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Vadim Nemkov

20-2-0PFL #2Men's Pound-for-PoundRussiaRussiaLast 5

Last fight: Win vs Renan Ferreira · Submission · Dec 13, 2025

20-2-0 · 17 finishes · Full stats →
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PFLPFL Dubai: Nemkov vs Bilostenniy·
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CAREER SUMMARY

Vadim Nemkov holds a professional MMA record of 20-2-0. Nemkov has 23 professional MMA bouts on record. Nemkov has won 21 fights: 11 by KO/TKO, 6 by submission, 4 by decision. Of 2 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. Most recent fight: December 13, 2025. Tracked organizations: PFL, BELLATOR, RIZIN.

Profile

Height
6'0"183 cm
Weight
242 lbs110 kg
Reach
76"193 cm
DOB
Jun 20, 1992
Age
34
Nationality
Russia
Birthplace
Belgorod, Belgorod Oblast, Russia

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  1. PFLPFL Dubai: Nemkov vs Bilostenniy
    vs Sergey BilostenniyHeavyweightTitle bout

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Career history

  1. WIN
    Bellator 244· Aug 21, 2020· Light Heavyweight· 13-2 vs 27-6
    TKO
    R2 · 3:02
  2. WIN
    vs Mikołaj Różanski
    Fight Nights Global 50· Jun 17, 2016· Light Heavyweight· 7-2 vs 4-2
    TKO
    R1 · 3:39
  3. WIN
    vs Joaquim Ferreira
    S-70: Plotforma Cup 2015· Aug 29, 2015· Light Heavyweight· 5-0 vs 19-10
    TKO
    R1 · 0:22
  4. WIN
    vs Izidor Bunea
    Steel Battle 2· Apr 24, 2015· Light Heavyweight· 4-0 vs 2-7
    SUB
    R1 · 1:00
  5. WIN
    vs Michał Gutowski
    Liberation Cup 2013· Aug 5, 2013· Light Heavyweight· 3-0 vs 6-4
    TKO
    R1 · 4:32
  6. WIN
    vs Andrey Trufaykin
    Radmer Cup 4· Jun 27, 2013· Light Heavyweight· 2-0 vs 0-3
    TKO
    R1 · 2:29
  7. WIN
    vs Magomed Datsiev
    Way Of The Warrior 3· May 31, 2013· Light Heavyweight· 1-0 vs 0-1
    TKO
    R3 · 0:57

Title bout· ×N = title win number N in that promotion

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

BaseCombat Sambo
  • 2025Heavyweight World Championship (inaugural) · PFL
  • 2022Light Heavyweight World Grand Prix winner · Bellator MMA
  • 2020Light Heavyweight World Championship · Bellator MMA
  • 2019Champion · Sambo Worlds · 100 kg Catchweight
  • 2018Honored Master of Sport · Sambo
  • 2017Champion · Sambo Worlds · 100 kg Catchweight
  • 2016Champion · European Championships · 100 kg Catchweight
  • 2016Silver · Russian Nationals
  • 2015Champion · Sambo Worlds · 100 kg Catchweight
  • 2014Champion · Sambo Worlds · 100 kg Catchweight
  • 2014Champion · European Championships · 100 kg Catchweight
  • 2013Bronze · Sambo Worlds · 100 kg Catchweight
  • 2012Bronze · Russian Nationals
  • Champion · Russian Nationals · 100 kg Catchweight
  • Master of Sport · Sambo
  • International Master of Sport · Combat Sambo
  • Russia national team · Combat Sambo · 2013-2019
  • AGE 15Started in Combat Sambo

Camp

  • Fedor Team · Stary Oskol, Russia
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Coaches

  • Fedor Emelianenko · Mentor
  • Alexander Michkov · Head coach
  • Vladimir Voronov · Grappling coach
  • Viktor Bondarenko · Head coach

Training partners

  • Viktor Nemkov
  • Valentin Moldavsky
  • Oleg Popov
  • Sergey Bilostenniy
  • Grigory Ponomarev
  • Anatoly Tokov
  • Vladimir Tokov

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 20-2-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed5.16per min
74% accuracy
Strikes absorbed0.98per min
9% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed4.18per 15 min
80% success
Submission attempts4.2per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Vadim Nemkov sits in the top 25.

Official PFL Ranking

Vadim Nemkov's standing in the official PFL rankings.

Current
#2 Men's Pound-for-Pound
Peak
#2 Men's Pound-for-Pound
First ranked
Apr 15, 2026
Times ranked
8

Men's Pound-for-Pound

#1#5#10#15Apr 15, 2026 · #3Jul 9, 2026 · #2Oct 27, 2026 · #2#2

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1968▲8
Peak
1968Dec 13, 2025
Rated fights
24
1500165018001950201420162018202020222024May 31, 2013 · 1541Jun 27, 2013 · 1572Aug 5, 2013 · 1613Apr 24, 2015 · 1612Aug 29, 2015 · 1655Dec 29, 2015 · 1707Dec 31, 2015 · 1679Apr 17, 2016 · 1666Jun 17, 2016 · 1689Dec 29, 2016 · 1705Dec 29, 2016 · 1723Aug 25, 2017 · 1744Feb 16, 2018 · 1781Nov 15, 2018 · 1797Oct 12, 2019 · 1831Jun 7, 2020 · 1875Aug 21, 2020 · 1904Apr 16, 2021 · 1935Oct 16, 2021 · 1945Nov 18, 2022 · 1942Jun 16, 2023 · 1949Feb 24, 2024 · 1954Jan 25, 2025 · 1960Dec 13, 2025 · 19681968

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Frequently asked questions

When does Vadim Nemkov fight next?

Vadim Nemkov fights Sergey Bilostenniy on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at PFL Dubai: Nemkov vs Bilostenniy.

What is Vadim Nemkov's record?

Vadim Nemkov's professional MMA record is 20-2-0.

Who is Vadim Nemkov fighting next?

Vadim Nemkov's next opponent is Sergey Bilostenniy at PFL Dubai: Nemkov vs Bilostenniy.

Who did Vadim Nemkov fight last?

Vadim Nemkov most recently fought Renan Ferreira at PFL Europe 4: 2025 Finals on Saturday, December 13, 2025, WIN (Submission).

What weight class does Vadim Nemkov fight in?

Vadim Nemkov fights at Heavyweight.

How many knockouts does Vadim Nemkov have?

Vadim Nemkov has 11 wins by KO/TKO and 6 wins by submission.

How tall is Vadim Nemkov?

Vadim Nemkov is 6'0" (183 cm) tall.

How much does Vadim Nemkov weigh?

Vadim Nemkov weighs 242 lbs (110 kg).

What is Vadim Nemkov's reach?

Vadim Nemkov has a reach of 76" (193 cm).

How old is Vadim Nemkov?

Vadim Nemkov is 34 years old (born Jun 20, 1992).

Where is Vadim Nemkov from?

Vadim Nemkov is from Russia.

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