Ringnes gets through Quick's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Quick tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Quick with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #T2#
Ringnes lands with a left to the head.
Ringnes pushes Quick back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Still in the clinch, Ringnes scores with a nice short uppercut.
Ringnes lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Ringnes lands a shot to the body.
Ringnes lands a body punch.
Ringnes makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Ringnes .
Ringnes throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Quicks head.
Ringnes lands a body punch in the clinch.
Ringnes softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Ringnes lands with a short shot to the head.
Ringnes lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Ringnes lands with a light punch inside.
A short left from Ringnes .
Quick looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Ringnes lands with a light punch inside.
Quick blocking some punches.
Quick with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Ringnes putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Quick in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.#T3#
Ringnes lands with a light punch inside.
Ringnes prevents a body shot from Quick.
Ringnes works on Quick's body with a couple of short punches.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Ringnes creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Quick throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Ringnes lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Quick with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A left hand lands to the body for Ringnes .
Ringnes lands with a light punch inside.
Ringnes lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ringnes makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Quick misses with a punch on the inside.
Ringnes stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Ringnes lands an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Quick throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Ringnes blocks it with crossed arms.
Ringnes softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
A short right from Ringnes on the inside.
Ringnes lands an uppercut.
Ringnes tries to work over Quick's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ringnes .#ROC2#Quick is rocked!
Quick with an attempt at a knee that misses. #T4#
Ringnes lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Quick backwards.
Ringnes makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Oh Quick is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Quick with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Quick seems to have got his legs back now.
Ringnes throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Ringnes makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ringnes lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Ringnes creates a bit of space for himself and unleashed what can only be described as a tiger uppercut, straight out of Street Fighter! Quick crashes to the mat! Can he make it back to his feet in time? 3,4,5,6... it doesn't look like he's going to make it! Quick face plants back to the mat and the referee calls off the fight! Ringnes takes it with a brutal technical knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Arild Ringnes !
Arild Ringnes is the new super heavyweight champion!
Arild Ringnes very nearly forgot to thank HELLS BALLS RECOVERY amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: AKF 17 | Blackmane vs. Turner     
Date:   Sep 11, 2021
#R1#
Ringnes tries a head kick but it misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bandichoo! But no joy.
Ringnes pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bandichoo blocks a jab.
Ringnes looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Ringnes blocks the body kick.
Bandichoo throws a head kick but Ringnes moves out of range.
Bandichoo lands a nice shot that snaps Ringnes 's head back.
Taz Bandichoo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ringnes with a nice calf kick.
Bandichoo looks to throw the jab but Ringnes is out of range.
Ringnes drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Bandichoo connects with an inside leg kick.
Bandichoo throws a jab when Ringnes was well out of range.
Bandichoo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've been informed that Bandichoo has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Bandichoo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bandichoo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bandichoo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ringnes .
Ringnes throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #CUT#It looks like Taz Bandichoo has been cut.
Ringnes on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bandichoo misses with a leg kick
and Ringnes makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Bandichoo really felt that one!
Ringnes takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bandichoo pushes Ringnes away with a front kick.
Ringnes blocks a jab.#T1#
Bandichoo takes one to the chin there.
Bandichoo misses with a wild body shot.
Ringnes moves out of range of the body kick.
Bandichoo avoids the body shot from Ringnes .
Ringnes lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bandichoo connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bandichoo jabs at Ringnes 's body.
Ringnes throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bandichoo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bandichoo throws a leg kick but Ringnes checks it.
Bandichoo throws a combination. Ringnes tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Nice defenses there by Ringnes .
Bandichoo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
It seemed like Bandichoo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Crunch! Ringnes slams his shin into Bandichoo's torso.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bandichoo throws a hook but Ringnes blocks it.
Bandichoo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ringnes went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Ringnes moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Ringnes will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Bandichoo throws a leg kick but Ringnes moved away.
Some wild striking there from Bandichoo. #T2#
Bandichoo throws an off balance right hand
and Ringnes connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bandichoo takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bandichoo misses with a head kick.
Ringnes scores with a sloppy right hand. Bandichoo should have avoided that one.
Bandichoo takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bandichoo looks winded!
Bandichoo throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ringnes counters with a big head kick out of nowhere, perfectly timed, sending Bandichoo crashing to the mat! Bandichoo is trying to stumble back to his feet... will he beat the count? We're at 5,6,7,8,9,10! He's out! Ringnes takes this one thanks to a picture pefect counter strike.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Arild Ringnes !
Arild Ringnes gave a mention to HELLS BALLS RECOVERY in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: AKF 13 | Cobb vs. Saint     
Date:   Aug 14, 2021
#R1#
Bellafontane swinging wildly here.
Bellafontane rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ringnes moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bellafontane throws a series of punches but Ringnes avoids them all with ease.
A decent looking cross lands there for Ringnes .#KD#
Ringnes scores with a jab and follows up with an uppercut that drops Bellafontane to his knees! He bounces straight back to his feet but is forced to take the mandatory standing 8 count before he's allowed to continue. We're back under way and the fighters meet in the middle of the canvas to re-engage.#CUT#It looks like Sam Bellafontane has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bellafontane throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ringnes moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Bellafontane looks winded!
Bellafontane fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bellafontane rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ringnes moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ringnes throws a quick counter head kick but Bellafontane was just out of range.
Ringnes lands with a shot to the body.
Bellafontane stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ringnes .
Ringnes cracks Bellafontane with a perfect right hand that drops him to the mat! Bellafontane is sitting up but I can't see if he's OK from my position. The referee's count has reached 5,6,7 and Bellafontane is still not up. Can he make it? 8,9,10! He's out! Bellafontane could not beat the count!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Arild Ringnes !
Arild Ringnes very nearly forgot to thank HELLS BALLS RECOVERY amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: Ambush 10: Ringnes VS Tharrier     
Date:   Jul 24, 2021
#R1#
Tharrier just misses with a punch to the body.
Tharrier lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ringnes at a distance.
Ringnes takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tharrier slips a straight right by Ringnes .
Ringnes takes one to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
Tharrier throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ringnes avoids a kick to the body.
Ringnes takes one to the chin there.
Thom Tharrier seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ringnes connects with a body shot.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ringnes lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Tharrier has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tharrier and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tharrier tries a quick counter leg kick but Ringnes is wise to it.
Tharrier fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tharrier misses with a lunging right hand
and Ringnes counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tharrier punishes Ringnes 's body with a nice straight punch.
Tharrier throws a leg kick but Ringnes sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tharrier lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ringnes circles away quickly and effectively.
Ringnes moves out of range of the strikes.
Ringnes throwing a counter right hand but Tharrier manages to avoid it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tharrier.
Ringnes lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tharrier throws an overhand right that lands on Ringnes 's shoulder, as Ringnes tries to avoid the shot. #KD2#
Ringnes ducks into a a hook from Tharrier and goes down! He looks in a bit of a mess; will he beat the count?! 4,5,6,7,8 - he's up and looking to carry on! The referee looks into his eyes and sees that he's OK to continue!
A punch combination from Ringnes misses. #T1#
Ringnes lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Ringnes getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Ringnes connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tharrier. Tharrier circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Ringnes slips a straight right by Tharrier.
Tharrier swings for the body but Ringnes moves out of range.
Good leg kick by Tharrier.
Tharrier connects with a jab.
Tharrier swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tharrier throws a body shot but no joy.
Ringnes 's corner calls for a 1-2. Ringnes obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Ringnes is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Ringnes on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ringnes ducks under a wild hook from Tharrier.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Ringnes checks a leg kick.
Tharrier misses the shot to the body.
Ringnes with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tharrier throws a low kick but Ringnes moves out of range easily.
Tharrier throws a body shot but no joy.
Tharrier lands a right hook to the body.
Ringnes misses with a double jab. #T2#
Tharrier takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tharrier takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tharrier looks winded!
Tharrier moves into range and connects with a jab.
A nice inside leg kick there by Ringnes . That's going to slow Tharrier down.
Ringnes connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tharrier fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ringnes manages to avoid it.
Ringnes scores with a one two! Tharrier had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Tharrier rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Ringnes counter with a right hand.
Tharrier misses with a hook. Ringnes ducked under it nicely.
Ringnes throws a counter high kick but Tharrier was just alert enough to avoid it.
Tharrier throws an off balance right hand
and Ringnes counters with an inside leg kick.
Ringnes checks the leg kick.
Ringnes cracks Tharrier with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tharrier misses with a left hand
and Tharrier takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tharrier takes one to the chin there.
A shot to the body from Tharrier misses
and Ringnes counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ringnes ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tharrier misses with a body punch
and Ringnes counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ringnes uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tharrier. #T3#
A jab lands there for Ringnes .
Good standup being displayed there by Ringnes as he connects with a hook.
Ringnes throws a switch kick that catches Tharrier on the top of the head and drops him to the canvas! Tharrier looks hurt - I'm not sure he's going to get back up! The referee starts the count but calls it off at seven as Tharrier flops around on the canvas, clearly in no position to continue! This fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Arild Ringnes !
Jumping up and down and very excited, Arild Ringnes waved his t-shirt featuring HELLS BALLS RECOVERY's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: PFC 266 Poli vs Graves     
Date:   May 16, 2021
#R1#
Ringnes throws a shot from downtown. McGuire moves away and avoids it.
Ringnes loads up on a big right hand but McGuire slips the punch.
Good work by Ringnes as he checks the leg kick.
McGuire blocks a jab.
McGuire checks the leg kick.
McGuire looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A shot to the liver by Ringnes . Beautiful body shot.
McGuire throws a lazy right hand but Ringnes sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ringnes throws a shot from downtown. McGuire moves away and avoids it.
Ringnes misses with a body punch #CL#
and McGuire holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
McGuire keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Ringnes 's efforts to push away.
Ringnes is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Ringnes wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Ringnes looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
McGuire with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Ringnes has had enough of the clinch but McGuire keeps him there for the moment.
McGuire digs a right hand into Ringnes 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ringnes 's gas tank.
McGuire holding his opponent close, against the cage. #T1#
Ringnes tries to circle away but McGuire has him pinned against the cage.
McGuire scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC2#
Ringnes escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The fighters circle momentarily. McGuire darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A shot to the body from McGuire misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
McGuire throws an overhand right that lands on Ringnes 's shoulder, as Ringnes tries to avoid the shot.
Ringnes looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A leg kick checked by Ringnes .
McGuire's corner calls for a 1-2. McGuire obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CUT#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
Ringnes looks to land a right hand but McGuire moved out of range.
McGuire is looking to counter with a body kick.
Ringnes has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McGuire.
Ringnes throws out a loose jab but McGuire uses good head movement to avoid it.
McGuire feinted there with a counter leg kick.
McGuire dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Ringnes . That did some damage!
Ringnes misses with an uppercut. McGuire saw that one coming.
And McGuire counters with a quick kick to the body but Ringnes blocks it.#KD#
McGuire lands a big head kick that sends Ringnes tumbling to the mat! McGuire takes a step backwards and waves Ringnes back to his feet - he wants the finish!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ringnes throws a hook but McGuire avoids it easily.
McGuire keeps Ringnes at a distance using the push kick. #T2#
McGuire scores with a body shot.
Ringnes looks winded!
McGuire scores with a spinning back kick!#KD#
McGuire cracks Ringnes with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Ringnes looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can McGuire finish him? #ROC#Ringnes is rocked!
Ringnes switches off momentarily and McGuire cracks him with a monster right hand! Ringnes topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as McGuire dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by McGuire!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bryer McGuire!
Our winner, Bryer McGuire, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: KOM FW & HW Final     
Date:   Apr 18, 2021
#R1#
Sparxx takes a jab right on the kisser.
Ringnes thows a leg kick but Sparxx checks it
enabling Sparxx to counter with a crisp jab.
Sparxx missing with a left hand there. Ringnes was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sparxx looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sparxx slips under a jab from Ringnes .
An attempted straight right counter from Sparxx misses the target.
A low kick lands for Sparxx.
A telegraphed right hand from Sparxx misses the target.
We've been informed that Ringnes has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Sparxx is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ringnes .
Sparxx throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sparxx digs a good hook to Ringnes 's body.
Ringnes misses with a looping left.
Sparxx paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Ringnes avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Sparxx connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ringnes misses the jab.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A jab from Sparxx misses.
Ringnes swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sparxx misses with a left hand
and Ringnes connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sparxx defending well as Ringnes loads up on a big left hand.
Ringnes loads up on a big right hand but Sparxx slips the punch.
Sparxx bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Ringnes 's head.
Ringnes lands with a straight right. Sparxx didn't see that one coming.
Sparxx uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ringnes .
Sparxx misses with a hook. Ringnes ducked under it nicely.
Sparxx throws a big shot that misses.
A little jabbing left from Ringnes on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Ringnes takes one to the chin there.
Ringnes throws an overhand right that lands on Sparxx's shoulder, as Sparxx tries to avoid the shot.
Sparxx tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A big left from Ringnes misses.
Sparxx cracks Ringnes with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sparxx misses with a lunging right hand
and Sparxx takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sparxx looks to land a left hand but Ringnes moved out of range nicely.
Sparxx throws a jab when Ringnes was well out of range.
Ringnes might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Sparxx ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ringnes moves away.
A big left from Ringnes misses.
Ringnes showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Sparxx.
Ringnes feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sparxxs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Sparxx takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice defenses there by Ringnes .
Ringnes misses with an uppercut.
Sparxx throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sparxx is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ringnes .
Sparxx looks to throw the jab but Ringnes is out of range. #T2#
Sparxx tries a head kick but it misses.
Ringnes jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It looked like Sparxx wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ringnes pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ringnes defending well as Sparxx loads up on a big left hand.
Sparxx misses with a jab, cross combination.
Sparxx lands with a hook. Ringnes tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Ringnes scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Sparxx looks to score with a jab to the body but Ringnes is just out of range.
Ringnes displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sparxx throws out the jab.
Ringnes swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sparxx blocks a jab.
A jab from Ringnes misses.
Ringnes throws a big shot that misses.
Sparxx avoids a punch combination nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Sparxx on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ringnes throws a hook but Sparxx blocks it.
Good leg kick by Ringnes .
Nice defenses there by Sparxx.
Sparxx is looking to counter punch.
Ringnes throws a low kick, looking for Sparxx's leg but Sparxx calmly moves out of range.
Sparxx looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Sparxx misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Sparxx scores with a jab.
Sparxx moves out of range as Ringnes strikes.
Sparxx avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A big right from Ringnes misses.
Sparxx throws out a loose jab but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Good leg kick by Sparxx.
Sparxx slips a jab from Ringnes .
Ringnes staying out of range there.
Sparxx stuns Ringnes with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Ringnes moves out of range as Sparxx strikes.
Sparxx misses with an uppercut. Ringnes saw that one coming.
The fighters circling - Sparxx throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sparxx throws a right hand that misses
and Ringnes cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sparxx throws a low kick, looking for Ringnes 's leg but Ringnes calmly moves out of range.
Sparxx misses with a head kick.
Sparxx misses with a straight left.
Ringnes throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A solid body kick from Sparxx.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sparxx defending well as Ringnes loads up on a big left hand.
Sparxx defending well as Ringnes loads up on a big left hand. #T4#
Sparxx throws a sloppy head kick and Ringnes moves out of range easily.
Sparxx slips a jab from Ringnes .
Ringnes 's corner calls for a 1-2. Ringnes obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Ringnes is looking to score with low kicks.
A jab from Sparxx does it's job there.
Ringnes steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sparxx.
Sparxx throws out a loose jab but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ringnes on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Sparxx tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ringnes was well out of range. Poor timing from Sparxx.
Sparxx looks to throw the jab but Ringnes is out of range.
A little jabbing left from Ringnes on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sparxx avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ringnes displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sparxx throws out the jab.
Ringnes throws a right and a left that Sparxx avoids nicely.
Sparxx feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Ringnes looks to throw the jab but Sparxx is out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A big right from Ringnes misses.
It looked like Sparxx was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Ringnes .
Ringnes uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sparxx.
Ringnes ducks right into an uppercut from Sparxx.
Ringnes lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Sparxx throws a right and a left that Ringnes avoids nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gary Sparxx dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Ringnes waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sparxx.
It looked like Sparxx wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A jab from Sparxx finds it's way through Ringnes 's defenses. #CUT#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
Ringnes misses with the combination.
Ringnes moves out of range as Sparxx strikes.
Gary Sparxx is winning the standup battle so far.
Ringnes uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sparxx.
A big left from Sparxx misses.
Ringnes throws a counter combo.
Nice defenses there by Sparxx.
Sparxx connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ringnes misses with an uppercut
and Sparxx counters with a slapping leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sparxx. Ringnes does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ringnes cracks Sparxx with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ringnes lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Sparxx lands an overhand right.
Ringnes throws a right hand that Sparxx ducks under and follows up with a left that Sparxx also avoids with ease.
Arild Ringnes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sparxx scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Ringnes showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Sparxx.
Ringnes appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Ringnes throws out a loose jab but Sparxx uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sparxx bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T1#
Ringnes throws a jab but it's blocked by Sparxx.
Sparxx is looking to counter punch.
Sparxx takes a swing at Ringnes 's ribcage but misses.
Ringnes misses the jab.
Sparxx connects with a body shot that sends Ringnes 's belly button to the back.
Sparxx is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ringnes can do to turn this around?#KD#
Sparxx cracks Ringnes with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Sparxx has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Ringnes to stand back up!#KD#
Sparxx feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Ringnes sprawling to the canvas! Ringnes rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Sparxx finish him?! #ROC#Ringnes is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Crack! Sparxx connects with the perfect overhand right and Ringnes falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Sparxx!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Gary Sparxx!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Gary Sparxx made sure he mentioned Altitude Clothing, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

