“From the first seconds it was clear that Mineev knew how to work with Ismailov” – Vasilevsky

Russian fighter Vladimir Mineev From the first seconds, he knew how to behave in a duel with a compatriot Magomed Ismailov multiple world champion in combat sambo, an MMA fighter told Vyacheslav Vasilievsky .

On Saturday in Moscow, Mineev defeated Ismailov in a boxing match by unanimous decision. During the meeting, Ismailov was knocked down several times.

Mineev and Ismailov have already met twice in the cage. Their first fight, which took place in October 2018 at the Fight Nights Global 90 tournament, ended in a draw. The second fight between Mineev and Ismailov took place in October 2021 at the AMC Fight Nights 105 tournament. Mineev won that fight by technical knockout in the third round.

— To be honest, I saw this fight a little differently. I thought Maga would be easier, there would be combinations, he would move, his performance would be more playful, which would suit the fight with Vladimir. But Maga chose to work in the same way as Vladimir: in a mirror. It’s as if he was also tall and had long arms. In my opinion, the tactic was slightly wrong.

And for the viewer, the fight was great – there was a lot of action and drama. Magi could not demonstrate his technique, but he showed courage and character and worked to the maximum. And Vova is a great guy. It is clear that he is ready both tactically and technically. From this fight it was clear that Volodya Magu understood how to work with him. From the first seconds he knew how to act. And he succeeded. In general, I think that all the spectators did not regret watching this fight, ”Vasilevsky told .

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