Tom Nolan vs Viacheslav Borshchev — Fight recap

Tom Nolan defeated Viacheslav Borshchev by unanimous decision after three rounds on February 8, 2025, in a striking-heavy contest where volume proved decisive. Nolan landed 69 significant strikes on 39% accuracy while controlling the cage for 2:01, though he struggled with his takedown attempts, converting just 1 of 8.

Borshchev displayed superior striking efficiency at 55%, landing 66 significant strikes including all 20 leg kicks attempted, and maintained 3:11 of control time. The Ukrainian's body work was notably effective—26 of 31 body strikes connected—yet Nolan's higher output and three submission attempts across the fight secured the judges' favor.

Referee Marc Goddard oversaw a competitive matchup where neither fighter achieved a knockdown, leaving Nolan to advance on volume and activity metrics.