 

Event: KOM Heavyweight Semi FInals     
Date:   Mar 21, 2021
#R1#
Ringnes throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ringnes swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Alatalo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Alatalo drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CUT2#It looks like Mikko Alatalo has been cut.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Ringnes misses with an uppercut.
Ringnes scores with a nice strike.
Ringnes loads up on a big right hand but Alatalo slips the punch.
Ringnes bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Ringnes scores with a decent looking hook.
Alatalo throws a low kick but Ringnes moves out of range easily.
A shot to the liver by Alatalo. Beautiful body shot.
Alatalo connects with a solid leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Alatalo throws a jab but it's blocked by Ringnes .
Jab by Ringnes .
Alatalo throws a leg kick but Ringnes checks it.
Alatalo scores with a jab. Ringnes acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #KD2#
Ringnes cracks Alatalo with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Alatalo looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Ringnes finish him? #ROC2#Alatalo is rocked!
Ringnes sees an opening and throws a straight punch right through Alatalo's defenses. It connects perfectly with Alatalo's jaw and knocks him out cold! Wow - that's a contender for knockout of the year - absolutely brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Arild Ringnes !
Arild Ringnes gave a mention to HELLS BALLS RECOVERY in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: MMMA Kings of Madness 9(HW)     
Date:   Feb 28, 2021
#R1#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Santiago checks a leg kick.
Jab, jab by Ringnes - just one landing.
Ringnes tests Santiago's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A solid leg kick lands there for Ringnes .
Ringnes connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Santiago's hands.
Ringnes staying out of range there.
Santiago rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ringnes moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ringnes loads up on a big right hand but Santiago slips the punch.
Santiago lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Santiago misses with a hook.
A low kick lands for Ringnes .
Santiago takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Ringnes scores with a jab to the head.
Ringnes looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ringnes throws a solid leg kick but Santiago takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Ringnes .
Ringnes swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Santiago cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ringnes on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Ringnes is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Santiago swinging wildly here. #T1#
A decent looking cross lands there for Ringnes .
Ringnes drops Santiago with a big left hand! Santiago is injured, injured bad! Ringnes jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arild Ringnes !
Arild Ringnes very nearly forgot to thank HELLS BALLS RECOVERY amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
The defeated Dodong Santiago had this to say: 'Well I'm not young anymore. Let's be real lets give this kids a chance to level up. Buy I'm not going anywhere ill fight till I collapse.. #KINGOFFARTMMA '.

 

Event: MMMA Kings of Madness 3 (HW)     
Date:   Feb 06, 2021
#R1#
Crimson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ringnes swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ringnes circles away from the clinch attempt.
Arild Ringnes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ringnes lands a leg kick that knocks Crimson off balance momentarily.
Ringnes looks to land a right hand but Crimson moved out of range.
Crimson wants to counter with a clinch but Ringnes pushes him away.
Crimson walks into a straight right hand from Ringnes .
Ringnes throws out a loose jab but Crimson uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL2#
Crimson has closed the distance and engaged Ringnes in a clinch.
Crimson is looking to control Ringnes 's arms but Ringnes gets an underhook and turns him. Now Crimson has his back to the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Crimson with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
I was talking to Ringnes 's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#BC#
Ringnes pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Crimson ducks under a wild hook from Ringnes .
Ringnes throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Crimson let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Ringnes is looking to slow Crimson down with leg kicks.
Ringnes swings widly with a right hand
and Crimson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Crimson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Crimson ducks under a wild hook from Ringnes .
Crimson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ringnes paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ringnes connects with the punch.
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!
Ringnes checks a leg kick.#T1#
Ringnes scores with a hook to the body. Crimson takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Ringnes does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Ringnes lands a nice leg kick that just misses Crimson's sensitive parts.
Crimson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Ringnes throws a good cross that connects. #CUT#It looks like Culver Crimson has been cut.
Ringnes swats away the attempt to clinch by Crimson.
Crimson tries to clinch up but Ringnes circles away and keeps his distance.
Ringnes connects with a looping right hand.
Crimson tries to close the distance and clinch but Ringnes swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ringnes throws a body punch but Crimson moves out of range.
Crimson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Crimson doesn't manage to clinch there - Ringnes circles away.
Crimson tries to close the distance and clinch but Ringnes swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Crimson wants to clinch.#T2#
A low kick lands for Ringnes .
Ringnes scores with a hook.
Crimson takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The crowd cheers as Ringnes lands an impressive looking overhand right. Crimson doesn't seem phased though.
Ringnes drops his hands momentarily and Crimson takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #KD#
Ringnes feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Crimson sprawling to the canvas! Crimson rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Ringnes finish him?! #ROC#Crimson is rocked!
Ringnes turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Crimson is still on wobbly legs! Can Ringnes finish him?
Crimson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ringnes paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ringnes knocks out Crimson with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Ringnes before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Ringnes picks up the big W with a huge KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Arild Ringnes !
An out of breath and clearly excited Arild Ringnes thanked HELLS BALLS RECOVERY for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: TC 18 Mil $ GP vol 3.2     
Date:   Dec 12, 2020
#R1#
Ringnes throws a good cross that connects. #CUT2#It looks like Neville Southall has been cut.
Ringnes connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ringnes throws a series of punches but Southall avoids them all with ease.
A little feinted left hand from Southall on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ringnes throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ringnes fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Southall checks it well.
Ringnes throws an off balance right hand
and Southall counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Southall throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Ringnes looks winded!#TD#
Southall shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Ringnes manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ringnes preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Southall loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ringnes preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Southall trying to control but Ringnes is working from the bottom.
Southall postures up and lands a big shot to Ringnes 's brow.
Southall throws a big right hand that misses.
Southall keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Ringnes 's head.#T1#
Southall missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Southall postures up and lands a big shot to Ringnes 's brow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Southall postures up in Ringnes 's guard and throws a big left but Ringnes blocks it.
Southall throws a big elbow that misses.
Southall with a flurry of punches that miss.
Southall loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Southall wants to control from the top but Ringnes keeps moving.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Southall accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Southall is looking to work some ground and pound but Ringnes has wrist control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Southall is looking to work some ground and pound but Ringnes has wrist control.
Southall postures up in Ringnes 's guard and throws a big left but Ringnes blocks it.
Southall distracts Ringnes with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T2#
Southall trying to control but Ringnes is working from the bottom.
Southall is looking to work some ground and pound but Ringnes has wrist control.
Southall trying to control but Ringnes is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Southall is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Ringnes is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Ringnes has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Southall trying to control the position.
Ringnes stopping the sweep attempt from Southall.
Southall is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T3#
Ringnes stays in close to Southall's body and controls the position.
Southall scores with a nice shot.
Ringnes passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Southall punching from the bottom.
Southall is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Southall is looking to control Ringnes 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Southall avoid being mounted?
Ringnes blocks the strikes from Southall.
Southall wants to improve his position but Ringnes is controlling well. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ringnes lands with a punch from half guard.
Southall makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Southall.
Southall throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Southall is trying to control the position but Ringnes postures up.
Southall doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Southall slips under a jab.
Ringnes doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ringnes takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CUT#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
Arild Ringnes is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#KD#
Southall drops Ringnes with a beautiful combination! Ringnes stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Southall is looking for the KO!#ROC#Ringnes is rocked!
Southall is looking for an opening here. He's unloaded a big left hand that catches Ringnes flush on the jaw and sends him tumbling to the canvas! Ringnes is out cold! Southall holds back from landing any unnecessary shots to his unconscious opponent, as the referee reacts slowly to the situation. A brutal knockout and then some excellent sportsmanship - this guy is my new favorite fighter!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Neville Southall!

