Best fights of Vladimir Matyushenko
Over 17 years as a professional, Vladimir Matyushenko has compiled a 27-8 (16) record, including three title fights across two weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Vladimir Matyushenko defeats Yuki Kondo
On June 29, 2001 Vladimir Matyushenko faced Yuki Kondo in a light heavyweight bout. Matyushenko was 30 years old with a record of 9-1, and Kondo was 25 with a record of 31-9-3. Both Matyushenko and Kondo were on a 2-fight winning streak. Matyushenko won via unanimous decision.
2. Vladimir Matyushenko submits Travis Fulton
On April 2, 1999 Vladimir Matyushenko faced Travis Fulton in a heavyweight bout. Matyushenko was 28 years old with a record of 6-0, and Fulton was 21 with a record of 56-14-5. Matyushenko was on an undefeated 6-fight winning streak and Fulton was on a 7-fight winning streak. Matyushenko submitted Travis Fulton via neck crank in the 1st round.
3. Vladimir Matyushenko KOs Jason Brilz in 20 seconds
On April 30, 2011 Vladimir Matyushenko faced Jason Brilz in a light heavyweight bout. Matyushenko was 40 years old with a record of 25-5, and Brilz was 35 with a record of 18-3-1. Matyushenko was coming off a win, while Brilz was coming off a loss. Matyushenko stopped Jason Brilz via KO in the 1st round.
4. Vladimir Matyushenko defeats Pedro Rizzo
On February 28, 2003 Vladimir Matyushenko faced Pedro Rizzo in a heavyweight bout. Matyushenko was 32 years old with a record of 12-2, and Rizzo was 28 with a record of 12-4. Matyushenko was on a 2-fight winning streak, while Rizzo was coming off a loss. Matyushenko won via unanimous decision.