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Vitaly Minakov

Vitaly Minakov

MMA record: 22-2 (20)
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Bryansk, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union

Best fights of Vitaly Minakov

Over 12 years as a professional, Vitaly Minakov has compiled a 22-2 (20) record, including two title fights. Here are his best fights.

  1. 1. Vitaly Minakov defeats Cheick Kongo

    On April 4, 2014 Vitaly Minakov defended his Bellator heavyweight title against Cheick Kongo. Minakov was 29 years old with a record of 13-0, and Kongo was 38 with a record of 20-8-2. Minakov was on an undefeated 13-fight winning streak and Kongo was on a 2-fight winning streak. Minakov won via unanimous decision. Defended the title.

  2. 2. Vitaly Minakov KOs Alexander Volkov

    On November 15, 2013 Vitaly Minakov fought Alexander Volkov for the Bellator heavyweight title. Minakov was 28 years old with a record of 12-0, and Volkov was 25 with a record of 19-3. Minakov was on an undefeated 12-fight winning streak and Volkov was on a 10-fight winning streak. Minakov stopped Alexander Volkov via TKO in the 1st round. Crowned the new heavyweight champion.