 

Event: TC 14 Mil $ GP vol 2.1     
Date:   Nov 14, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ringnes is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McGuire 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.
Nice uppercut there from Ringnes .#CL2#
Ringnes takes the fight into the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Ringnes as McGuire tries to tie him up.
McGuire can't find room to land a body shot as Ringnes controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ringnes .
McGuire lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
A left hand lands to the body for McGuire.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, McGuire creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ringnes 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as McGuire takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Ringnes blocks a body shot from McGuire.
McGuire managing to block the knees to the body from Ringnes .
Ringnes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ringnes . #T1#
McGuire digs a right hand underneath Ringnes 's ribcage. Ringnes let out a lung full of air as it connected.
McGuire lands with a light punch inside.
McGuire misses with the head strike.
McGuire misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ringnes .
Ringnes landing knees to the body.
A hook to the body from McGuire.
Ringnes looks winded!
McGuire blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Knees in the clinch landing for McGuire.
McGuire displaying some good clinch control by pressing Ringnes up against the cage.
McGuire misses with a hook to the ribs.
McGuire misses with some punches.
Ringnes blocks an elbow strike from McGuire.
Ringnes blocks a body shot from McGuire.
A short right from McGuire on the inside.
McGuire blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The referee calls for McGuire to work. #T2#
McGuire working some nice short punches in the clinch.
McGuire pushes Ringnes back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ringnes keeps the fight in the clinch, despite McGuire's efforts to push away.
McGuire makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ringnes throws a punch but it's blocked by McGuire.
McGuire lands a right hand.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McGuire.
McGuire misses with a short punch on the inside.
McGuire lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Ringnes has a couple of punches blocked by McGuire.
McGuire is trying to maintain a safe position but Ringnes gets an underhook and turns McGuire into the cage.
Ringnes takes a knee to the side of the body.
McGuire blocks an uppercut.
Ringnes misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from McGuire.
McGuire lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ringnes .
McGuire lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T3#
McGuire tries to land a knee to the head but Ringnes blocks with his arms.
McGuire tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ringnes 's elbow.
McGuire tries to work over Ringnes 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McGuire blocks an uppercut.
McGuire misses with a punch to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from McGuire.
McGuire landing knees to the head. #CUT#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
McGuire lands with a light punch inside.
A short left from McGuire.
A short uppercut from Ringnes .
McGuire with a knee to the head.
McGuire lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ringnes missing with knees to the body.
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McGuire lands with a light punch inside.
A shot in the inside from McGuire.
McGuire makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ringnes throws a punch but it's blocked by McGuire. #T4#
McGuire throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
McGuire stalling in the clinch.
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside.
McGuire misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ringnes throws a punch but it's blocked by McGuire.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
McGuire stalling the fight.
McGuire misses with a knee strike.
Ringnes scores with a nice hook to the head.
McGuire with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
McGuire content to slow the pace in the clinch.
McGuire lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ringnes is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McGuire is defending well for now.
Ringnes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McGuire missing with knees to the body.
Ringnes has thrown a lot of knees so far in this fight and we're lead to believe that's something he's been working on the gym prior to this fight.
Ringnes on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Ringnes tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McGuire lands a nice shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bryer McGuire dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Arild Ringnes 's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Ringnes rushes McGuire and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
McGuire misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ringnes .
McGuire tries to circle away but Ringnes has him pinned against the cage.
McGuire is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Ringnes is defending well for now.
Ringnes scores with a nice hook to the head.
McGuire managing to block the knees to the body from Ringnes .
McGuire lands a hook that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Bryer McGuire has scored more points in the clinch so far.
McGuire stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
McGuire lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ringnes .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire with an attempt at a knee that misses.
McGuire is working Ringnes over against the cage.
McGuire scores with a nice hook to the head.
Ringnes utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
McGuire is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ringnes can do to turn this around?
Ringnes struggles to land a body shot inside as McGuire controls his hands. #T1#
McGuire crunches a lovely knee into Ringnes 's ribcage.
Ringnes is breathing heavily.
McGuire lands a hook to the side of the head.
McGuire lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
McGuire lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
McGuire effectively controlling the action here.
McGuire lands a good knee to the midsection. Ringnes won't want to take too many of those.
Ringnes letting McGuire take a breather here.
Ringnes tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and McGuire avoids it.
McGuire can't find room to land a body shot as Ringnes controls the action.
Ringnes blocks an uppercut.
McGuire landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Ringnes lands a nice knee to the body.
McGuire misses with a hook from the clinch.
McGuire lands a hook that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McGuire scores with a hook to the body.#T2#
McGuire working aggressively here.
A short left from McGuire.
Ringnes letting McGuire take a breather here.
McGuire is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Ringnes is defending well for now.
McGuire landing knees to the head.
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from McGuire - that landed with a thud.
Ringnes misses with a hook from the clinch.
McGuire scores with a nice hook to the head.
McGuire just leaning against Ringnes , taking a breather.
McGuire connects with a knee to the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McGuire.
McGuire holding his opponent close, against the cage.
McGuire lands a knee to the body.
McGuire lands a shoulder strike. #T3#
McGuire landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
McGuire misses with a knee to the head.
McGuire scores a nice knee to the body. #BC#
McGuire escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ringnes moves forwards but McGuire connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A good leg kick by McGuire.
McGuire wants to clinch up but Ringnes keeps it at a distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from McGuire. Ringnes does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ringnes misses with an uppercut. McGuire saw that one coming.
Ringnes misses with a lunging right hand #CL#
and McGuire counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
McGuire lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for McGuire.
McGuire throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Ringnes blocks it with crossed arms.
McGuire tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ringnes 's elbow.
McGuire connects with a knee to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ringnes swings wildly with an uppercut but McGuire uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Ringnes 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
McGuire gets through Ringnes 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC#
McGuire breaks from the clinch.
Ringnes moves in looking to clinch but McGuire pushes him off.
McGuire thinks about countering with a head kick.
McGuire tries a head kick but it misses.
Nice shot by Ringnes .
McGuire throws a wild body kick that Ringnes sees coming a mile off.
Ringnes tries to clinch
and McGuire counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
McGuire fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ringnes has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
McGuire tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ringnes manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
McGuire works Ringnes 's body with a nice hook.
Ringnes throws a body punch but McGuire moves out of range.
McGuire keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ringnes .
McGuire with the inside leg kick.
McGuire connects with an inside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bryer McGuire dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Arild Ringnes 's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Ringnes misses with a wild body shot.
McGuire ducks right into an uppercut from Ringnes .
Ringnes takes one on the button.
A looping hook to the body misses from McGuire. Ringnes does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ringnes wants to clinch up but McGuire keeps it at a distance.
McGuire swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
McGuire just misses with a punch to the body.
Ringnes darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
McGuire keeps the fight on the outside.
Ringnes misses with a low kick.
Ringnes is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Ringnes walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. McGuire checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ringnes 's sensitive parts.
Ringnes tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ringnes is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McGuire seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Ringnes moves out of range as McGuire throws a body kick. #CL2#
Ringnes clinches up with McGuire and pushes him back against the cage.#T1##BC#
McGuire manages to break the clinch.
McGuire lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
McGuire is looking to score with low kicks.
McGuire avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #KD#
McGuire sends Ringnes crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! McGuire is motioning to the referee to let Ringnes up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#Ringnes is rocked!
McGuire catches Ringnes with a right, a left, a right. It's raining punches and Ringnes forgot an umbrella! Another punch and he's down. This one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Bryer McGuire!
A relieved looking Bryer McGuire thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: TC 11 Mil $ GP vol.1     
Date:   Oct 24, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Babyara works Ringnes 's body with a nice hook.
Babyara 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.
Babyara scores with a hook.#KD2#
Babyara drops Ringnes with a beautiful combination! Ringnes stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Babyara is looking for the KO!#CUT2#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
Ringnes throws a right hand that Babyara ducks under and follows up with a left that Babyara also avoids with ease.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ringnes backs away from a small jab... but Babyara lunges forward with a huge superman punch! Ringnes crumples to the ground as his mouth piece is sent flying! Babyara with a spectacular finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Francisco Babyara!
An out of breath and clearly excited Francisco Babyara thanked Helsinki Xtreme Fightwear for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: TC Wednesday Warriors 2     
Date:   Sep 23, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ringnes jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ringnes smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Chaelsson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ringnes slips under a jab from Chaelsson.
Nice uppercut lands for Chaelsson. That snapped Ringnes 's head back.
Chaelsson connects with a crisp jab.
Ringnes misses with a looping right.
Chaelsson fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ringnes misses with a hook.
Ringnes is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Ringnes looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Chaelsson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ringnes on the side of the head.#T1#
A jab from Ringnes misses.
Chaelsson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ringnes on the wrong end of a nice jab.
A big left from Chaelsson misses.
Ringnes wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Chaelsson has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Chaelsson avoids the body shot from Ringnes .
Chaelsson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Chaelsson lands a head shot.
Chaelsson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Ringnes lands a slapping body shot.
Chaelsson is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Ringnes had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Chaelsson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Chaelsson throws a jab when Ringnes was well out of range.#T2#
Ringnes uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Chaelsson.
Chaelsson is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ringnes sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
As Chaelsson tries to get set, Ringnes tries to push him back and clinch up but Chaelsson manages to avoid the attempt.
Chaelsson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ringnes counters with a nice uppercut.
Chaelsson slips a jab and a cross from Ringnes .
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ringnes ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Chaelsson looks to land a left hand but Ringnes moved out of range nicely.
Ringnes blocks a jab.
Chaelsson with a nice cross.
Chaelsson bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ringnes 's head backwards.
Chaelsson throws a poor cross that misses
and Ringnes counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Chaelsson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T3#
Ringnes misses with a straight right.
Chaelsson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ringnes tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Chaelsson manages to circle out of the way.
Chaelsson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Chaelsson might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Ringnes moves out of range of the strikes.
Ringnes stuffs the takedown.
Ringnes tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Chaelsson manages to circle out of the way.
Chaelsson's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ringnes under the eye.
Chaelsson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ringnes sprawls well. Ringnes wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Chaelsson gets slowly back to his feet.
Ringnes is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Chaelsson.
Arild Ringnes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Patrick Chaelsson.
Chaelsson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ringnes circles away.
Ringnes ducks under a wild hook from Chaelsson.#T4#
Ringnes slips a jab from Chaelsson.
Chaelsson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ringnes .
Chaelsson feints the counter takedown.
Ringnes takes a swing at Chaelsson's ribcage but misses.
Ringnes cracks Chaelsson with a right hand to the side of the head.
Ringnes throws a hook but Chaelsson blocks it.
Chaelsson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Chaelsson misses with a straight right.
Ringnes is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Chaelsson.
Ringnes displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Chaelsson throws out the jab.
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!
Ringnes keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Chaelsson.
Ringnes tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Chaelsson manages to circle out of the way.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Chaelsson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Patrick Chaelsson dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Ringnes ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chaelsson moves away.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ringnes , as that shot connected.
Chaelsson throws a shot from downtown. Ringnes moves away and avoids it.
Chaelsson scores with a nice right hand.
Chaelsson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ringnes displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Chaelsson throws out the jab.
Ringnes slaps away a takedown attempt from Chaelsson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ringnes throws a big shot that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chaelsson cracks Ringnes with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Patrick Chaelsson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice defenses there by Chaelsson.
Ringnes thuds a left hand into Chaelsson's body.#T1#
Chaelsson throws a hook to the side of Ringnes 's head but Ringnes sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ringnes seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
A jab from Chaelsson misses.
Ringnes misses with a hook.
A left lands for Chaelsson.
Chaelsson moves out of range of the strikes.
Ringnes walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Ringnes might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Ringnes throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ringnes dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ringnes ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chaelsson moves away.
A swing and a miss from Chaelsson.#T2##CL#
Ringnes closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Ringnes is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Ringnes lands a nice uppercut.
Chaelsson is working for takedown but Ringnes is calmly controlling the position for now.
Arild Ringnes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Patrick Chaelsson.
Chaelsson wants a takedown.
Ringnes tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Chaelsson's elbow.
Ringnes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ringnes lands on the inside with an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chaelsson wants a takedown but no success here.
Our sources have told us that Ringnes has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Ringnes gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Chaelsson.
Chaelsson goes for a takedown attempt but Ringnes pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Ringnes defending well as Chaelsson loads up on a big left hand.
Arild Ringnes is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ringnes throws out a loose jab but Chaelsson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chaelsson with the counter takedown but Ringnes avoids it easily.
Ringnes walks into a left hand. #T3#
Chaelsson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#ROC#Chaelsson is rocked!
Ringnes scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Chaelsson is breathing heavily.
Ringnes throws a shot from downtown. Chaelsson moves away and avoids it.
Chaelsson feints the counter takedown.
Ringnes scores with a shot to the body.
Chaelsson blocks a jab.
Ringnes ducks under a wild hook from Chaelsson.
Ringnes slaps away a takedown attempt from Chaelsson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ringnes tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chaelsson was well out of range. Poor timing from Ringnes .
Chaelsson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Chaelsson looks to land a right hand but Ringnes moved out of range.#T4#
Ringnes lands a slapping body shot.
Ringnes throws an overhand right that drops Chaelsson like a sack of potatoes! Ringnes dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arild Ringnes !
Arild Ringnes gave a mention to HELLS BALLS RECOVERY in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
Patrick Chaelsson spoke after the fight, saying 'WTF???'.

