Denis Goltsov needed less than a minute to finish Hasan Mezhiev at PFL Charlotte, stopping him via TKO due to punches at the 0:52 mark of round one. The quick finish was part of the PFL Charlotte: Battle vs. Rosta card.
Denis Goltsov wasted no time making a statement at PFL Charlotte, stopping Hasan Mezhiev via TKO due to punches at just 52 seconds of the opening round on the PFL Charlotte: Battle vs. Rosta card on August 8, 2026.
The finish was as emphatic as it was swift. Goltsov needed less than a minute to put his opponent away, with the referee stepping in early in round one to wave off the contest before Mezhiev could mount any meaningful offense.
Why it matters
- A sub-minute finish sends a strong message to the rest of the division heading into the remainder of the PFL season.
- The victory adds momentum for Goltsov, who delivered one of the quickest stoppages on the card.
- For Mezhiev, the rapid TKO loss will require a swift turnaround in form if he hopes to remain competitive in the promotion.
The result stood as one of the night's most decisive moments, with Goltsov's power and aggression on full display from the opening bell.
