Maxim Butorin vs Nikita Sharshavin

💪 Maxim Butorin and Nikita Sharshavin are set to headline Fight Nights 143 in Sochi. The bout will take place at middleweight as part of the promotion’s Grand Prix. Butorin enters the contest with a record of 27 wins, eight losses, and one draw, with 14 of his victories coming by submission. Sharshavin, meanwhile, has claimed victory in 11 of his 12 professional fights and currently holds the OPEN FC championship belt. Nikita’s strong wrestling pedigree adds even more intrigue to this matchup, especially when it comes to ground exchanges.

Butorin brings a wealth of experience and can be a real threat with his activity on the feet and dangerous submission skills. However, Sharshavin is less worn from pro competition and boasts superior wrestling credentials. His ability to take opponents to the mat could prove decisive against a more seasoned rival. That’s why we’re backing Nikita Sharshavin to win, banking on his edge in grappling exchanges.