 

Event: TC 1:Pearson vs Ringnes     
Date:   Aug 15, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pearson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Pearson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Pearson chopping away at his opponent's legs. #CL2#
Ringnes clinches with his opponent. #BC#
Pearson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ringnes 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.#CL#
Pearson moves into the clinch.
Ringnes tries to work over Pearson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Pearson breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Ringnes rushes Pearson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Ringnes misses with the head strike.
Ringnes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Pearson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right from Ringnes on the inside.
Pearson tries to break the clinch but Ringnes is controlling the position.
Pearson is trying to break free.
Pearson wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ringnes has him pressed against the cage.
Pearson is trying to push Ringnes away but Ringnes has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Ringnes prevents a body shot from Pearson. #T1#
Ringnes swings wildly with an uppercut but Pearson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ringnes scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC#
Pearson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Pearson tries to close the distance and clinch but Ringnes swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Pearson moves into range and clinches up with Ringnes .
Ringnes tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Pearson avoids it.
Ringnes missing with knees to the body.
Ringnes throws a punch but it's blocked by Pearson.
Ringnes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes lands with a short shot to the head.
Ringnes scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Ringnes 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ringnes gets through Pearson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T2#
Ringnes lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ringnes misses with some punches.
Ringnes lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Pearson blocking some punches.
Nice body punch from Ringnes .
Ringnes lands a body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Pearson.
Ringnes is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Pearson is defending well for now.
Pearson blocking some punches.
Ringnes swings wildly with an uppercut but Pearson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ringnes keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Pearson's efforts to push away.
Ringnes swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T3#
Ringnes swings wildly with an uppercut but Pearson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ringnes lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A head punch on the inside from Ringnes fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ringnes .
Ringnes lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Pearson tries to break free but Ringnes pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Pearson breaks from the clinch.
Ringnes fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pearson manages to avoid it.
Pearson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Pearson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ringnes misses with a two punch combination.
Ringnes throws a low kick but Pearson avoids it.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Ringnes misses with the head strike. #T4#
Ringnes tries to land knees in the clinch but Pearson avoids the damage to the body.
Ringnes throws a head punch that misses.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Pearson tries to break the clinch but Ringnes is controlling the position.
Knees in the clinch landing for Ringnes .
Ringnes has a couple of punches blocked by Pearson.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pearson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ringnes .
Ringnes swings wildly with an uppercut but Pearson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pearson tries to break the clinch but Ringnes is controlling the position. #BC#
Pearson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Pearson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Ringnes instigates a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Arild Ringnes dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Pearson swats away the attempt to clinch by Ringnes .
Pearson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #CL2#
Ringnes moves into range and clinches up with Pearson.
Ringnes putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Pearson in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes misses with some punches.
Pearson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ringnes unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Ringnes throws a head punch that misses.
Ringnes throws a punch but it's blocked by Pearson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ringnes has Pearson pressed against the cage, preventing Pearson from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Ringnes lands a nice uppercut.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Pearson blocking some punches.
Pearson has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T1#
Ringnes throws a punch but it's blocked by Pearson.
Pearson wants to break the clinch but can't.
Ringnes misses with a hook from the clinch.
Pearson wants to break the clinch but can't.
Pearson blocking some punches.
Ringnes working aggressively here.
Ringnes working aggressively here.
Pearson blocks a body shot from Ringnes .
Ringnes throws a punch but it's blocked by Pearson.
Ringnes has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pearson wants to break free but Ringnes has control.
A short right from Ringnes .
Pearson has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Pearson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Pearson throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Ringnes has a couple of punches blocked by Pearson.
Pearson is trying to break free.
Ringnes lands with a left to the head.
Arild Ringnes seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Pearson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Pearson is trying to break free.
Ringnes swings wildly with an uppercut but Pearson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ringnes misses with some punches.
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Pearson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Pearson tries to move into range but Ringnes moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A punch combination from Pearson misses. #T3#
Ringnes throws a hook but Pearson blocks it.
Ringnes misses with a looping left.
Pearson is looking to clinch.
Ringnes dodges the punch combination from Pearson.
A punch combination from Pearson misses.
Pearson will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Ringnes tries to counter by closing the distance.
Pearson misses with the combination.
Pearson throws the kick towards the body but Ringnes avoids it.
A combination from Pearson does no damage.
Pearson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Pearson circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
Ringnes clinches.
Pearson blocking some punches.
Pearson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ringnes misses with the head strike. #T4#
Pearson blocking some punches.
Ringnes lands a right hand that snaps the head of Pearson backwards.
Ringnes throws a head punch that misses.
Nice body punch from Pearson - that landed with a thud.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ringnes has a couple of punches blocked by Pearson.
Pearson wants to break the clinch but can't.
Ringnes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Pearson has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Pearson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ringnes swings wildly with an uppercut but Pearson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ringnes misses with a hook from the clinch.
Pearson lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards. #BC#
Pearson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ringnes is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Arild Ringnes showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Ringnes will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #CL#
Pearson instigates a clinch.
Pearson wants to break the clinch but can't.
Pearson has had enough of the clinch but Ringnes keeps him there for the moment.
Ringnes has a couple of punches blocked by Pearson.
Ringnes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ringnes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Pearson avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Pearson breaks from the clinch.
Norman Pearson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Pearson moves into the clinch successfully.
A left hand lands to the body for Pearson. #BC#
Pearson manages to break the clinch.
The crowd cheers as Pearson lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ringnes doesn't seem phased though.#T1#
Pearson tries to close the distance and clinch but Ringnes swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Pearson misses with a looping right.
Pearson misses the jab.
Ringnes takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Pearson throws a leg kick that misses. #CL2#
Ringnes clinches up against the cage.
Ringnes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Pearson blocks an uppercut.
Pearson wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Ringnes fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ringnes .
A frustrated look appears on Pearson's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Ringnes misses with some punches. #BC#
Pearson breaks the clinch.
Pearson swinging wildly here. #T2#
Ringnes is looking to clinch but Pearson is avoiding it.
Norman Pearson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Pearson closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CL#
Pearson closes the distance and clinches.
A head punch on the inside from Ringnes fails to land.
Pearson tries to circle away but Ringnes has him pinned against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Pearson's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Ringnes fails to land.
Ringnes throws a head punch that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pearson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Pearson is trying to break the clinch but Ringnes is controlling him.
Ringnes prevents Pearson from breaking the clinch.
Ringnes misses with a hook from the clinch.
Pearson wants to break the clinch but can't. #T3#
Ringnes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Pearson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Pearson blocking some punches.
Pearson tries to throw a body punch but Ringnes avoids it by throwing Pearson back against the cage.
Ringnes has Pearson pressed against the cage, preventing Pearson from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Pearson wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Pearson is looking to break free of the clinch but Ringnes has double underhooks.
Arild Ringnes is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Pearson is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Pearson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Pearson misses with a punch to the body.
Pearson tries to circle away but Ringnes has him pinned against the cage.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Pearson tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #BC#
Pearson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Pearson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside.
Ringnes keeps control of Pearson as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Pearson wants to break free but Ringnes has control.
Pearson is trying to break free.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pearson just leaning against Ringnes , taking a breather. #BC#
Pearson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.

And that's the end of the fight!
Norman Pearson showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Ringnes 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 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Arild Ringnes !

An out of breath and clearly excited Arild Ringnes thanked HELLS BALLS RECOVERY for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
Norman Pearson spoke after the fight, saying 'I knew I was better in the clinch so I did my best to get in that area and smash him. Obviously that gameplan didn't work. I will get back to camp and re-evaluate where we went wrong. Thank you all for coming out! '.

 

Event: PFC 181 Pekka vs Steve     
Date:   May 31, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A punch combination from Ringnes misses.
The fighters circling - Phol throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ringnes is looking to counter the offense by Phol and move into the clinch.
Ringnes tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Phol manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Ringnes has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Vale Tudo in the buildup to the fight.
Ringnes throws the left hand but Phol avoids the punch easily.
A slow jab from Phol misses its intended target. #CL#
Ringnes rushes Phol and presses him up against the cage.
Phol lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Phol misses with a hook from the clinch.
Phol lands with a short shot to the head.
Phol struggles to land a body shot inside as Ringnes controls his hands.
Ringnes scores with a shot to the side of Phol's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Phol can't find room to land a body shot as Ringnes controls the action.
Phol tries to throw a body punch but Ringnes avoids it by throwing Phol back against the cage.
Phol lands a nice uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Phol.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A head punch on the inside from Phol fails to land.
A short uppercut from Ringnes .
Phol throws a punch but it's blocked by Ringnes . #T1#
Phol working aggressively here.
Phol tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ringnes 's elbow.
Phol doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Phol swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Phol fails to land.
Phol swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
A hook to the body from Phol.
Phol scores with a nice hook to the head.
Phol working aggressively here.
Phol blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Phol lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Phol tries to throw a body punch but Ringnes avoids it by throwing Phol back against the cage.
Ringnes lands a body shot in the clinch.
Phol working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Ringnes .
Ringnes throws a head punch that misses.
Ringnes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Phol works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Ringnes swings wildly with an uppercut but Phol uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Phol lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Phol working aggressively here.
Ringnes tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Phol's elbow.
Ringnes tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Phol's elbow.
Phol misses with some punches.
Phol lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Phol working aggressively here.
Phol blocks an uppercut.
Ringnes lands a shot to the body.
Phol scores with a nice hook to the head.
Phol tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ringnes 's elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Phol fails to land.
Ringnes scores with a shoulder strike.
Ringnes lands a nice knee to the body.
Phol looks winded!
Ringnes lands a body shot in the clinch.
Ringnes unloads a knee to the mid-section. Phol lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Ringnes lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Phol's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ringnes blocks an uppercut. #T3#
Ringnes scores with a shot to the side of Phol's head.
Ringnes lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ringnes lands a body punch in the clinch.
Phol misses with a body punch.
Phol misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ringnes pushes Phol back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ringnes trying to land knees to the body.
Phol blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Phol tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Phol.
Ringnes lands a nice uppercut.
Phol swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Phol misses with a hook to the ribs.
Phol digs a right hand underneath Ringnes 's ribcage. Ringnes let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ringnes .
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ringnes .
Phol throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Ringnes missing with knees to the body.
Phol lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Phol working aggressively here. #T4#
Ringnes 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Phol blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Phol lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ringnes .
Phol misses with the head strike.
Phol tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ringnes 's elbow.
Phol lands a body punch.
Phol's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ringnes struggles to land a body shot inside as Phol controls his hands.
Phol swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A right handed body shot lands from Phol.
Phol struggles to land a body shot inside as Ringnes controls his hands.
A body shot lands from Phol.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Phol lands a shoulder strike.
A short right from Phol on the inside.
Phol can't find room to land a body shot as Ringnes controls the action.
Phol tries to throw a body punch but Ringnes avoids it by throwing Phol back against the cage.
A short uppercut from Phol.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mfer Phol dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Phol swats away the attempt to clinch by Ringnes .
Phol throws out a counter right but Ringnes avoids it with no problem.
Ringnes 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.
Phol misses with a body shot. #CL#
Ringnes clinches up with Phol and pushes him back against the cage.
Phol misses with some punches.
Phol misses with a body punch.
Phol working aggressively here.
A short left from Phol.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Phol goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Phol scores with a nice hook to the head.
Phol lands a shot to the body.
Phol pushes Ringnes back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Phol fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Phol scores with a shot to the side of Ringnes 's head. #T1#
Phol throws a punch but it's blocked by Ringnes .
Ringnes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Phol works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Phol lands a shot to the body.
Phol has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Phol misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ringnes lands a hook that snaps the head of Phol backwards.
Phol works on Ringnes 's body with a couple of short punches.
Ringnes 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Phol scores with a shot to the side of Ringnes 's head.
Phol goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Phol swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Phol makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Phol lands a shoulder strike.
Phol lands a body shot.
Phol lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ringnes .
Ringnes prevents a body shot from Phol.
Phol scores with a hook to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ringnes . #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Phol lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Phol throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ringnes .
Ringnes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Phol lands a body shot.
Phol lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ringnes .
A short left from Phol.
Phol scores with a shot to the side of Ringnes 's head.
Phol lands a body shot in the clinch.
Phol makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Phol creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Mfer Phol seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Phol lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Phol lands a right hand.
Phol working aggressively here.
Phol lands a shoulder strike.
Phol tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Phol lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Phol goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ringnes swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T3#
Phol lands with a right to the head.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Phol in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Phol digs a right hand underneath Ringnes 's ribcage. Ringnes let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A right hand to the body from Phol.
Phol scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short right from Phol.
Phol scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Phol lands with a short punch from the clinch. #ROC2#Ringnes is rocked!
Phol misses with the head strike.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Phol blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Phol lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ringnes prevents a body shot from Phol.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Phol. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Phol is leaning against Ringnes and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Phol throws a punch but it's blocked by Ringnes .
Phol misses with a hook to the ribs.
Phol goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Phol tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ringnes 's elbow. #T4#
Phol working aggressively here.
A short left from Ringnes .
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ringnes .
Phol swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Phol is working Ringnes over against the cage.
Phol misses with a punch to the body.
Phol lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Phol scores with a shot to the side of Ringnes 's head.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ringnes 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ringnes blocking some punches.
Ringnes blocks an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Phol.
Phol digs a right hand into Ringnes 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ringnes 's gas tank.
Phol tries to work over Ringnes 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ringnes .
Phol blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Phol scores with a shot to the side of Ringnes 's head.
A right hook to the body lands for Phol.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mfer Phol showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Phol swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ringnes throws out a loose jab but Phol uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jab by Ringnes .#KD2#
Phol cracks Ringnes with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Phol has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Ringnes to stand back up!#CL2#
Phol gets a clinch.
Phol can't find room to land a body shot as Ringnes controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ringnes .
Phol blocks a punch to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Phol blocks a body shot from Ringnes .
Ringnes misses with the head strike.
Phol fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Phol.
Phol swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Phol.
Phol tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ringnes 's elbow.
Ringnes throws a punch but it's blocked by Phol. #T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ringnes .
Ringnes working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Phol has a couple of punches blocked by Ringnes .
Phol misses with some punches.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Phol lands a body punch in the clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A short uppercut from Phol.
Phol tries to work over Ringnes 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Phol lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Phol scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Oh Ringnes is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Phol lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Phol pushes Ringnes against the cage. Phol is working some dirty boxing. Phol pushes off with a quick right hook! Ringnes goes down! Ringnes tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Phol moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mfer Phol!
Our winner, Mfer Phol, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: PFC 176 Asham vs Steve     
Date:   May 09, 2020
#R1#
Cruz Jr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ringnes tries to clinch but Cruz Jr is having none of it.
It looked like Cruz Jr was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#CL2#
Ringnes takes the fight into the clinch.
Ringnes lands a left hand that snaps the head of Cruz Jr backwards.
Cruz Jr is trying to force a seperation but Ringnes has the dominant position.
We've been informed that Ringnes has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.#BC#
Cruz Jr escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ringnes misses with a two punch combination.
Ringnes throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL2#
Ringnes instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ringnes swings wildly with an uppercut but Cruz Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cruz Jr wants to get back to striking at distance but Ringnes won't allow it.
Ringnes tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Cruz Jr avoids it.#BC#
Cruz Jr breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Ringnes clinches up against the cage.#T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ringnes .
Cruz Jr is trying to break the clinch but Ringnes is controlling him.
Ringnes lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Cruz Jr. #BC#
Cruz Jr breaks the clinch.
Ringnes is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Cruz Jr scores with the left hand. Ringnes knows he should have avoided that one.
Ringnes tries to close the distance and clinch up but Cruz Jr swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ringnes lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Ringnes moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Ringnes misses with an uppercut
and Cruz Jr counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#
It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
Ringnes stuns Cruz Jr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Cruz Jr's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Cruz Jr is trying to push Ringnes away but Ringnes has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A frustrated look appears on Cruz Jr's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Ringnes misses with the head strike.
Cruz Jr avoiding damage as Ringnes throws knees to the body. #BC#
Cruz Jr breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Ringnes has Cruz Jr up against the cage in a clinch.
Cruz Jr blocking some punches.
Cruz Jr can't break the clinch.
Ringnes lands an uppercut.
Ringnes misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cruz Jr wants to get back to striking at distance but Ringnes won't allow it.
Cruz Jr wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Ringnes fails to land. #BC#
Cruz Jr breaks from the clinch. #T3#
Ringnes scores with a crisp jab that stopped Cruz Jr in his tracks.
Ringnes wants to clinch up but Cruz Jr keeps it at a distance.
It looked like Cruz Jr wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Cruz Jr throws a sloppy head kick and Ringnes moves out of range easily. #CL2#
Ringnes clinches up with Cruz Jr and pushes him back against the cage.
Ringnes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cruz Jr lands with a light punch inside.
Ringnes scores with a shot to the side of Cruz Jr's head. #BC#
Cruz Jr's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ringnes darts in trying to clinch
and Cruz Jr counters with a nice body kick.
Ringnes darts in trying to clinch
and Cruz Jr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
Cruz Jr avoids the body shot from Ringnes .
Ringnes 's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Cruz Jr connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ringnes scrambles back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cruz Jr with a hook.#CL2#
Ringnes forces Cruz Jr back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Cruz Jr breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Ringnes moves into range and clinches up with Cruz Jr.
Ringnes prevents Cruz Jr from breaking the clinch.#BC#
Cruz Jr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Cruz Jr lands with an uppercut that bounces Ringnes off the cage and back into range.
Cruz Jr walks into a left hand.
We've been told by Cruz Jr's head coaches at Big Bear Fight Factory that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Cruz Jr on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Cruz Jr scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Arild Ringnes will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Arild Ringnes 's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
A jab from Ringnes misses.
Ringnes tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Cruz Jr paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Cruz Jr looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.#KD#
Cruz Jr lands a big right hand that sends Ringnes crashing to the mat! Cruz Jr stays standing though and waves Ringnes back to his feet!
Ringnes is holding his hands too far apart here. Cruz Jr throws a hard, straight punch right down the pipe and BOOM! Ringnes is out! That punch landed square on the jaw - what a shot!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jorge Cruz Jr!
Jorge Cruz Jr decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

