Vyacheslav Datsik, a mixed style fighter known for his performances in MMA, has entered a new indefinite agreement with the Russian Ministry of Defense. The confirmation came through a news agency, and the development marks a fresh chapter in the athlete’s public service and athletic career. According to representatives close to the fighter, the contract was signed in Khanty-Mansiysk, signaling a relocation to a different unit where Datsik will carry out his duties while continuing his professional combat activities. The announcement also noted that his son, Yaroslav, who serves in the Air Force, is expected to accompany Datsik to the special military operations zone, reinforcing the family’s ongoing connection to service.
Earlier updates indicated that in January he sustained injuries while operating in the SVO area; however, Datsik subsequently disputed the reports, explaining that the injuries were not sustained in combat but were the result of a dog bite that left him at home recovering. The fighter emphasized that his condition allowed him to remain active in training and competition and did not impede his core professional obligations.
As for the sport record, Datsik, aged 44, has compiled a record that includes seven wins and nine losses in MMA competition. In August of the previous year, he appeared in a boxing match in Moscow where he delivered a knockout to Oli Thompson, a former UFC competitor who has competed widely across the boxing scene. The bout drew attention for its cross-discipline matchup and showcased Datsik’s adaptability across combat sports.
On October 28, Datsik faced Belarusian opponent Pyotr Romankevich as part of a REN TV Fight Club event. The match concluded with Datsik suffering a technical knockout in the second round, a result that was noted across media outlets and sports coverage. The outcome added another chapter to Datsik’s long-running engagement with high-profile fights, both in MMA and related combat sports.
In the broader context of his career, Datsik has been part of conversations within the professional fighting community for several years. A figure who has moved between organizations and disciplines, he has occasionally drawn attention from leadership within the sport. In a related historical note, the UFC president at one point referred to him as among the greatest fighters in the history of the sport, a statement that has been cited in various profiles and discussions about the sport’s evolution.