Petr Yan Retains Bantamweight Title With Decision Win Over Dvalishvili at UFC 333
Petr Yan defeated Merab Dvalishvili by unanimous decision to defend his UFC bantamweight championship at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
KEY POINTS
- Petr Yan won by unanimous decision with scores of 48-47 across all three judges' cards
- The fight was the third meeting between Yan and Dvalishvili for the UFC bantamweight title
- Yan secured his first title defense since winning the belt back in December 2025
- Dvalishvili won the first meeting in March 2023, while Yan won the rematch in December 2025
- Yan's record improved to 21-5 while Dvalishvili dropped to 21-6
Petr Yan defeated Merab Dvalishvili by unanimous decision at UFC 333 on Saturday at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. All three judges scored the fight 48-47 in favor of Yan.
The victory marked Yan's first title defense since reclaiming the bantamweight belt in December 2025. It also completed his trilogy against Dvalishvili, with each fighter now holding one win under the UFC banner.
Dvalishvili opened the fight aggressively, applying pressure and securing several takedowns in the first two rounds. Yan quickly returned to his feet each time.
The momentum shifted in the third round as Yan defended takedown attempts more effectively and landed counter strikes. He maintained control through the fourth and fifth rounds to secure the decision.
Yan improved his professional record to 21 wins and 5 losses. Dvalishvili's record fell to 21 wins and 6 losses after the defeat.
Yan stated after the fight that his priority was to defend the belt and close the chapter on their rivalry. He said it was very important to finish the trilogy and turn the page.
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