PFL returns to the Theater at Virgin Hotels in Las Vegas, Nevada, for PFL 3, where heavyweights Denis Goltsov and Patrick Brady square off on the main card. Originally billed to fight Yorgan Castro at PFL 2 last week, the Russian heavyweight Goltsov pulled out and will now battle Brady at the last event of the regular season. The American heavyweight, undefeated as a professional, will make his PFL debut.
MMA: PFL Heavyweight
Location: The Theater at Virgin Hotels in Las Vegas, Nevada
Where to watch: ESPN +
Date: 15.4.2023, 04:00
Denis Goltsov
Denis Goltsov, a skilled MMA fighter from Russia, boasts an impressive professional record of 27 wins and 6 losses. Renowned for his commanding grappling technique and knockout power, Goltsov began his career with a nine-fight win streak, eight of which were stoppages. In 2015, he joined the ranks of the ACB promotion and continued to make waves as one of the top Heavyweights in the league, garnering a 10-2 record. His impressive record includes significant victories over UFC veterans Tony Johnson Jr. and Paul Buentello. Recently, Goltsov, also a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, has won three of his last four bouts, with his lone loss coming against Ante Delia in August 2021.
Tale of the Tape
- Age: 32
- Height: 6' 5"
- Reach: 78"
- Record: 29-7
Patrick Brady
The American heavyweight turned pro late in life. The 39-year-old became a professional in 2021 and has been 5-0 since then. Known as "The Brick," he's primarily competed in Art of War cage Fighting, but now he's set to make his PFL debut in a heavyweight bout against Goltsov. Patrick Brady's sports a nine-fight streak, with his lone loss coming in his amateur debut in 2018. A skilled wrestler and grappler, Brady has also dabbled in grappling contests.
Tale of the Tape
- Age: 39
- Height: 6' 0"
- Reach: N/A
- Record: 5-0
Betting Odds
Denis Goltsov is a massive favorite for the win with 1.085 odds on 1XBET. A win for Patrick Brady is priced at 7.5 odds also on 1XBET. Coinplay lists Yes for "Will the specified round (2) start" at 1.75 odds on Coinplay. No comes at 1.95 odds. On Marathonbet, a win for Brady is 7.00 odds.
