Devon Larratt Crushes Alex Kurdecha at East vs West 19

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The 2025 Strongest Arm On Earth, hosted by Brian Shaw in Loveland, Colorado on August 15th, delivered one of the most anticipated matchups in modern armwrestling—Devon Larratt vs Alex Kurdecha. Staged as part of East vs West 19, this clash pitted two heavyweights across left and right-hand matches, both ending in dominant fashion for Devon.


DEVON LARRATT vs ALEX KURDECHA | RIGHT ARM

Results at a Glance​

• Left Arm: Devon Larratt defeats Alex Kurdecha 3–0
• Right Arm: Devon Larratt defeats Alex Kurdecha 3–0

Left-Hand Showdown: Control Through Straps​

Less than two months after their first left-arm battle, the rematch was set. Kurdecha opened aggressively, pressing hard in the first round, but fouls cost him points. Once the strap came into play, the match tilted completely in Devon’s favor.

• Round 1: Kurdecha fouls twice, point to Devon.
• Rounds 2–3: Devon’s strap dominance and rising back pressure overwhelmed Alex. Devon closed the series 3–0, even taunting his opponent mid-match.

Right-Hand Match: Total Domination​

Devon’s right arm has long been his most dangerous weapon, and against Kurdecha, it showed.

• Round 1: A brief wrist slip didn’t stop Devon from finishing clean.
• Round 2: Devon held Alex mid-table, pulled his shirt over his head, and still controlled the hand—psychological and technical superiority on display.
• Round 3: A lightning-fast flash pin sealed the 3–0 sweep.

Why Devon Won​

• Strap IQ: Once strapped, Devon neutralized Kurdecha’s surges.
• Table Control: He froze exchanges mid-table, then climbed for pronation.
• Psychological Edge: His in-match taunts reinforced confidence while draining Alex mentally.

Other Marquee Matches at the Event​

The card featured more heavyweight action:

• Brian Shaw vs Brandon Allen: Shaw powered to a 3–1 win, proving his grip strength is world-class and earning his second professional armwrestling victory.
• Eddie Hall vs Robert Oberst: A rivalry renewed from Strongman days. Oberst forfeited at 2–1, handing Hall the victory.

Significance for Devon’s Legacy​

At 50 years old, Devon continues to dismantle top contenders with both arms. His only true rival remains Levan Saginashvili. With Kurdecha dispatched in straight sets, anticipation builds for a potential rematch against Levan—the only man who has handed Devon clear losses in recent years.

What’s Next​

The crossover between Strongman and elite armwrestling has proven to be a massive draw. Fans now await Devon’s next challenge—whether it’s a Levan rematch or another heavyweight showdown under the Shaw Classic banner, the future looks explosive for the sport.

Sources:​

https://fitnessvolt.com/devon-larratt-crushes-alex-kurdecha-in-left-and-right-arm-wrestling-matches/
https://www.muscleandfitness.com/athletes-celebrities/news/brian-shaw-strongest-arm-on-earth/