Theodor Berggren returns for main event slot against undefeated prospect!

The main event for Battle of Botnia was just announced! Home-grown, northern prospect Theodor ”Simba” Berggren is now set to headline against visiting Moldovan Dorin Paladin!

BoB made the news official via social media.

 

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Berggren is a product of Renyi MMA Team in Umeå, fostered by veteran Fernando Flores.

Competing professionally since 2021, Berggren lined up two straight finishes in less than two minutes each – earning wins over both Tobias Wallberg and Ebrima Faal. Following that Berggren hit the first bump in the road of his career, losing a decision to Christian Stigenberg.

After a lengthy rehab period for both his shoulder and knee, Berggren returned last month at BoB 8, finishing Markus Mäki-Ventelä inside a round. Berggren now holds a 3-1  record as a pro.

Paladin has never been to the judges scorecards as a pro, winning his pro debut via submission and his subsequent fight via first round knockout. He stands at 2-0, hoping to spoil the party for Berggren.

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Battle of Botnia 9: Preliminary fight card

BoB 9 will take place in Boden on February 24th, also featuring the return for former Swedish National Team representative Daniel Karlsson.

• Welterweight: Theodor Berggren vs Dorin Paladin
• Catchweight 80 kg: Daniel Karlsson vs Mika Kuronen
• Bantamweight (Amateur): Emma Schiöler vs Sani Brännfors
• Light heavyweight (Amateur): Jesper Zejlon vs Teemu Kumpulainen

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