 

Event: PFC 168 Grande vs Nielsen     
Date:   Apr 05, 2020
#R1#
Alzado shoots in but Ringnes avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Ringnes tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Alzado was well out of range. Poor timing from Ringnes .
Ringnes looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Alzado tries to keep at a distance but Ringnes has taken the fight into the clinch.
Ringnes has a couple of punches blocked by Alzado.
Ringnes gets underhooks to prevent Alzado's takedown attempt.
Alzado goes for a takedown attempt but Ringnes pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Arild Ringnes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lyle Alzado.#TD2#
Alzado shoots in and bounces Ringnes off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Alzado throwing strikes from guard but Ringnes blocks nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alzado with a flurry of punches that miss.
Alzado missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Alzado loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Alzado wants to pass the guard but Ringnes is keeping the position.
Alzado throwing strikes but missing.
Alzado working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Alzado missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Alzado throwing strikes but missing.
Alzado postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2#
Alzado drops back, looking for a kneebar! Ringnes looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Ringnes looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Ringnes ! #REVR#
Alzado is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Ringnes is controlling him well.#T2##REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Alzado defending well as Ringnes loads up on a big left hand. #CL#
Ringnes closes the distance and pushes Alzado back into the cage.
Alzado tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Alzado blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ringnes working aggressively here.
Alzado lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ringnes .
Ringnes 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Alzado lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Alzado gets through Ringnes 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Alzado lands a knee to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
Alzado lands a hook that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Alzado lands with a short head shot on the inside. #TD2#
Alzado gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Ringnes is breathing heavily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Alzado not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Alzado is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Ringnes keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Alzado sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ringnes defending well though.
Alzado missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T4#
Alzado not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Alzado drops an elbow to the side of Ringnes 's head.
Alzado lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Alzado is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Alzado is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Alzado missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Ringnes blocking the ground and pound attempt from Alzado.
Alzado throws a strike but Ringnes avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lyle Alzado dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Arild Ringnes 's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Alzado gets a clinch.
Alzado lands with a light punch inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ringnes .
Alzado swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Alzado scores with a knee to the head.
A short uppercut from Alzado.
Alzado wants to take the fight to the mat but Ringnes manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ringnes misses with a punch to the body.
Alzado tries for a takedown. No joy.
Alzado has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Alzado pushes Ringnes back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from Alzado.
Alzado blocks an uppercut.
Ringnes prevents the takedown attempt.
Arild Ringnes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lyle Alzado.
Alzado lands a left hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Alzado blocking some punches.
Lyle Alzado seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Alzado softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Alzado lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T1#
Alzado misses with the head strike.
Ringnes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ringnes misses with a hook to the ribs.
Alzado scores with a shoulder strike.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Alzado misses with a punch on the inside.
Ringnes gets underhooks to prevent Alzado's takedown attempt.
Alzado tries to land a knee to the head but Ringnes blocks with his arms.
Ringnes tries to throw a body punch but Alzado avoids it by throwing Ringnes back against the cage.
Ringnes misses with a hook from the clinch.
Alzado swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ringnes misses with a body punch.
Ringnes lands with a light punch inside.
Alzado tries for a takedown but Ringnes manages to get underhooks.
Alzado working aggressively here.
Ringnes lands a hook to the side of the head.
Alzado tries a knee to the head but Ringnes blocks it.
Ringnes dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Alzado has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Ringnes is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T2#
Alzado misses with some punches.
Alzado is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Ringnes is defending well for now.
A short body shot lands from Ringnes as the two fighters clinch.
Alzado is breathing heavily.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ringnes .
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ringnes creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ringnes lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Alzado backwards.
Alzado's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ringnes misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Alzado.
Ringnes blocking some punches.
A short right from Ringnes .
Alzado working aggressively here.
Alzado blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ringnes tries to throw a body punch but Alzado avoids it by throwing Ringnes back against the cage.
A short left from Ringnes .
Ringnes working aggressively here.
Alzado blocks a body shot from Ringnes .
Ringnes blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T3#
Ringnes pushes Alzado back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Alzado is looking for a takedown.
Ringnes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ringnes lands a body punch.
Ringnes tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Alzado's elbow.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Alzado.
A short right from Alzado on the inside.
Alzado's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Alzado is leaning against Ringnes and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Alzado lands a right hand.
Ringnes blocks a body shot from Alzado.
Alzado lands a body punch.
Alzado tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Ringnes avoids it.
Alzado throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Alzado landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Alzado lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Still in the clinch, Alzado scores with a nice short uppercut.
Alzado has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ringnes avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T4#
Alzado is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Ringnes gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Ringnes lands with a left to the head. #TD2#
Alzado has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Ringnes regains guard immediately.
Alzado throwing strikes from guard but Ringnes blocks nicely.
Ringnes wants to sweep but no luck.
Alzado stands up over Ringnes , holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Alzado working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Alzado in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Alzado is working Ringnes over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Alzado is looking to work some ground and pound but Ringnes has wrist control.
Alzado working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lyle Alzado showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Arild Ringnes 's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Alzado scores with a punch to the head.
Ringnes lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Alzado at a distance.
Alzado looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ringnes is fending him off so far but Alzado persists. Nope, Ringnes circles away and we're back to standing.
Ringnes tests Alzado's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A slow jab from Ringnes misses its intended target.
Alzado is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Ringnes is looking to clinch but Alzado is avoiding it.
Alzado throws a combination. Ringnes tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Alzado connects with a looping right hand.
Alzado throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #CL#
Ringnes rushes Alzado and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Alzado lands a right hand.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ringnes goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #TD2#
Alzado gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Ringnes regains guard.
Alzado loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Alzado working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T1#
Alzado working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Ringnes utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Alzado is in close to Ringnes 's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Alzado lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Alzado has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Alzado stands and throws Ringnes 's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Alzado lands a nice forearm strike.
Alzado sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Ringnes is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Alzado is putting a hurting on Ringnes here, landing some big shots from side control.
Alzado sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Ringnes is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position. #SUB2#
Alzado is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ringnes has escaped the position, nice work there.
Alzado throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Arild Ringnes has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Alzado misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Lyle Alzado has got the better of the ground game so far.
Alzado in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #SUB2#
Alzado looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Alzado working the head and body with strikes.
Ringnes sneaks back into half guard.
Alzado missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Ringnes keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T3#
Alzado not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Alzado lands with a punch from half guard.
Alzado throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Ringnes avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Alzado.
Alzado working over Ringnes with some ground and pound. Ringnes looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Alzado scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Alzado not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Alzado is looking to pass Ringnes 's guard but actually Ringnes recovers to full guard.
Lyle Alzado is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Alzado controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Let's hope that Alzado has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Arild Ringnes is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Ringnes misses with a hook
and Alzado counters with a series of strikes. Ringnes will be more careful next time no doubt.
Ringnes avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ringnes stuffs the takedown attempt from Alzado. Alzado gets slowly back to his feet.
Ringnes misses with a hook
letting Alzado counter with a right hand.
Alzado fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Ringnes .
Alzado misses with a body kick.
Ringnes wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Ringnes moves in looking to clinch but Alzado pushes him off.#CL2#
Alzado clinches with his opponent.
Ringnes misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ringnes prevents a body shot from Alzado.
Ringnes misses with a body punch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lyle Alzado comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Alzado has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lyle Alzado!

Lyle Alzado managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing, into his post fight interview.

 

Event: Demolition 8 - TBA     
Date:   Feb 01, 2020
#R1#
Ringnes looks to land a left hand but SuperHeavyWeight moved out of range nicely.
Ringnes slips a jab and a cross from SuperHeavyWeight. #CL#
Ringnes moves into range and clinches up with SuperHeavyWeight.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ringnes .
Ringnes lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Ringnes throws a blind hook that connects with the side of SuperHeavyWeights head.
SuperHeavyWeight tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ringnes 's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for SuperHeavyWeight.
Ringnes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ringnes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
SuperHeavyWeight blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ringnes struggles to land a body shot inside as SuperHeavyWeight controls his hands.
Ringnes lands a good knee to the midsection. SuperHeavyWeight won't want to take too many of those.
Ringnes drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ringnes lands a right hand.
SuperHeavyWeight misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ringnes lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ringnes tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and SuperHeavyWeight avoids it.#T1#
Ringnes blocks an uppercut.
Ringnes scores a nice knee to the body.
SuperHeavyWeight fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ringnes using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Still in the clinch, Ringnes scores with a nice short uppercut.
SuperHeavyWeight throws a head punch that misses.
Ringnes lands an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for SuperHeavyWeight.
SuperHeavyWeight misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ringnes lands with a right to the head. #CUT#
It looks like Super SuperHeavyWeight has been cut.
SuperHeavyWeight lands with a right to the head.
Ringnes lands a left hand that snaps the head of SuperHeavyWeight backwards.
Ringnes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from SuperHeavyWeight fails to land.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ringnes lands a hook that snaps the head of SuperHeavyWeight backwards.
Ringnes lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Ringnes lands a nice uppercut.
SuperHeavyWeight takes a knee to the side of the body.
SuperHeavyWeight looks winded!
Ringnes fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Ringnes unloads a knee to the mid-section.
SuperHeavyWeight working aggressively here.
Ringnes lands a left hand that snaps the head of SuperHeavyWeight backwards.
Ringnes lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down SuperHeavyWeight.
Ringnes lands a hook that snaps the head of SuperHeavyWeight backwards.
Ringnes lands a body punch in the clinch.
SuperHeavyWeight takes a knee to the side of the body.
Ringnes lands a hook that snaps the head of SuperHeavyWeight backwards.
SuperHeavyWeight misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice left hand lands by Ringnes .
Ringnes unloads a knee to the mid-section. SuperHeavyWeight lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Ringnes scores with a shoulder strike.
A short left from Ringnes .
SuperHeavyWeight throws a head punch that misses.
Ringnes lands a good knee to the midsection. SuperHeavyWeight won't want to take too many of those.
Ringnes scores with a shoulder strike.
Ringnes lands a right hand.
Ringnes lands with a short head shot on the inside. #ROC#
SuperHeavyWeight is rocked!
Ringnes gets through SuperHeavyWeight's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
SuperHeavyWeight is still on wobbly legs! Can Ringnes finish him?
Ringnes lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T3#
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Ringnes obliges.
Ringnes using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
SuperHeavyWeight seems to have recovered his senses.
Ringnes lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ringnes .
Ringnes unloads with a big right hand that wobbles SuperHeavyWeight! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Ringnes is unloading with more strikes now! SuperHeavyWeight drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arild Ringnes !

