Bruno Cappelozza defeated Valentin Moldavsky by unanimous decision at PFL Charlotte, with judges scoring the bout 29-28, 30-27, and 29-28. The heavyweight contest took place on the PFL Charlotte: Battle vs. Rosta card.
Bruno Cappelozza earned a unanimous decision victory over Valentin Moldavsky in a heavyweight clash at PFL Charlotte: Battle vs. Rosta on August 8, 2026, with two judges scoring the bout 29-28 and a third turning in a 30-27 card in Cappelozza's favor.
Cappelozza, a 36-year-old Brazilian heavyweight, improves to 15-7-0 with the win. Standing six-foot-two with a generous 79-inch reach, he has built a reputation as an active striker, landing 1.58 significant strikes per minute at 61.53 percent accuracy. He also contributes on the ground, averaging 2.5 takedowns per 15 minutes, making him a well-rounded threat in the division.
Moldavsky, 34, drops to 14-4-0. The Russian heavyweight stands six-foot-one with a 74-inch reach and is one of the more precise strikers in the weight class, posting a striking accuracy of 65.93 percent, though he lands at a lower volume of 0.9 significant strikes per minute. He has shown consistent wrestling pressure as well, averaging 3.75 takedowns per 15 minutes throughout his career.
Why it matters
- Cappelozza's decision win over a seasoned heavyweight in Moldavsky bolsters his standing in the PFL's crowded 265-pound picture.
- The wide 30-27 scorecard from one judge suggests Cappelozza controlled significant portions of the fight, potentially strengthening his case for a high-profile next assignment.
- Moldavsky's fourth career loss raises questions about where he fits in the current heavyweight landscape heading into the second half of 2026.
