PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Marc Tong Panong (ranked 1669 p4p, 3250 weight class) and Ivar Ragnarrson (ranked 230 p4p, 388 weight class). Tong Panong's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Tetris Song. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Tong Panong
vs
Ragnarrson

183 cm
23
192
8 - 5 - 0

185 cm
20
185
2 - 3 - 0

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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 8 - 5 - 0, fighting out of New York, Marc Tong Panong!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Ivar Ragnarrson!
The judges for this bout are Johanna Lukiainen, Ben Zyskovitsi and Roosa Järviläinen.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tong Panong misses with a two punch combination.
Ragnarrson misses with a hook
and Tong Panong counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Ragnarrson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tong Panong in his tracks.
Ragnarrson lands a jab to the nose.
Tong Panong misses with a two punch combination.
Ragnarrson let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
We've been hearing reports that Tong Panong has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Ivar Ragnarrson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ragnarrson throws an overhand right that lands on Tong Panong's shoulder, as Tong Panong tries to avoid the shot.
Tong Panong was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Ragnarrson with a hook.
No joy there for Ragnarrson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
It looked like Tong Panong wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ragnarrson lands with a right hand.

Tong Panong moves into the clinch successfully.
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!
Ragnarrson fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Ragnarrson working hard to break the clinch.

Tong Panong jumps into guard, dragging Ragnarrson to the mat.
Ragnarrson wants to stand but Tong Panong is controlling his posture from full guard.
Tong Panong looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Tong Panong manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ragnarrson manages to get himself to full guard.

Tong Panong is stalling in the full guard.
Ragnarrson controlling Tong Panong's posture.
Tong Panong passes Ragnarrson's left leg - he's now in half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tong Panong sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Ragnarrson is controlling Tong Panong's trapped leg to prevent Tong Panong from advancing to side control.
Ragnarrson is looking for a sweep. Tong Panong is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Well, if Tong Panong is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Tong Panong tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ragnarrson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ragnarrson is looking to control Tong Panong's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ragnarrson avoid being mounted?

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Still in half guard, Tong Panong seems content to control.
Ragnarrson trying to hold on to Tong Panong's head to control him but Tong Panong postures up.
Ragnarrson is trying to get back to full guard.
Ragnarrson keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Ragnarrson felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Ragnarrson tries to kick Tong Panong off but Tong Panong keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Tong Panong is figuring out what he wants to do next.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Ragnarrson throws a poor cross that misses
and Tong Panong counters with a right hand to the body.
Ragnarrson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tong Panong manages to avoid it.
Danga de danga de dang - Ragnarrson scores with a four punch combination!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ragnarrson moves into range and connects with a jab.

Tong Panong looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Ragnarrson manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tong Panong is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Tong Panong stopping the sweep attempt from Ragnarrson.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tong Panong pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ragnarrson is keeping the position for now.
Ragnarrson wants to sweep here but Tong Panong controlling him for the moment.
Ragnarrson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tong Panong manages to get himself to full guard.

And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ivar Ragnarrson will probably get the nod.
That's time! Tong Panong's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Ragnarrson misses with a wild body shot.
Tong Panong tries to counter with a takedown but Ragnarrson is quick to defend against it.
Ragnarrson on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Ragnarrson lands a jab.
Ragnarrson fails to land with a series of punches.
Tong Panong throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tong Panong keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ragnarrson.
Ragnarrson throws a right hand that misses

and Tong Panong counters with a nice double leg into side control. Ragnarrson won't be happy with that.

Tong Panong stands up and beckons Ragnarrson to his feet.
Ragnarrson misses with a hook. Tong Panong ducked under it nicely.
Tong Panong walks into a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ragnarrson lands a nice shot that snaps Tong Panong's head back.
Tong Panong throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.

Ragnarrson is rocked!
Ragnarrson throws a nice looking combination but Tong Panong bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A little feinted left hand from Tong Panong on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ragnarrson is still on wobbly legs! Can Tong Panong finish him?

