Vadim Nemkov

Vadim Aleksandrovich Nemkov was born on June 20, 1992, in Belgorod, Russia. He trained under Fedor Emelianenko and became a dominant force in both mixed martial arts and sambo. His career path took him from local Russian competitions to the global stage of Bellator MMA. There he held the Light Heavyweight World Championship for an extended period, becoming the longest-reigning champion in that division's history. After leaving Bellator, Nemkov moved to the Professional Fighters League (PFL) to compete in the Heavyweight division. He quickly adapted to the new weight class and won the inaugural PFL Heavyweight Championship. This victory solidified his status as a top contender in the sport. As of late March, rankings placed him at number three in the men's pound-for-pound list. He is also the younger brother of fellow fighter Viktor Nemkov.[edit]