Andrey Goncharov defeats Fanil Rafikov by decision in Fight Nights GP semifinal

Andrey Goncharov secured a unanimous decision victory over Fanil Rafikov, advancing to the final of the Fight Nights lightweight grand prix. The judges scored the bout in Goncharov's favor after three competitive rounds. Goncharov will now face the other semifinal winner in the tournament final. Fight Nights continues to host its ongoing grand prix tournament in Russia. The victory demonstrates Goncharov's progress in the lightweight division.