Vadim Nemkov vs. Timothy Johnson is an upcoming MMA welterweight fight promoted and organized by the Professional Fighter’s League (PFL). The fight is scheduled to be the co-main event of PFL Champions Series 1 on January 25, 2025, at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai, UAE. Timothy Johnson, a former UFC heavyweight contender, maintains an MMA record of 18 wins and 10 losses (18-10-0) as of January 22, 2025, and will be making his third appearance under the PFL banner. Johnson will be squaring off against the former Bellator heavyweight champion Vadim Nemkov, who holds a professional MMA record of 17 wins, two losses, and one no-contest (17-2-0, 1NC), heading into the event.
In his last fight, Nemkov squared off against Bruno Cappelozza at PFL vs. Bellator and won the bout via a second-round submission. On the other hand, Timothy Johnson faced Denis Goltsov in his last fight and lost the bout by a TKO in the first round.
Vadim Nemkov vs. Timothy Johnson Tale of the Tape
| Stats | Vadim Nemkov | Timothy Johnson |
| MMA Record | 17-2-0, 1NC | 18-10-0 |
| Last Fight | Win | Loss |
| Nationality | Russian | American |
| Age | 32 | 39 |
| Height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Weight | 245 lb (111 kg) | 264 lb (120 kg) |
| Reach | 76 in | 78 in |
| Win Streak (Active) | 3 (Unbeaten Streak: 12) | 0 |
| MMA Debut | 2013 | 2010 |
Vadim Nemkov Record
Heading into PFL Champions Series 1, Vadim Nemkov maintains a professional MMA record of 17 wins, two losses, and one no-contest (17-2-0, 1NC). Nemkov has wins over formidable opponents like Corey Anderson and Yoel Romero. Among his wins, nine were achieved by knockout, four by submission, and four via decision.
| 20 matches | 17 wins | 2 losses |
| By knockout | 9 | 1 |
| By submission | 4 | 0 |
| By decision | 4 | 1 |
| No contests | 1 | |
Timothy Johnson Record
As of January 22, 2025, Timothy Johnson holds an MMA record of 18 wins and 10 losses (18-10-0). Of his victories, ten wins came via a knockout, three by submitting his opponent, and five by decision.
| 28 matches | 18 wins | 10 losses |
| By knockout | 10 | 6 |
| By submission | 3 | 1 |
| By decision | 5 | 3 |
FAQs on Vadim Nemkov and Timothy Johnson's Head-to-Head Record
A. Vadim Nemkov vs. Timothy Johnson is scheduled for January 25, 2025.
A. Vadim Nemkov vs. Timothy Johnson is set to take place at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai, UAE.
A. Timothy Johnson holds an MMA record of 18 wins and 10 losses (18-10-0) as of January 22, 2025.
A. As of January 22, 2025, Vadim Nemkov holds an MMA record of 17-2-0, 1NC.
A. Vadim Nemkov is 32 years old as of January 2025.