 

Event: Demolition 1 - Falcone v Mfer     
Date:   Dec 27, 2019
#R1#
Ringnes takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Knox misses with a straight right.
Ringnes is looking to counter the offense by Knox and move into the clinch.#CL2#
Knox clinches up against the cage.
Knox misses with a punch to the body.
Ringnes swings wildly with an uppercut but Knox uses good head movement to avoid it.
Knox misses with the head strike.
Knox stalling in the clinch.
Ringnes scores a nice knee to the body.
Ringnes struggles to land a body shot inside as Knox controls his hands.
Knox is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Knox throws a punch but it's blocked by Ringnes .
Knox swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ringnes scores with a hook to the body.
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes working aggressively here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ringnes .
Knox blocks an uppercut. #T1#
A bit of stalling here from Ringnes . #BC2#
Knox breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ringnes takes a swing at Knox's ribcage but misses.
Ringnes moves in looking to clinch but Knox pushes him off.
Ringnes fails to land with a series of punches.
Ringnes ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Knox moves away.
A nice side step and Knox releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Ringnes misses with a wild body shot.
Knox looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ringnes avoids the body shot from Knox.
Ringnes is looking to counter the offense by Knox and move into the clinch.#CL#
Ringnes clinches up against the cage.
Knox is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Knox scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Knox swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ringnes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Knox is trying to maintain a safe position but Ringnes gets an underhook and turns Knox into the cage.
Knox stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Ringnes using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Knox looks winded!#T2#
A short right from Ringnes .
Ringnes scores with a shot to the side of Knox's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ringnes digs a right hand into Knox's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Knox's gas tank.
Ringnes misses with the head strike.
Ringnes softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2#
Knox breaks the clinch.
Ringnes slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CUT#
It looks like Zeta Knox has been cut.#CL#
Ringnes has taken the fight to the clinch.
Ringnes lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Knox working aggressively here.
Knox struggles to land a body shot inside as Ringnes controls his hands.
Ringnes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ringnes lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Knox tries to throw a body punch but Ringnes avoids it by throwing Knox back against the cage.
Ringnes lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Knox misses with a body punch.
Knox blocking some punches.
Ringnes landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt. #T3#
Ringnes swings wildly with an uppercut but Knox uses good head movement to avoid it.
The referee is keeping an eye on Ringnes - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Knox blocking some punches.
Knox has a couple of punches blocked by Ringnes .
Knox blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Knox.
Ringnes lands a nice knee to the body.
Knox lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Ringnes prevents a body shot from Knox.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Knox.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Knox.
Knox misses with the head strike.
Knox misses with a punch to the body.
Knees in the clinch landing for Ringnes .
Ringnes lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Knox backwards. #T4#
Ringnes lands with a right to the head.
Ringnes utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ringnes .
Ringnes lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Knox or not.
Ringnes lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short left from Ringnes .
Ringnes scores with an uppercut up the middle.#ROC#
Knox is rocked!
Ringnes landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Knox is still on wobbly legs! Can Ringnes finish him?
Ringnes lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ringnes crunches a lovely knee into Knox's ribcage.
Ringnes throws a big uppercut that drops Knox! More strikes from Ringnes and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Knox lies dazed against the cage as Ringnes celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arild Ringnes !

 

Event: RISE 114 Gusmao v Tiger 4     
Date:   Nov 15, 2019
#R1#
Ringnes tries to clinch but Pulkkinen moves out of range.
Pulkkinen was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL2#
Ringnes rushes Pulkkinen and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Pulkkinen is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Ringnes is defending well for now.#BC#
Pulkkinen manages to break the clinch.
Ringnes moves to clinch but Pulkkinen breaks away
and Pulkkinen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Pulkkinen throws a nice inside leg kick.
Pulkkinen misses with an uppercut.
Donk. Ringnes catches Pulkkinen right on the button with a cross.
Pulkkinen lands a glancing blow to the side of Ringnes 's head.
Pulkkinen throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Ringnes on the side of the head.
Nice defenses there by Ringnes .#CL2#
Ringnes closes the distance and clinches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ringnes lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Pulkkinen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ringnes is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Pulkkinen is keeping busy.
Pulkkinen blocks an uppercut. #T1#
Pulkkinen wants to stall. #BC#
Pulkkinen breaks from the clinch.
Ringnes defending well as Pulkkinen loads up on a big left hand.
Pulkkinen does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. #CL2#
Ringnes pushes Pulkkinen up against the cage in a clinch.
Ringnes misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Pulkkinen.
Ringnes blocks an uppercut.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Pulkkinen.
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside.
Pulkkinen misses with a hook from the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Pulkkinen.
Ringnes misses with the head strike.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ringnes .
Ringnes unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Ringnes lands a left hand.
Ringnes has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Pulkkinen seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Ringnes can turn it around.
Pulkkinen blocks an uppercut.
Pulkkinen takes a knee to the side of the body.
Pulkkinen is breathing heavily.#T2#
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!
Ringnes lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Ringnes .
A hook to the body from Ringnes .
A nice left hand lands by Ringnes .
Knees to the body from Ringnes .
Ringnes lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Ringnes tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ringnes .
Ringnes putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Pulkkinen in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Ringnes using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Ringnes lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Ringnes lands a hook that snaps the head of Pulkkinen backwards.
Ringnes lands on the inside with an uppercut. #ROC2#
Pulkkinen is rocked!
Ringnes is working Pulkkinen over against the cage.
Oh Pulkkinen is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Pulkkinen takes a shot to the head.
Ringnes landing knees to the body.
Knees in the clinch landing for Ringnes .
Ringnes creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Pulkkinen's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Pulkkinen drops to his knees and Ringnes pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arild Ringnes !

 

Event: RISE 106 Asmundsen v Sailcirc     
Date:   Oct 19, 2019
#R1#
Figg throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ringnes staying out of range there.
Ringnes avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ringnes takes one to the side of the head.
Figg misses with a head kick. #CL2#
Ringnes clinches up with Figg and pushes him back against the cage.
Ringnes lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Figg backwards. #BC#
Figg breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Figg keeps the fight on the outside.
Ringnes darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A punch combination from Figg misses. #CL2#
Ringnes closes the distance and clinches.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Ringnes as Figg tries to tie him up.
Ringnes unloads a knee to the mid-section. Figg lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Knees in the clinch landing for Ringnes .
Figg is breathing heavily.
Ringnes lands a nice shot to the body.
Ringnes lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Figg 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.#T1#
Figg wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ringnes has him pressed against the cage.
Ringnes is working Figg over against the cage.
Ringnes lands with a light punch inside.
Ringnes lands a nice shot to the body.
A shot in the inside from Ringnes .
Ringnes throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Figg's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A left hand lands to the body for Ringnes .
A shot in the inside from Ringnes . #TD2#
Ringnes has picked Figg up - he's going for a ride! Ringnes dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Figg won't allow Ringnes to pass to mount.
Figg wants to control but Ringnes is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Figg wants to get back to full guard.
Ringnes stalling. #T2#
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Figg will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #CL2#
Ringnes darts in and clinches Figg up against the cage.
Ringnes tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Figg avoids it.
Figg wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Ringnes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ringnes using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Figg looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Figg is trying to break free.
Figg lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Figg stalling in the clinch.
Ringnes working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ringnes lands a right hand.
A shot in the inside from Ringnes .
Ringnes scores a nice knee to the body. #T4#
Ringnes lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#KD2#
Ringnes drops Figg onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Figg is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!#ROC2#
Figg is rocked!
Ringnes dips a shoulder and cracks Figg with a mighty uppercut! Figg falls back against the cage and Ringnes unloads with a barrage of strikes! Figg 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 - Ringnes screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arild Ringnes !

 

Event: RH81     
Date:   Sep 07, 2019
#R1##CL#
Ringnes closes the distance and clinches.
Ringnes has a couple of punches blocked by Bin.
Ringnes lands a right hand.
Bin lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bin lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ringnes lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bin has had enough of the clinch but Ringnes keeps him there for the moment.
Bin fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've been informed that Bin has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Ringnes keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Bin's efforts to push away.
Bin misses with some punches.
Bin can't find room to land a body shot as Ringnes controls the action.
Ringnes lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right from Bin on the inside.
Good body shot from Ringnes .
I was talking to Ringnes 's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Bin misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ringnes .
Ringnes lands with a left to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ringnes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bin with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Bin takes a shot to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bin.
Bin swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T1#
Ringnes tries to work over Bin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bin scores with a shot to the side of Ringnes 's head.
Ringnes lands a body shot.
A shot in the inside from Ringnes .
Bin unloads a knee to the mid-section. Ringnes lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ringnes .
Ringnes doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bin can't break the clinch.
A short left from Ringnes .
Ringnes lands with a left to the head.
Bin is trying to break the clinch but Ringnes is controlling him.
Bin lands a nice uppercut.
Ringnes presses Bin against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Ringnes blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A short right from Ringnes on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bin tries to break the clinch but Ringnes is controlling the position.
Bin softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Ringnes avoiding damage as Bin throws knees to the body.
Bin with an attempt at a knee that misses. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ringnes .
Ringnes tries to work over Bin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A shot in the inside from Ringnes .
Bin misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ringnes .
A right handed body shot lands from Ringnes .
Bin looks winded!
Ringnes lands a body punch in the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Ringnes .
Ringnes lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Ringnes lands a left hand.
Ringnes scores with a shot to the side of Bin's head.
A right handed body shot lands from Ringnes .
Ringnes lands with a light punch inside.
Ringnes lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Ringnes lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ringnes . #ROC#
Bin is rocked!
Ringnes scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bin is still on wobbly legs! Can Ringnes finish him?
Ringnes breaks the clinch momentarily and cracks Bin with a big right hook that drops him to the canvas! Bin looks like he might be in big trouble here! The referee has started the count straight away and we're up to 5 already. Bin get to one knee - can he make it back to his feet? No, he's flopped back to the mat - he's out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Arild Ringnes !

 

Event: RH68     
Date:   Aug 14, 2019
#R1#
Ringnes throws an off balance right hand
and Dagher counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL2#
Ringnes has closed the distance and engaged Dagher in a clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ringnes . #BC#
Dagher's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ringnes swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ringnes slips under a jab from Dagher.
Dagher throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #CUT#
It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
Dagher is looking to clinch.
Ringnes fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dagher throws a head kick that misses #CL2#
and Ringnes moves into the clinch.
Ringnes trying to land knees to the body.
Dagher blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#BC#
Dagher pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ringnes is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Ringnes ducks under a wild hook from Dagher.
Ringnes tries to counter by closing the distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ringnes fails in his attempt to clinch.
Dagher buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Ringnes lands a lovely overhand right.#T1#
Dagher misses with a hook. Ringnes ducked under it nicely.
Ringnes wants to counter with a clinch but Dagher pushes him away.
Ringnes connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT2#
It looks like Asmar Dagher has been cut.
Dagher avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dagher throws a body shot but no joy.
Dagher throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dagher scores with a leg kick. #CL2#
Ringnes fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dagher, pushing him back against the ropes.
Ringnes prevents Dagher from breaking the clinch.
Dagher blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dagher blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Dagher is trying to break free.#BC#
Dagher breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Ringnes has Dagher up against the ropes in a clinch.
Ringnes scores with a shot to the side of Dagher's head.
Ringnes misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Dagher.
Dagher definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#BC#
Dagher escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ringnes has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.#CL2#
Ringnes moves into the 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!#BC#
Dagher pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Good exchange - Ringnes coming out on top.#ROC2#
Dagher is rocked!#CL2#
Ringnes has closed the distance and engaged Dagher in a clinch.
Oh Dagher is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Dagher has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Ringnes working Dagher over with knees to the body.
Dagher is breathing heavily.
Ringnes creates a bit of distance and cracks Dagher with a big uppercut! Dagher goes down! The referee pushes Ringnes away into a neutral corner and starts the count. 4,5,6,7. Will Dagher make it up in time? He's still flopping around all over the place! The referee has called off the fight! Ringnes takes it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Arild Ringnes !
Asmar Dagher spoke after the fight, saying 'quick, powerful'.

