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. 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. Vitaly Minakov loses to Cheick Kongo in their 2nd fight via unanimous decision
On February 16, 2019 Vitaly Minakov faced Cheick Kongo in a heavyweight bout. It was their second meeting. Minakov was 34 years old with a record of 21-0, and Kongo was 43 with a record of 29-10-2. Minakov was on an undefeated 21-fight winning streak and Kongo was on a 7-fight winning streak. Minakov lost via unanimous decision. Went the distance with Kongo.
3. 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.
4. Vitaly Minakov KOs Tony Johnson
On December 16, 2017 Vitaly Minakov faced Tony Johnson in a heavyweight bout. Minakov was 32 years old with a record of 20-0, and Johnson was 31 with a record of 11-3. Minakov was on an undefeated 20-fight winning streak and Johnson was coming off a win. Minakov stopped Tony Johnson via TKO in the 2nd round.