Best fights of Vadim Nemkov
Over 12 years as a professional, Vadim Nemkov has compiled a 19-2 (15) record, including four title fights across two weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Vadim Nemkov KOs Ryan Bader
On August 21, 2020 Vadim Nemkov fought Ryan Bader for the Bellator light heavyweight title. Nemkov was 28 years old with a record of 11-2, and Bader was 37 with a record of 27-5. Nemkov was on a 6-fight winning streak. Nemkov stopped Ryan Bader via TKO in the 2nd round. Crowned the new light heavyweight champion.
2. Vadim Nemkov defeats Phil Davis in their 2nd fight
On April 16, 2021 Vadim Nemkov faced Phil Davis in a light heavyweight bout. It was their second meeting. Nemkov was 28 years old with a record of 12-2, and Davis was 36 with a record of 22-5. Nemkov was on a 7-fight winning streak and Davis was on a 3-fight winning streak. Nemkov won via unanimous decision.
3. Vadim Nemkov defeats Corey Anderson in their 2nd fight
On November 18, 2022 Vadim Nemkov fought Corey Anderson for the vacant Bellator World Grand Prix light heavyweight title. It was their second meeting. Nemkov was 30 years old with a record of 14-2, and Anderson was 33 with a record of 16-5. Nemkov won via unanimous decision. Won the vacant title.
4. Vadim Nemkov submits Rafael Carvalho
On October 12, 2019 Vadim Nemkov faced Rafael Carvalho in a light heavyweight bout. Nemkov was 27 years old with a record of 10-2, and Carvalho was 33 with a record of 16-3. Nemkov was on a 5-fight winning streak and Carvalho was coming off a win. Nemkov submitted Rafael Carvalho via rear-naked choke in the 2nd round.
5. Vadim Nemkov defeats Yoel Romero
On June 16, 2023 Vadim Nemkov defended his Bellator light heavyweight title against Yoel Romero. Nemkov was 30 years old with a record of 15-2, and Romero was 46 with a record of 15-6. Nemkov was coming off a win and Romero was on a 2-fight winning streak. Nemkov won via unanimous decision. Defended the title.
6. Vadim Nemkov defeats Phil Davis
On November 15, 2018 Vadim Nemkov faced Phil Davis in a light heavyweight bout. Nemkov was 26 years old with a record of 9-2, and Davis was 34 with a record of 19-4. Nemkov was on a 4-fight winning streak and Davis was on a 2-fight winning streak. Nemkov won via split decision.