Petr Yan retained his UFC bantamweight title, defeating Merab Dvalishvili by unanimous decision at UFC 333. Dvalishvili repeatedly scored takedowns, but Yan kept getting back up and took over late with sharper counters and damaging body shots.

By the Numbers
  • Yan won by unanimous decision, with all three judges scoring the fight 48-47.
  • The championship bout lasted five rounds.
Yes, But

Dvalishvili’s repeated takedowns and relentless pace made the fight competitive, especially early. But Yan’s ability to escape and land the cleaner, more damaging strikes helped him swing the later rounds.

Bottom Line

Dvalishvili controlled much of the wrestling, but Yan’s defense and late-fight damage proved more decisive—and kept the bantamweight championship with the champion.