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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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vs Sergey BilostenniyTitle bout
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

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

  • FedorTeam

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.

Related fighters

Recent & upcoming opponents

Upcoming

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

Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Renan Ferreira×1Title bout · Title win #1
    PFL Europe 4: 2025 Finals· Dec 13, 2025· Heavyweight· 20-2 vs 13-5
    SUB
    R1 · 4:00
  2. WIN
    vs Timothy Johnson
    PFL Champions Series 1: Nurmagomedov vs Hughes· Jan 25, 2025· Heavyweight· 19-2 vs 18-11
    SUB
    R1 · 3:08
  3. WIN
    vs Bruno Cappelozza
    PFL vs Bellator: CHAMPS· Feb 24, 2024· Heavyweight· 18-2 vs 15-7
    SUB
    R2 · 2:13
  4. WIN
    vs Yoel Romero×5Title bout · Title win #5
    Bellator 297: Nemkov vs Romero· Jun 16, 2023· Light Heavyweight· 17-2 vs 15-7
    UD
    R5 · 5:00
  5. WIN
    vs Corey Anderson×4Title bout · Title win #4
    Bellator 288: Nemkov vs Anderson 2· Nov 18, 2022· Light Heavyweight· 16-2 vs 16-6
    MD
    R5 · 5:00
  6. NC
    vs Corey AndersonTitle bout
    Bellator 277: McKee vs Pitbull 2· Apr 15, 2022· Light Heavyweight· 15-2 vs 16-5
    NC
    R3 · 4:53
  7. WIN
    vs Julius Anglickas×3Title bout · Title win #3
    Bellator 268: Nemkov vs Anglickas· Oct 16, 2021· Light Heavyweight· 15-2 vs 10-2
    SUB
    R4 · 4:25
  8. WIN
    vs Phil Davis×2Title bout · Title win #2
    Bellator 257: Nemkov vs Davis 2· Apr 16, 2021· Light Heavyweight· 14-2 vs 22-6
    UD
    R5 · 5:00
  9. WIN
    vs Ryan Bader
    Bellator 244· Aug 21, 2020· Light Heavyweight· 13-2 vs 27-6
    TKO
    R2 · 3:02
  10. WIN
    vs Ryan Bader×1Title bout · Title win #1
    Bellator 244: Chandler vs Henderson 2· Jun 6, 2020· Light Heavyweight
    TKO
    R2 · 3:02
  11. WIN
    vs Rafael Carvalho
    Bellator 230: Carvalho vs Nemkov· Oct 12, 2019· Light Heavyweight· 12-2 vs 16-4
    SUB
    R2 · 3:56
  12. WIN
    vs Phil Davis
    Bellator 209: Pitbull vs Sanchez· Nov 15, 2018· Light Heavyweight· 11-2 vs 19-5
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  13. WIN
    vs Liam McGeary
    Bellator 194: Nelson vs Mitrione· Feb 16, 2018· Light Heavyweight· 10-2 vs 12-3
    TKO
    R3 · 4:02
  14. WIN
    vs Philipe Lins
    Bellator 182: Koreshkov vs Njokuani· Aug 25, 2017· Light Heavyweight· 9-2 vs 10-3
    KO
    R1 · 3:03
  15. WIN
    vs Alison Vicente
    Rizin 3 - Rizin Fighting World Grand Prix 2016: 2nd Round· Dec 29, 2016· Heavyweight· 8-2 vs 18-15
    KO
    R1 · 0:55
  16. WIN
    vs Mikołaj Różanski
    Fight Nights Global 50· Jun 17, 2016· Light Heavyweight· 7-2 vs 4-2
    TKO
    R1 · 3:39
  17. LOSS
    vs Karl Albrektsson
    Rizin 1 - Rizin Fighting Federation 1· Apr 17, 2016· Light Heavyweight· 6-2 vs 5-0
    SD
    R3 · 5:00
  18. LOSS
    vs Jiri Prochazka
    Rizin Fighting Federation - Iza no Mai· Dec 31, 2015· Heavyweight· 6-1 vs 16-2-1
    TKO
    R1 · 10:00
  19. WIN
    vs Goran Reljic
    Rizin Fighting Federation - Saraba no Utake· Dec 29, 2015· Heavyweight· 6-0 vs 15-6
    KO
    R1 · 2:58
  20. WIN
    vs Joaquim Ferreira
    S-70: Plotforma Cup 2015· Aug 29, 2015· Light Heavyweight· 5-0 vs 19-10
    TKO
    R1 · 0:22
  21. WIN
    vs Izidor Bunea
    Steel Battle 2· Apr 24, 2015· Light Heavyweight· 4-0 vs 2-7
    SUB
    R1 · 1:00
  22. WIN
    vs Michał Gutowski
    Liberation Cup 2013· Aug 5, 2013· Light Heavyweight· 3-0 vs 6-4
    TKO
    R1 · 4:32
  23. WIN
    vs Andrey Trufaykin
    Radmer Cup 4· Jun 27, 2013· Light Heavyweight· 2-0 vs 0-3
    TKO
    R1 · 2:29
  24. 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

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
7

Men's Pound-for-Pound

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

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1970▲8
Peak
1970Dec 13, 2025
Rated fights
24
1500165018001950201420162018202020222024May 31, 2013 · 1541Jun 27, 2013 · 1572Aug 5, 2013 · 1613Apr 24, 2015 · 1612Aug 29, 2015 · 1655Dec 29, 2015 · 1711Dec 31, 2015 · 1683Apr 17, 2016 · 1670Jun 17, 2016 · 1693Dec 29, 2016 · 1709Dec 29, 2016 · 1726Aug 25, 2017 · 1748Feb 16, 2018 · 1785Nov 15, 2018 · 1800Oct 12, 2019 · 1834Jun 7, 2020 · 1877Aug 21, 2020 · 1906Apr 16, 2021 · 1937Oct 16, 2021 · 1948Nov 18, 2022 · 1944Jun 16, 2023 · 1951Feb 24, 2024 · 1956Jan 25, 2025 · 1962Dec 13, 2025 · 19701970

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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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