Former Oktagon Champion Jonas Magard Announces Move Up in Weight

Former Oktagon bantamweight champion Jonas Magard has announced his intention to move up in weight class. According to reports from Sherdog, Magard is opting to change divisions due to frustration regarding the lack of opportunities for a bantamweight title opportunity within his current promotion.

Magard, who previously held the 135-pound title, expressed that his decision is driven by a desire to remain active and continue his career momentum rather than waiting for a specific opponent or title shot to materialize at bantamweight. The fighter indicated that he believes he maintains a competitive advantage over his potential peers at the higher weight class, stating his belief that he is fundamentally a better fighter than his targets in the new division.

By moving up, Magard enters a new set of challenges and is looking to secure new matchups that will keep him on the hunt for top-tier competition. The transition marks a significant shift for the European-based standout as he prepares to enter what he described as hostile territory to prove his skills in a heavier bracket.

Source: Sherdog.