That's one minute gone in the round.
Tong Panong takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Ragnarrson misses with a body shot

and Tong Panong counters by clinching up.
Ragnarrson tries to pull guard but Tong Panong holds him up against the cage and eventually Ragnarrson drops back down to his feet.
Ragnarrson seems to have recovered his senses.
Good body shot from Tong Panong.

Tong Panong pulls Ragnarrson into guard.
Ragnarrson tries to stand but Tong Panong is controlling from the bottom.
Ragnarrson looking to pass the guard.
Tong Panong pulls Ragnarrson in close to prevent any damage.
Tong Panong's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Marc Tong Panong overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.

Tong Panong kicks Ragnarrson off and gets to his feet.

Tong Panong shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Ragnarrson's guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tong Panong controlling from the top 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!
Tong Panong trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tong Panong controlling from the top position.
Ragnarrson wants to sweep here but Tong Panong controlling him for the moment.
Ragnarrson trying to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tong Panong 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.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tong Panong wants to control from the top but Ragnarrson keeps moving.

The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Tong Panong takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A punch combination from Tong Panong misses.
Ragnarrson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ragnarrson misses with an uppercut. Tong Panong saw that one coming.
Ivar Ragnarrson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ragnarrson missing with a left hand there. Tong Panong was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ragnarrson thows a left - swing and a miss!
An attempted straight right counter from Tong Panong misses the target.
Ivar Ragnarrson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ragnarrson swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Tong Panong counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.

It looks like Ivar Ragnarrson has been cut.
Ragnarrson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tong Panong in his tracks.
Ragnarrson connects with a nice looking jab.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Tong Panong drives through with a takedown into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ragnarrson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tong Panong is one step ahead there.
Tong Panong stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ragnarrson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tong Panong is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Ragnarrson pulls Tong Panong in close to prevent any damage.
Tong Panong content to stall in guard here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marc Tong Panong dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ivar Ragnarrson's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!

Ragnarrson scores with a nice right hand.
Tong Panong drops his hands momentarily and Ragnarrson takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tong Panong connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tong Panong slips a straight right by Ragnarrson.
Ragnarrson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tong Panong showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ragnarrson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragnarrson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tong Panong circles away quickly and effectively.
Tong Panong throwing a counter right hand but Ragnarrson manages to avoid it.
Tong Panong takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Ragnarrson lands a glancing blow to the side of Tong Panong's head.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A slow jab from Ragnarrson misses its intended target.
Ragnarrson jabbing away but nothing is landing.

Tong Panong moves into the clinch.
Tong Panong keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Ragnarrson's efforts to push away.

Tong Panong gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Ragnarrson tries to get to full guard but Tong Panong has control of the leg.
Tong Panong passes the guard and advances to mount!
Tong Panong controlling the pace for now.
Tong Panong sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ragnarrson bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Tong Panong has control of Ragnarrson's left arm, preventing Ragnarrson from doing any damage.
Ragnarrson trying to stand up but can't free himself from Tong Panong's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tong Panong is pulling down on Ragnarrson's head to control his posture.
Tong Panong looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ragnarrson is one step ahead there.

Ragnarrson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tong Panong has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ragnarrson has managed to get both his arms back between Tong Panong's legs - danger averted.
Ragnarrson wants to control from the top but Tong Panong keeps moving.

Tong Panong is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ragnarrson is aware though and is defending well.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tong Panong keeping full guard, as Ragnarrson tries to pass.
Tong Panong looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tong Panong is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ragnarrson wants to control from the top but Tong Panong keeps moving.
Tong Panong pulls Ragnarrson in close to prevent any damage.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Tong Panong has a closed guard, preventing Ragnarrson from standing up.

The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Ragnarrson misses with a series of wild punches.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.

Tong Panong shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Ragnarrson's guard.
Ragnarrson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Tong Panong trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tong Panong wants to control from the top but Ragnarrson keeps moving.
Ragnarrson is trying to control the position but Tong Panong postures up.
Tong Panong looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ivar Ragnarrson.
I think Ragnarrson 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 Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 28:29
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivar Ragnarrson!
The defeated Marc Tong Panong had this to say: 'the guy did not do anything else than few lucky shots...'.