Edmen Shahbazyan vs Nassourdine Imavov — Fight recap

Nassourdine Imavov defeated Edmen Shahbazyan via TKO in the second round at 4:52 on November 6, 2021, with referee Keith Peterson stopping the action. Imavov's superior volume and precision proved decisive, landing 42 of 63 significant strikes (66%) compared to Shahbazyan's 22 of 35 (62%), while controlling the cage for 3:56 versus 2:34.

Shahbazyan attempted five takedowns but converted only one, unable to establish his wrestling game against Imavov's composed striking defense. Imavov's head-strike accuracy—34 of 54 landed—created the cumulative damage that ultimately forced the stoppage, with Imavov never taken down despite Shahbazyan's grappling efforts.

The victory marked a significant statement for the rising middleweight contender and signaled questions about Shahbazyan's ability to compete at the elite level following the loss.