UFC 333 defended the title against Yan Dvalishvili

In the second main event of the UFC 333 tournament held in Abu Dhabi, the featherweight champion Pyotr Yan successfully defended his title. One.uz reports this.

The Russian fighter secured a victory in the third and decisive fight against former champion Merab Dvalishvili. This victory brought the overall score of the historic trilogy to 2:1 and put an end to the ongoing rivalry between them.

Fight history and result The rivalry between the two stars began with the first clash in March 2023. At that time, Dvalishvili won by utilizing relentless takedowns and superior cardio.

In the rematch in December 2025, Yan drew the right conclusions from his mistakes, secured a confident victory, and reclaimed the belt. The third fight at UFC 333 was the final link in this chain, solidifying Yan's dominance.

Fight analysis The five-round fight took place under high tempo and skill. While Pyotr Yan accurately controlled the distance, he effectively neutralized his opponent's dangerous grappling attempts.

He maintained the initiative with a series of powerful and precise strikes on his feet. The fight continued fully throughout all scheduled rounds, and ultimately, all three judges unanimously recognized the Russian athlete's victory.

With this victory, Pyotr Yan once again proved his absolute leadership in the division and that he is one of the most brilliant champions in UFC history. Source: One.uz