 

Event: RH56     
Date:   Jul 20, 2019
#R1##CL#
Ringnes clinches up with Ulvesson and pushes him back against the ropes.
The referee calls for Ringnes to work.
Ulvesson lands a hook that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Ringnes lands with a short shot to the head.
A shot in the inside from Ulvesson.
Still in the clinch, Ulvesson scores with a nice short uppercut.
Ulvesson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Ringnes can't find room to land a body shot as Ulvesson controls the action.
Ringnes doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ringnes blocks an uppercut.
Ringnes scores with a hook to the body.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Ringnes misses with the head strike.
Ringnes misses with some punches. #BC2#
Ulvesson breaks from the clinch.
Ulvesson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ulvesson throws a series of punches but Ringnes moves out of range. #KD#
Ringnes closes the distance and scores with a big combo that sends Ulvesson crashing to the mat! Ulvesson uses the ropes to get back to his feet and beat the count. The referee looks concerned but he's going to allow it to continue!#CUT#
It looks like Ulf Ulvesson has been cut.
Ulvesson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #CL#
Ringnes moves into the clinch.#T1#
Ulvesson taking a breather.
Ringnes throws a head punch that misses.
Ringnes landing knees to the body.
Ringnes lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ulvesson backwards.
Ringnes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ringnes tries to throw a body punch but Ulvesson avoids it by throwing Ringnes back against the ropes.
Ulvesson displaying some good clinch control by pressing Ringnes up against the ropes.
Ulvesson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Ringnes throws a punch but it's blocked by Ulvesson.
Ulvesson tries to break free but Ringnes pushes him back against the ropes.
Ringnes misses with the head strike.
Ringnes misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ulvesson. #BC2#
Ulvesson breaks the clinch.
Ringnes showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ulvesson.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ringnes looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T2#
Ulvesson misses with a two punch combination.
Ulvesson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ringnes .
Ulvesson takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Ringnes wants to clinch.
Ulvesson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ringnes misses with a looping right.#CL#
Ringnes gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ringnes is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Ulvesson is defending well for now.
Ringnes misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ulvesson.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ringnes .
Ringnes misses with a body punch.
Ringnes works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Ulvesson displaying some good clinch control by pressing Ringnes up against the ropes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ringnes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Ulvesson.
Ringnes blocks an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Arild Ringnes should take that round, based on the knockdown.
The cut man is working on Ulf Ulvesson's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Ringnes tries to clinch but Ulvesson is having none of it.
Ringnes has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
No joy there for Ulvesson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Ringnes is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Ringnes is looking to clinch. #CL#
Ringnes gets a clinch.
Ulvesson trying to control the position but instead, Ringnes has worked for underhooks and has pushed Ulvesson into the ropes.
Stalling in the clinch from Ulvesson.
Ringnes pushes Ulvesson back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Ulvesson prevents a body shot from Ringnes .
Ulvesson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ringnes lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ringnes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ringnes scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Arild Ringnes has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Ulvesson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ringnes misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ringnes lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ulvesson backwards.
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!
Ringnes missing with knees to the body. #T1#
Ringnes prevents Ulvesson from breaking the clinch.
Ulvesson wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Ringnes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ringnes throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ulvessons head.
Ulvesson lands a left hand.
Ulvesson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ulvesson is looking to control Ringnes 's arms but Ringnes gets an underhook and turns him. Now Ulvesson has his back to the ropes.
Ulvesson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ringnes working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ulvesson is trying to push Ringnes away but Ringnes has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Ulvesson lands a nice shot to the body.
Ringnes misses with some punches.
Ulvesson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ringnes misses with the head strike.
Ulvesson tries to throw a body punch but Ringnes avoids it by throwing Ulvesson back against the ropes.
Ringnes lands with a short shot to the head.
Ulvesson throws a head punch that misses.
Ringnes swings wildly with an uppercut but Ulvesson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ulvesson looking to stall. #T2#
Ringnes prevents Ulvesson from breaking the clinch.
Ulvesson is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Ringnes crunches a lovely knee into Ulvesson's ribcage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ringnes lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ulvesson.
A short uppercut from Ringnes .
Ulvesson stalling in the clinch but Ringnes improves position.
Ulvesson looking to slow down the pace here.
Ulvesson is looking to control Ringnes 's arms but Ringnes gets an underhook and turns him. Now Ulvesson has his back to the ropes.
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Ringnes as the two fighters clinch.
Ulvesson is breathing heavily.
Ulvesson wants to get back to striking at distance but Ringnes won't allow it. #BC#
Ringnes breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #KD#
Ringnes scores a knockdown with a big right hand! Ulvesson beats the count and gets back to his feet. The referee asks him to walk forwards and it appears he is OK so we'll continue the bout.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ulvesson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ringnes .
Ulvesson throws a series of punches but Ringnes avoids them all with ease.
Arild Ringnes is winning the standup battle so far.
Ulvesson is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Ringnes doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! Ulvesson crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in Ulvesson's bad books for that mishap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Arild Ringnes !
The defeated Ulf Ulvesson had this to say: 'He was the better fighter this time. You win lose, and you some some.'.

 

Event: NSC 33: Twborg vs Wolf     
Date:   Jun 18, 2019
#R1#
Ringnes misses with a body shot
and Glatt counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ringnes slips under a jab from Glatt.
Glatt swats away the attempt to clinch by Ringnes .
Ringnes fails in his attempt to clinch.
Doug Glatt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ringnes jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ringnes takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Glatt throws a push kick but Ringnes slaps the foot to one side.
Ringnes cracks Glatt with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Ringnes scores with a crisp jab that stopped Glatt in his tracks. #CUT2#
It looks like Doug Glatt has been cut.
A big left from Ringnes misses.
Glatt misses with a kick to the body.
Ringnes is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Glatt stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Glatt throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Glatt connects with the punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice body kick there by Glatt.
Ringnes loads up on a big right hand but Glatt slips the punch.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Glatt lands a left hand.
Glatt lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards. #T1#
Ringnes doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A right hand to the body from Glatt.
Ringnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Glatt goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Glatt prevents a body shot from Ringnes .
Glatt tries to work over Ringnes 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Glatt escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Ringnes drives through and clinches with Glatt against the ropes.
Glatt throws a punch but it's blocked by Ringnes .
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows.
Glatt throws a punch but it's blocked by Ringnes .
Glatt blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Ringnes fails to land.
Ringnes missing with knees to the body. #BC#
Glatt manages to break the clinch.
Glatt tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Glatt with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T2#
A jab lands there for Glatt.
Glatt throws a wild body kick that Ringnes sees coming a mile off.
Ringnes takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Glatt looks to score with a jab to the body but Ringnes is just out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ringnes thows a left - swing and a miss!
Glatt lands the left hand.
Glatt listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Ringnes takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Glatt throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
No luck for Ringnes with that takedown attempt.
Ringnes displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Glatt throws out the jab.
Ringnes wants to counter with a clinch but Glatt pushes him away.
Ringnes is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Glatt's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Glatt duly obliges.
Glatt throws a shot from downtown. Ringnes moves away and avoids it.
Glatt lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#CL2#
Ringnes gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Doug Glatt dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Doug Glatt's cut.
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.
#R2#
Ringnes keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Glatt.
Ringnes takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Glatt tries to land a front kick but Ringnes steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Nice defenses there by Ringnes .
Ringnes tries to counter by closing the distance.
Ringnes tries to clinch but Glatt moves out of range.
Glatt misses with a head kick.
Ringnes connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Glatt's hands.
Glatt throws a push kick but Ringnes slaps the foot to one side.
Ringnes is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Glatt throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A good leg kick by Glatt.
Glatt stalks Ringnes and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Ringnes 's face. Ringnes staggers backwards, shaken.#CUT#
It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
Glatt tries a head kick but it misses.
Glatt throws a front kick that sends Ringnes stumbling back into the ropes.
Ringnes moves out of range as Glatt strikes.
Ringnes wants to counter the offense by Glatt and move into the clinch position.
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!
Glatt throws a quick inside leg kick.
Glatt is looking to land body kicks.
Glatt misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sloppy strikes from Glatt. Those never looked like landing.
The fighters circling - Glatt throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Ringnes misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ringnes takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Glatt is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ringnes can do to turn this around?
Glatt scores with a kick to the midsection.
Glatt throws a half hearted mid kick.
Glatt throws an overhand right that lands on Ringnes 's shoulder, as Ringnes tries to avoid the shot.
Ringnes takes one to the chin there.
Ringnes scores with a jab to the jaw.
Glatt's corner calls for a 1-2. Glatt obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Ringnes tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Glatt was well out of range. Poor timing from Ringnes .
Glatt jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Ringnes feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Glatts jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A thudding body kick lands there by Glatt!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ringnes slips under a jab.
Ringnes tries to counter with a clinch but Glatt shakes him off and moves away.
Ringnes has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
The fighters circle momentarily. Glatt darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Glatt's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ringnes under the eye.
Ringnes avoids the body shot from Glatt.
Ringnes tries to counter with a clinch but Glatt shakes him off and moves away.
Glatt misses with a head kick.
Ringnes steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Glatt.
Ringnes slips under a jab from Glatt.#T2#
Glatt throws a hook to the side of Ringnes 's head but Ringnes sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ringnes avoids the body shot from Glatt.
Ringnes tries to clinch up but Glatt circles away and keeps his distance.
Ringnes has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Glatt.
Glatt blocks a jab.
Glatt has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Glatt dodges the punch combination from Ringnes .
Ringnes staying out of range there.
Ringnes is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Glatt scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Ringnes connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Glatt momentarily.
Glatt throws a body kick that misses.
Ringnes tries to counter with a clinch but Glatt shakes him off and moves away.
Glatt's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ringnes connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Glatt scrambles back to his feet.
Ringnes throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Doug Glatt is winning the standup battle so far.
Ringnes dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Glatt misses the shot to the body.
Glatt ducks right into an uppercut from Ringnes . #CL2#
Ringnes closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Glatt's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ringnes .
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Doug Glatt dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Glatt's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Ringnes dips to his left and cracks Glatt with an uppercut!
Arild Ringnes has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Glatt throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Glatt swats away the attempt to clinch by Ringnes .
Ringnes tests Glatt's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Glatt loads up on a big right hand but Ringnes slips the punch.
Glatt throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ringnes blocks a head kick by Glatt.
Ringnes takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Ringnes moves in looking to clinch but Glatt pushes him off.
Glatt ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Glatt ducks under a wild hook from Ringnes .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Glatt misses.
Ringnes rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Glatt to counter with a crisp jab.
Glatt loads up on a big right hand but Ringnes slips the punch.
Ringnes throws a body punch but Glatt moves out of range. #CL2#
Ringnes clinches up against the ropes.#T1#
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Ringnes misses with the head strike.
Glatt misses with a hook from the clinch.
Glatt working aggressively here.
Arild Ringnes seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC2#
Ringnes manages to break the clinch.
Glatt's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ringnes under the eye.
Glatt throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Glatt misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Glatt lands a body shot.
Ringnes throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Glatt catches Ringnes with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Glatt fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Glatt pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ringnes tries to counter with a clinch but Glatt shakes him off and moves away.
Ringnes looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Glatt connects with a looping right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A solid leg kick lands there for Glatt.
Glatt throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Glatt throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2#
Ringnes looks to score with a jab to the body but Glatt is just out of range.
Glatt with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Ringnes to score with a decent uppercut.
Ringnes misses with an uppercut. Glatt saw that one coming.
Glatt avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Glatt misses with an uppercut. Ringnes saw that one coming.
Ringnes tries to close the distance and clinch but Glatt swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
The fighters circling - Glatt throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Glatt getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Ringnes misses with a right hand
and Glatt makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Glatt throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Glatt works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Glatt moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Glatt slips under a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ringnes ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Glatt moves away.
Ringnes takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Glatt cracks Ringnes with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Glatt scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ringnes in his tracks.
Glatt is looking to slow Ringnes down with leg kicks.

And that's the end of the fight!
Doug Glatt showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Glatt, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight for Doug Glatt!
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight for Doug Glatt!
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight for Doug Glatt!

Doug Glatt wins by unanimous decision!

