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Vitaly Minakov (Vitaly Viktorovich Minakov) was born on 6 February, 1985 in Bryansk, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union, is a Russian sambist, judoka and mixed martial artist. Discover Vitaly Minakov's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 39 years old?

Popular As Vitaly Viktorovich Minakov
Occupation N/A
Age 39 years old
Zodiac Sign Aquarius
Born 6 February 1985
Birthday 6 February
Birthplace Bryansk, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union
Nationality Russia

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Vitaly Minakov Height, Weight & Measurements

At 39 years old, Vitaly Minakov height is 6ft 2in and Weight 265 lb.

Physical Status
Height 6ft 2in
Weight 265 lb
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Dating & Relationship status

He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.

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Vitaly Minakov Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Vitaly Minakov worth at the age of 39 years old? Vitaly Minakov’s income source is mostly from being a successful Fighter. He is from Russia. We have estimated Vitaly Minakov's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2024 Under Review
Net Worth in 2023 Pending
Salary in 2023 Under Review
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1985

Vitaly Viktorovich Minakov (Виталий Викторович Минаков; born February 6, 1985) is a Russian mixed martial artist, sambist and judoka who competed in the heavyweight division.

2008

He is a Sambo World Champion, (2008–2011).

2010

A professional competitor from 2010 till 2021, he competed for Bellator MMA, where he is the former Bellator MMA Heavyweight World Champion, M-1 Global and Fight Nights Global.

Minakov made his professional MMA debut in November 2010.

2012

Minakov defeated UFC and Bellator veteran Eddie Sanchez on June 7, 2012 at Fight Nights - Battle of Moscow 7.

He won via KO in the first round.

Minakov defeated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu World Champion and UFC veteran Fabiano Scherner on September 17, 2012 at Fight Nights - Battle of Desne.

He won via KO in the first round.

In June 2012, Minakov was signed in Bellator.

He made his debut the following fall at Bellator 79 on November 2, 2012.

He defeated a Moldavian National Champion & Judo Black Belt Vladimir Starcencov via TKO in the second round to win his Bellator and North American debut.

2013

Minakov faced Ron Sparks on June 19, 2013 in the Bellator Heavyweight Tournament Semifinal.

He won in the first round by technical knockout.

Minakov faced Ryan Martinez at Bellator 97 in the finals on July 31, 2013.

He got the TKO victory via punches in the third round, after he took Martinez down and secured full mount.

Minakov faced and defeated Alexander Volkov on November 15, 2013 at Bellator 108 to win the Bellator Heavyweight Championship.

2014

Minakov faced Bellator Season 9 Heavyweight Tournament winner Cheick Kongo at Bellator 115 on April 4, 2014.

He won via unanimous decision to retain the Bellator Heavyweight Championship.

2015

He fought seven times since July 2015 and won all seven of his bouts by finishes.

2016

Minakov was stripped of his Bellator MMA title on May 14, 2016 due to inactivity.

After leaving Bellator MMA, Minakov returned to fight in his native Russia, under Fight Nights Global promotion.

2018

On August 23, 2018 it was revealed that Minakov and his management team had reconciled with Bellator and reached an agreement for a new contract.

The new contract was for 6 bouts at $300,000 per fight, with his win bonuses applied on top of that fee.

2019

On January 16, 2019, RusFighters LLC, Minakov's agent and manager, filed a lawsuit in the Orange County Superior Court against Minakov and Ali Abdelaziz, claiming Minakov breached the agreement with RusFighters when he used Abdelaziz to sign the new contract with Bellator.

In his return, Minakov faced Cheick Kongo in a rematch at Bellator 216 on February 16, 2019.

He lost the fight via unanimous decision, marking his first professional loss in MMA.

Minakov was to face Javy Ayala at Bellator 225 on August 24, 2019.

However, on the day of the fight, it was announced that Ayala was pulled from the bout due to undisclosed medical reasons.

Minakov instead faced Tim Johnson.

Minakov won the bout via first round knockout.

Minakov was re-scheduled to meet Ayala at Bellator 232 on October 26, 2019.

However, Minakov was unable to obtain visa for the bout, leading to Ayala being pulled from the card also.

Minakov was scheduled to face Tyrell Fortune on October 23, 2021 at Bellator 269.

However in August, it was announced that Fortune pulled out due to unknown reasons and was replaced by Said Sowma.

He lost the bout after it was stopped due to a broken finger.

2020

On February 28, 2020, the courts agreed that RusFighters LLC is owed 20% of any gross performance compensation of any bout during the term of his 6 bout Bellator contract.