Valentin Moldavsky is set to compete at light heavyweight against Bruno Cappeloza at a PFL event in Washington on July 25. The bout marks Moldavsky's permanent move to the 93 kg division.
Valentin Moldavsky is making a permanent move to light heavyweight, with PFL announcing the Russian will face Bruno Cappeloza at a Washington event on July 25.
Moldavsky, 34, arrives at the 93-kilogram division carrying a 14-4 record built primarily in heavyweight. Standing six-foot-one with a 74-inch reach, he brings an unusually precise striking game for a big man — his 65.93 percent striking accuracy ranks among the sharpest in the sport at any weight class. He also adds a consistent wrestling threat, averaging 3.75 takedowns per 15 minutes, giving him a genuinely multi-dimensional skill set as he settles into the new division.
No verified record or statistical profile for Bruno Cappeloza was available in the AgentMMA database at time of publication.
Why it matters
- Moldavsky is not dropping down on a short-term basis — the move to light heavyweight is described as permanent, signaling a full career pivot.
- His combination of high-accuracy striking and a strong takedown rate could make him an immediate contender in a PFL light heavyweight field that rewards well-rounded fighters.
- The July 25 Washington card gains a notable headlining presence, with Moldavsky's divisional debut drawing attention from fans who followed his heavyweight run.
