Returning Russian Finisher Clarifies Nature Of Relationship Ahead Of Sharing The Octagon With His Countryman On Saturday
Sergei Pavlovich headed into last year as a rising star in the heavyweight ranks — a punishing finisher on a five-fight winning streak where each victory came inside the opening five minutes, leaving very few eager to raise their hand for a chance to share the Octagon with the impressive Russian.
Last April, he headlined for the first time, stepping in with Curtis Blaydes and stepping back into the winner’s circle after barely three minutes of work; his winning streak extended to six and his aura as “the guy no one wants to face” solidified even further.