An out of breath Doug Glatt thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: NSC 26: Pavlov vs Ithamar     
Date:   May 28, 2019
#R1#
Ringnes uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Southall.
Ringnes is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Southall.
Ringnes leaves Southall with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Southall fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Ringnes checks it well.
Ringnes throws an overhand right that lands on Southall's shoulder, as Southall tries to avoid the shot.
Southall misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL2#
Southall closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ringnes lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Southall is working Ringnes over against the ropes.
Nice body punch from Southall.
Stalling in the clinch from Southall. #T1#
Southall slows down the pace here.
Southall is working Ringnes over against the ropes.
Ringnes is breathing heavily.
Southall goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Southall misses with a hook to the ribs.
Southall lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ringnes .
Good body shot from Southall.
Southall tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ringnes 's elbow. #TD2#
Southall gets control of Ringnes 's arms and successfully pulls guard. Southall will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Southall trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Southall has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Southall throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back. #SUB2#
Southall throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Southall trying to strike off his back. #T2#
Southall throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Ringnes stopping the sweep attempt from Southall.
Southall thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Southall will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Ringnes has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Southall controls Ringnes momentarily but Ringnes frees himself.
Ringnes preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Ringnes slips a straight right by Southall.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Southall dives in and grabs Ringnes 's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ringnes pushes down on Southall's head and hops out.
Arild Ringnes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Neville Southall.
Southall moves away from the strike by Ringnes .
Ringnes looks to throw the jab but Southall is out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Neville Southall dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Southall thuds his right hand into Ringnes 's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Neville Southall is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ringnes tries to bum rush Southall with a series of wild strikes but Southall uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ringnes throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ringnes clobbers Southall with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Ringnes missing with a left hand there. Southall was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Good exchange - Southall coming out on top.#CUT2#
It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
Ringnes avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ringnes throws the left hand but Southall avoids the punch easily.
A jab from Southall misses.
Southall tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Ringnes moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#TD2#
Southall closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Ringnes did well to prevent Southall getting side control.
Southall with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Southall thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Ringnes 's head.
Southall seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Ringnes knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Southall on the ground.
Ringnes keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Ringnes avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Southall.
Southall is trying to control. Ringnes wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ringnes regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Southall.
Ringnes looking to hit a scissor sweep but Southall is one step ahead there.
Southall has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Southall postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T2#
Southall content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Southall is working Ringnes over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ringnes will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Southall showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ringnes keeping moving, preventing Southall from controlling successfully.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Ringnes can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Southall controls the pace.
Ringnes working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Southall.
Southall throws a strike but Ringnes rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Neville Southall will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Arild Ringnes 's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Southall misses with a body kick.
Arild Ringnes has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Southall dips to his left and cracks Ringnes with an uppercut!
Southall uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ringnes .
Ringnes uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Southall.
Southall fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ringnes has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#KD2#
Southall lands a big head kick that sends Ringnes tumbling to the mat! Southall takes a step backwards and waves Ringnes back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Ringnes is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Southall throws an uppercut from hell that sends Ringnes clean off his feet! He's out cold! Southall stands back and admires his work as he thinks about that KO of the night award that is surely being wrapped up for him back stage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Neville Southall!

 

Event: NSC 19: Leagatius vs Maximus     
Date:   Apr 30, 2019
#R1#
Athanas throws a lazy right hand but Ringnes sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ringnes displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Athanas throws out the jab.
Ringnes tries to counter by closing the distance.
Athanas blocks a jab.
Athanas misses with an uppercut. #CL2#
Ringnes drives through and clinches with Athanas against the ropes.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ringnes . #BC#
Athanas breaks the clinch.
Athanas throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ringnes is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Athanas takes a swing at Ringnes 's ribcage but misses.
Athanas works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CL2#
Ringnes moves into the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Athanas.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ringnes lands with a light punch inside.
Still in the clinch, Athanas scores with a nice short uppercut.
Ringnes softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC#
Athanas escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ringnes steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Athanas.#CL2#
Athanas gets tackled into the ropes by Ringnes . Ringnes maintains the clinch. #T1#
Athanas lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ringnes .
Ringnes has a couple of punches blocked by Athanas.
Ringnes misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short left from Ringnes .
A short right from Ringnes .
Ringnes lands a hook that snaps the head of Athanas backwards.
Ringnes lands with a short head shot on the inside. #ROC2#
Athanas is rocked!
Athanas blocks a body shot from Ringnes .
Ringnes lands a shoulder strike.
Oh Athanas is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Athanas throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ringnes s head.
Ringnes tries to work over Athanas's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Athanas seems to have got his legs back now.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Athanas lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ringnes keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Athanas's efforts to push away.
Ringnes makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Athanas.
Athanas is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Athanas tries to break the clinch but Ringnes is controlling the position. #T2#
Ringnes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ringnes tries a body shot but Athanas blocks it.
Ringnes misses with the head strike. #BC#
Athanas escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Athanas turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#CL2#
Ringnes clinches with his opponent.
Athanas is trying to break free.
Athanas working aggressively here.
Athanas tries to break free but Ringnes pushes him back against the ropes.
Ringnes lands a right hand that snaps the head of Athanas backwards.
Athanas is looking to break free of the clinch but Ringnes has double underhooks.
A hook to the body from Ringnes .
Athanas is trying to break the clinch but Ringnes is controlling him.
Ringnes digs a right hand into Athanas's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Athanas's gas tank.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Athanas working hard to break the clinch.
Ringnes cracks Athanas with a nice body shot.
Athanas is breathing heavily.
Ringnes softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
A short right from Ringnes on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ringnes .
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Arild Ringnes dominated that round.
That's time! Athanas's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL2#
Athanas tries to keep at a distance but Ringnes has taken the fight into the clinch.
Ringnes lands a body shot.
Athanas swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ringnes lands a hook that snaps the head of Athanas backwards.
Ringnes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Athanas breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Athanas tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Athanas.#CL2#
Ringnes clinches with his opponent.
Athanas is trying to break the clinch but Ringnes has him pressed against the ropes.
Arild Ringnes seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ringnes .
Ringnes lands a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Athanas misses with some punches.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ringnes .
Ringnes lands an uppercut.
Ringnes lands with a right to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short right from Ringnes on the inside.
Good body shot from Ringnes .
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
A left hand lands to the body for Ringnes .
Ringnes is working Athanas over against the ropes.
Ringnes lands a hook to the side of the head.
A nice left hand lands by Ringnes .
Ringnes lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Athanas or not.
Ringnes pushes Athanas against the ropes. Ringnes is working some dirty boxing. Ringnes pushes off with a quick right hook! Athanas goes down! Athanas tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Ringnes moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arild Ringnes !

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Feb 08, 2019
#R1#
Bunyon throws the left hand but Ringnes avoids the punch easily.#CL2#
Ringnes pushes Bunyon up against the cage in a clinch.
Ringnes throws a head punch that misses.
Bunyon is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Ringnes to keep the fight standing.
Ringnes scores with a shot to the side of Bunyon's head. #CUT2#
It looks like Paul Bunyon has been cut.
Ringnes prevents a body shot from Bunyon.
Ringnes lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ringnes .
Ringnes lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bunyon backwards.
Ringnes lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Bunyon fails to land.
Ringnes takes a shot to the head.
Ringnes blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Bunyon escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bunyon comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Ringnes moves into range and connects with a jab.
Bunyon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Arild Ringnes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Ringnes swinging wildly here.
Ringnes fails to land with a series of punches.
Bunyon on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ringnes 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.
Ringnes throws a body shot but no joy.
Bunyon digs a good body shot into Ringnes 's ribs.
Ringnes fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bunyon looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bunyon swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bunyon can't find room to land a body shot as Ringnes controls the action.
Ringnes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ringnes scores a nice knee to the body.
Bunyon can't find room to land a body shot as Ringnes controls the action. #T2#
Bunyon has a couple of punches blocked by Ringnes .
Ringnes tries to land knees in the clinch but Bunyon avoids the damage to the body.
Bunyon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ringnes tries to pull guard but Bunyon holds him up against the cage and eventually Ringnes drops back down to his feet.
Ringnes prevents Bunyon from breaking the clinch.
Ringnes misses with the head strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short uppercut from Ringnes . #BC#
Bunyon's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ringnes ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bunyon moves away.
It looked like Bunyon was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Ringnes .#CL2#
Ringnes has closed the distance and engaged Bunyon in a clinch.
Bunyon is trying to break the clinch but Ringnes is controlling him.#BC#
Bunyon's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ringnes lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Ringnes dips to his left and cracks Bunyon with an uppercut!#T3#
Bunyon walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CUT2#
Paul Bunyon's cut is getting worse.#CL2#
Ringnes gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Bunyon tries to circle away but Ringnes has him pinned against the cage.
Ringnes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bunyon avoiding damage as Ringnes throws knees to the body.
Ringnes lands with a short shot to the head.
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes blocking some punches. #BC#
Bunyon breaks the clinch.
Ringnes wants to clinch.
Bunyon walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T4#
Ringnes misses the shot to the body.
Ringnes lands with an overhand left.
Bunyon leaves Ringnes with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Bunyon throws a shot from downtown. Ringnes moves away and avoids it.
Ringnes steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bunyon.
Ringnes scores with a jab.#CUT2#
Paul Bunyon's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ringnes tries to clinch up.
Ringnes moves out of range as Bunyon strikes.
Ringnes tries to counter by closing the distance.
Bunyon takes a swing at Ringnes 's ribcage but misses.
Bunyon circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ringnes is looking to clinch.
Ringnes takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Arild Ringnes dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Paul Bunyon's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2##KD2#
Ringnes lands a big uppercut and Bunyon crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Bunyon looks OK. Ringnes waves Bunyon back to his feet!
Bunyon scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bunyon wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bunyon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bunyon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ringnes manages to avoid it.
Ringnes wants to counter with a clinch but Bunyon pushes him away.
Ringnes tries to close the distance and clinch but Bunyon swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ringnes takes a swing at Bunyon's ribcage but misses.
Arild Ringnes seems to be getting the better of the standup.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ringnes steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bunyon.
Bunyon swats away the attempt to clinch by Ringnes .
Bunyon throws a hook but Ringnes avoids it easily.
Ringnes is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Ringnes throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bunyon stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T1#
Ringnes tries to clinch but Bunyon moves out of range.
Ringnes scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Ringnes doesn't manage to clinch there - Bunyon circles away.
Ringnes blocks a jab.
Ringnes has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bunyon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jab by Ringnes .
Ringnes uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bunyon.
Ringnes blocks a jab.
Bunyon throws a big shot that misses.#CL2#
Ringnes has closed the distance and engaged Bunyon in a clinch.
Ringnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes pushes Bunyon back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
Bunyon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bunyon swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bunyon swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ringnes misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bunyon.
Ringnes tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bunyon avoids it.
Ringnes throws a punch but it's blocked by Bunyon.
Bunyon lands a right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ringnes lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #CUT2#
Jeez, Paul Bunyon's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
A short uppercut from Bunyon.
Bunyon swings wildly with an uppercut but Ringnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bunyon throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Bunyon.
Bunyon wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ringnes has him pressed against the cage.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
A right hand to the body from Bunyon.
Ringnes is breathing heavily.#BC#
Bunyon breaks from the clinch. #T3#
Bunyon throws a right and a left that Ringnes avoids nicely.
Ringnes tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bunyon swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ringnes slips under a jab from Bunyon.
Bunyon looks to score with a jab to the body but Ringnes is just out of range.
Bunyon throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ringnes fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bunyon throwing a counter right hand but Ringnes manages to avoid it.
Bunyon walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Ringnes doesn't manage to clinch there - Bunyon circles away.
Ringnes moves in looking to clinch but Bunyon pushes him off.
Bunyon keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Ringnes pushes Bunyon up against the cage in a clinch.#T4#
Bunyon's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bunyon looking to stall.
Bunyon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right from Ringnes .
Bunyon misses with the head strike.
Bunyon has had enough of the clinch but Ringnes keeps him there for the moment.
Ringnes is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Ringnes throws a punch but it's blocked by Bunyon.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bunyon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bunyon misses with a punch on the inside.
Bunyon on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Ringnes blocks a body shot from Bunyon. #BC#
Bunyon escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ringnes lands with an uppercut that bounces Bunyon off the cage and back into range.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Paul Bunyon's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Arild Ringnes !

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Dec 21, 2018
#R1#
Rainer lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Rainer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ringnes tries to counter with a clinch but Rainer shakes him off and moves away.#CL2#
Ringnes rushes Rainer and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A short right from Ringnes on the inside.
Ringnes lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short left from Ringnes .
Rainer creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Ringnes is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rainer is defending well for now.
Ringnes lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Ringnes scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rainer misses with an elbow over the top.
Ringnes lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
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!
Ringnes is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rainer is defending well for now.
Ringnes lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rainer backwards.
Ringnes lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rainer tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1#
Ringnes scores with a nice hook to the head.
Rainer has a couple of punches blocked by Ringnes .
Ringnes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rainer lands with a short shot to the head.
Rainer misses with some punches.
Rainer misses with a punch on the inside.
Ringnes tries to land knees in the clinch but Rainer avoids the damage to the body.
A short right from Ringnes .
Ringnes lands a shoulder strike.
A short right from Ringnes .
Ringnes blocks an uppercut.
Rainer misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Rainers head.
Rainer struggles to land a body shot inside as Ringnes controls his hands.
Ringnes lands an uppercut.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rainer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ringnes 's elbow.
Rainer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Ringnes makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Rainer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ringnes blocks an elbow strike.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ringnes .
Rainer on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Ringnes is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
A short right from Ringnes .
Ringnes lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Ringnes lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rainer backwards.
A shot in the inside from Ringnes .
Ringnes lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rainer backwards.
Rainer tries to break free but Ringnes pushes him back against the cage.#T3#
Ringnes pushes Rainer back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ringnes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rainer looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Ringnes lands a hook that snaps the head of Rainer backwards.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ringnes .
Rainer is breathing heavily.
Ringnes gets through Rainer's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Ringnes throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Rainers head.
Ringnes landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Ringnes landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Ringnes throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Rainers head.
A short left from Ringnes . #ROC2#
Rainer is rocked!
Ringnes throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Oh Rainer is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rainer takes a knee to the side of the body.
Ringnes utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Rainer seems to have got his legs back now.
Ringnes throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Rainers head. #T4#
Ringnes lands a big right hand that drops Rainer! The killer instinct kicks in and Ringnes finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Ringnes !

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arild Ringnes !
The defeated Daniel Rainer had this to say: 'Well, I guess I am the worst.'.

 

 
 
 
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