Umar Nurmagomedov and Yadong Song expect bantamweight title shots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 5:27 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Umar Nurmagomedov and Yadong Song are set to face off at UFC Shanghai this weekend, both seeking potential bantamweight title shots. The bout holds high stakes, as reigning champion Petr Yan awaits possible rematches against former titleholders Sean O'Malley and Merab Dvalishvili. O'Malley has expressed that a rematch with Yan makes sense, especially if either opponent secures a decisive victory. O'Malley previously defeated Song by unanimous decision at UFC 324. The outcomes of this weekend's fights could reshape the bantamweight division significantly.
- •Nurmagomedov and Song fight at UFC Shanghai on August 29, 2026.
- •Petr Yan may face rematches with O'Malley or Dvalishvili.
- •O'Malley has called for a rematch with Yan, emphasizing fan interest.
- •O'Malley previously won against Song at UFC 324.
- •A win for either Nurmagomedov or Song could shift title shot opportunities.
- 5:27 PMYahoo Sports — Bad news for Yadong (and Umar) — Sean O’Malley vs. Petr Yan rematch ‘makes most sense’ for UFC
"Both Umar Nurmagomedov and Yadong Song are expecting bantamweight title shots with a victory at UFC Shanghai this weekend in China. Unfortunately, nothing is guaranteed at 135 pounds with reigning champion Petr Yan in line for potential rematches against former titleholders Sean O’Malley and Merab Dvalishvili, who each hold a previous win over “No Mercy.” […]
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