Merab Dvalishvili prepares for Petr Yan title fight at UFC 333

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Last updated Oct 19, 2026

Merab Dvalishvili prepares for Petr Yan title fight at UFC 333
Summary

Merab Dvalishvili will challenge Petr Yan for the bantamweight title in a trilogy bout at UFC 333 on October 24 at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. Dvalishvili describes himself as a 'decision machine,' with 16 of his 21 career victories coming by decision. He humorously predicted another decision victory when asked by a fan about how he would beat Yan. Dvalishvili has recorded two finishes in the UFC, suggesting a focus on his decision-heavy fighting style in upcoming match.

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  • •UFC 333 scheduled for October 24 in Abu Dhabi
  • •Dvalishvili has a decision-heavy record with 16 wins by decision
  • •Two UFC finishes include a TKO and a submission
  • •Dvalishvili's remarks highlight his fighting approach ahead of the match
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  • 3:18 AMSherdog — Merab Dvalishvili calls himself a 'decision machine' before Yan trilogy
  • 3:18 AMYahoo Sports — Merab Dvalishvili calls himself a 'decision machine' before Yan trilogy
What they're saying
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Merab Dvalishvili acknowledges his low finishing rate in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

— Sherdogby sayannag88@gmail.com (Sayan Nag)
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Merab Dvalishvili acknowledges his low finishing rate in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

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