Petr Yan beats Merab Dvalishvili by UD at UFC 333
Petr Yan defeated Merab Dvalishvili by unanimous decision at UFC 333, moving to 21-4 in a closely contested bantamweight encounter. The Russian dictated range and tempo across the scheduled distance, edging the Georgian on all three cards to claim a hard-earned victory.
How it ended
With no finish materialising over the full bout, the judges scored in favour of Yan's cleaner work and control. Dvalishvili's relentless pace kept the outcome competitive, but the scorecards reflected Yan's ability to land the sharper exchanges when it mattered. The decision was unanimous, settling a tactical battle that went the distance.
Updated records
- Petr Yan — 21-4 (7 KO)
- Merab Dvalishvili — 21-6 (3 KO)
What's next
Yan improves to 21-4 and re-establishes himself in the bantamweight picture after a tightly fought win. Dvalishvili slips to 21-6, absorbing a setback that may shift his standing in a crowded division. Both men remain fixtures in the upper reaches of the weight class, though their immediate trajectories now diverge following this result.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Petr Yan vs Merab Dvalishvili?
Petr Yan defeated Merab Dvalishvili by UD at UFC 333.
How did Petr Yan vs Merab Dvalishvili end?
The fight ended by UD.
What's Petr Yan's record now?
Petr Yan now stands at 21-4 (7 KO).
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