Best fights of Emanuel Newton
Over 14 years as a professional, Emanuel Newton has compiled a 26-13-1 (14) record, including eight title fights across two weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Emanuel Newton defeats Attila Végh in their 2nd fight
On March 21, 2014 Emanuel Newton fought Attila Végh for the Bellator light heavyweight title. It was their second meeting. Newton was 30 years old with a record of 22-7-1, and Végh was 28 with a record of 29-4-2. Newton was on a 4-fight winning streak and Végh was on a 9-fight winning streak. Newton won via split decision. Crowned the new light heavyweight champion.
2. Emanuel Newton defeats Muhammed Lawal in their 2nd fight
On November 2, 2013 Emanuel Newton fought Muhammed Lawal for the vacant Interim Bellator light heavyweight title. It was their second meeting. Newton was 29 years old with a record of 21-7-1, and Lawal was 32 with a record of 11-2. Newton was on a 3-fight winning streak and Lawal was on a 2-fight winning streak. Newton won via unanimous decision. Won the vacant title.
3. Emanuel Newton defeats Roger Hollett
On December 5, 2008 Emanuel Newton fought Roger Hollett for the MFC light heavyweight title. Newton was 24 years old with a record of 11-3-1, and Hollett was 30 with a record of 8-1. Newton was on a 8-fight winning streak and Hollett was coming off a win. Newton won via unanimous decision. Crowned the new light heavyweight champion.