Best fights of Nikita Krylov
Over 14 years as a professional, Nikita Krylov has compiled a 31-12 (29) record, including one title fight. Here are his best fights.
1. Nikita Krylov submits Ovince Saint Preux in their 2nd fight
On April 13, 2019 Nikita Krylov faced Ovince Saint Preux in a light heavyweight bout. It was their second meeting. Krylov was 27 years old with a record of 25-6, and Preux was 36 with a record of 23-12. Both Krylov and Preux were coming off a loss. Krylov submitted Ovince Saint Preux via rear-naked choke in the 2nd round.
2. Nikita Krylov KOs Ed Herman
On July 30, 2016 Nikita Krylov faced Ed Herman in a light heavyweight bout. Krylov was 24 years old with a record of 20-4, and Herman was 35 with a record of 23-11. Krylov was on a 4-fight winning streak and Herman was coming off a win. Krylov stopped Ed Herman via KO in the 2nd round.
3. Nikita Krylov KOs Fábio Maldonado
On May 19, 2018 Nikita Krylov fought Fábio Maldonado for the FNG light heavyweight title. Krylov was 26 years old with a record of 24-5, and Maldonado was 38 with a record of 24-11. Krylov was on a 3-fight winning streak and Maldonado was on a 2-fight winning streak. Krylov stopped Fábio Maldonado via KO in the 2nd round. Crowned the new light heavyweight champion.
4. Nikita Krylov submits Ryan Spann
On March 11, 2023 Nikita Krylov faced Ryan Spann in a light heavyweight bout. Krylov was 31 years old with a record of 29-9, and Spann was 31 with a record of 21-7. Both Krylov and Spann were on a 2-fight winning streak. Krylov submitted Ryan Spann via triangle choke in the 1st round.
5. Nikita Krylov KOs Emanuel Newton in 43 seconds
On October 13, 2017 Nikita Krylov faced Emanuel Newton in a heavyweight bout. Krylov was 25 years old with a record of 23-5, and Newton was 33 with a record of 26-12-1. Krylov was on a 2-fight winning streak, while Newton was on a 2-fight losing streak. Krylov stopped Emanuel Newton via KO in the 1st round.
6. Nikita Krylov defeats Volkan Oezdemir
On October 22, 2022 Nikita Krylov faced Volkan Oezdemir in a light heavyweight bout. Krylov was 30 years old with a record of 28-9, and Oezdemir was 33 with a record of 18-6. Both Krylov and Oezdemir were coming off a win. Krylov won via unanimous decision.