Vadim Nemkov’s championship reign and grand prix run are rolling on.
In his first defense of the light heavyweight title, Nemkov (14-2) used his striking to earn a unanimous decision over Davis (22-6, 1 NC) in the Bellator 257 main event on Friday at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. All three judges scored the fight 48-47 for Nemkov.
With the win, Nemkov also advances to the semi-finals of the Bellator Light Heavyweight World Grand Prix, where he awaits the winner of the Anthony Johnson vs. Yoel Romero matchup that takes place at Bellator 257 on May 7.