Volkanovski retains title, UFC 333 sets attendance records in Abu Dhabi
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 6:08 AM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026
UFC 333 occurred on October 25 at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, featuring two title fights. Alexander Volkanovski defended his featherweight championship against Movsar Evloev, winning by second-round TKO, marking Evloev's first career loss. Bantamweight champion Petr Yan also retained his title, defeating Merab Dvalishvili by unanimous decision. UFC CEO Dana White revealed the event set records for highest attendance and gate receipts in the venue's history, with over half of the attendees coming from outside the UAE.
- •UFC 333 took place on October 25 at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi.
- •Alexander Volkanovski defeated Movsar Evloev by second-round TKO.
- •Petr Yan retained his bantamweight title against Merab Dvalishvili via unanimous decision.
- •Event set records for attendance and revenue at the venue.
- •Over 50% of attendees traveled from outside the UAE.
- 6:08 AMYahoo Sports — UFC 333 sets records in Abu Dhabi
"UFC 333 set several records at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
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