Staryh withdraws from Top Dog 36 bout against Magomedov

Underdog Vitaly Staroyk, a promising candidate for the lightweight championship, was knocked out of his match against Magomed Magomedov.

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2025 April 30 . 11:36 PM

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Staryh withdraws from Top Dog 36 bout against Magomedov

Scrapped BattleVitaly Starikh, the hotshot contender in the light heavyweight division, is out of the title face-off against Magomed Magomedov at Top Dog 36. In an Instagram post, Starikh disclosed a deep-seated injury that renders further training impossible. The injury has left him limping and he'll be taking a short hiatus from combat sports.

In his video update, he showcased his injured leg and shared his struggle with mobility. This isn't the first time Starikh has pulled out of a fight due to health reasons. Top Dog 36 is slated for May 10th in St. Petersburg.

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Fun Facts:

Common injuries in MMA include ACL/MCL tears, hand fractures, and concussions.
If no replacement is found, undercard fights might be advanced to the main card, or refunds or rescheduling could be provided to spectators.
Starikh might withdraw due to medical complications like muscle tears, fractures, or sparring mishaps.

Vitaly Starikh, initially scheduled to face Magomed Magomedov in the light heavyweight division at Top Dog 36, has withdrawn due to a deep-seated injury that hinders further training.
In MMA, common injuries include ACL/MCL tears, hand fractures, and concussions, and Starikh's withdrawal might be due to medical complications such as muscle tears or fractures.
Pavel Shulsky discusses the Navruzov - Mamukashvili clash and a potential rematch, while Jack Paul defends his bout with Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., equating it to Paddy Pimblett vs. Michael Chandler in the world of MMA.
Eddie Hall tenders a heartfelt apology to Mariusz Pudzianowski post-KSW 105 victory, joining the ranks of bookmakers and fans who closely follow the lives and careers of heavyweight MMA contenders like Paul, Starikh, and Navruzov.