Alonzo Menifield vs Misha Cirkunov — Fight recap

Alonzo Menifield defeated Misha Cirkunov by KO/TKO in the first round at 2:28 on October 15, 2022, with referee Mark Smith officiating. Menifield landed eight of 17 significant strikes (47%) and scored one knockdown while controlling the fight's minimal clinch work for just three seconds.

Cirkunov managed five of eight significant strikes (62%) but failed to execute any of his four takedown attempts, generating zero control time in a lopsided opening round. The light heavyweight matchup saw Menifield's striking volume and power overcome Cirkunov's early accuracy, establishing dominance that ended decisively in the opening frame.

The victory positions Menifield as a dangerous finisher in the 205-pound division's upper ranks.