Song Yadong seeks title shot after knockout win in Shanghai
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 4:01 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Song Yadong earned a significant victory at UFC Fight Night 286, knocking out Umar Nurmagomedov in the second round on August 29 at the Shanghai Oriental Sports Center. Following the win, Yadong expressed confidence in his abilities, indicating he can finish any fighter in the bantamweight division. He hopes to face the winner of the upcoming title fight between Petr Yan and Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 333 on October 24. Yadong's knockout marks a pivotal moment in his career, as it solidifies his place among elite contenders in the division.
- •Song Yadong knocked out Umar Nurmagomedov in the second round.
- •The fight took place at UFC Fight Night 286 in Shanghai.
- •Yadong calls for a title shot against the winner of Yan vs. Dvalishvili.
- •He has won three of his last four fights.
- •The next bantamweight title bout is scheduled for October 24.
- 4:01 PMYahoo Sports — Song Yadong wants title shot after UFC Shanghai: 'I can finish everyone'
"Song Yadong wants the winner of Petr Yan vs. Merab Dvalishvili 3 after his UFC Shanghai knockout win.
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