Valeriy Myasnikov defeated Magomed "Black Cobra" Magomedov by unanimous decision at the joint RCC Hard and Gamebred bare-knuckle MMA tournament. The victory was secured across all three judges' scorecards.
Valeriy Myasnikov picked up a victory over Magomed Magomedov at the joint RCC Hard and Gamebred bare-knuckle MMA tournament on September 12, 2026, earning a unanimous decision with all three judges scoring the bout in his favor.
Magomedov, who fights out of Russia and competes under the nickname "Black Cobra," carries a professional record of 22 wins and 5 losses at 34 years old. Standing five-foot-seven with a 70-inch reach, he is a compact fighter who has built his reputation on striking efficiency — landing at a striking accuracy rate of 63.4 percent, an exceptionally precise mark. He averages 0.62 significant strikes per minute, suggesting a measured, selective approach on the feet rather than high output.
The bare-knuckle MMA format strips away the gloves and demands a different kind of precision, where accuracy carries an even greater premium than in conventional MMA — a context that made Magomedov's technical striking background relevant heading into the contest. Despite that, Myasnikov was able to navigate the full duration of the fight and earn the judges' nod across all three scorecards.
Why it matters
- Bare-knuckle MMA events under joint promotional banners like RCC Hard and Gamebred continue to grow as a distinct competitive format
- Magomedov's 22-5 record means the loss carries weight; bouncing back from a decision defeat will be a priority for the Russian veteran
- Myasnikov's unanimous decision win demonstrates he controlled enough of the fight to convince all three judges, a clean result that strengthens his standing in the format
