“Take My Revenge” – Petr Yan Promises Early Knockout Against Champion Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 323
This Saturday’s UFC 323 main event features Merab Dvalishvili defending his bantamweight title against former champion Petr Yan. The matchup will take place at the T-Mobile Arena and marks the final UFC pay-per-view event before the organization transitions to Paramount. The hype surrounding the showdown continues to rise as the Russian contender promises explosive fireworks while preparing for his high-stakes championship opportunity.
For Yan, this marks his first title opportunity since losing his championship chance to Aljamain Sterling back at UFC 273. Since that defeat, the determined Russian contender has bounced back impressively and now stands on a strong 3-fight winning streak. All three victories came by decision, showcasing his discipline and tactical sharpness while rebuilding momentum in the competitive bantamweight division.
However, facing Merab Dvalishvili, Yan has boldly promised a dominant finish to reclaim championship glory with an authoritative statement. “I want to win early by knockout. When you finish the champ early, it leaves absolutely no talk, no speculations. I want to get the belt back and take my revenge. I have everything it takes to beat him,” Petr Yan via UFC.
petr yan plans to finish Merab Dvalishvili early to get his revenge for the first fight 😤🔥
— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) November 29, 2025
"I want to win early by knockout. When you finish the champ early, it leaves absolutely no talk, no speculations. I want to get the belt back and take my revenge. I have everything it… pic.twitter.com/kBP5bDShFt
Yan enters the matchup as one of the most technically gifted strikers, possessing sharp combinations, powerful counters, and elite timing. However, Merab Dvalishvili has consistently dismantled strikers with overwhelming pressure, relentless wrestling, and chaotic volume.
The fight ultimately hinged on Yan’s ability to defend takedowns consistently while maintaining balance, composure, and sharp counterpunching. If he lands a clean knockout shot early, momentum could shift, and Yan can avenge his previous loss against the Georgian superstar.
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Can Merab Dvalishvili break the single-year title defense record at UFC 323?
At UFC 323, Merab Dvalishvili will enter his fourth 2025 title defense after previously dismantling Umar Nurmagomedov, Sean O’Malley, and Cory Sandhagen. Across these championship outings, the ‘Machine’ overwhelmed every challenger with unmatched pressure, proving himself the most active and consistent champion.
His rare ability to weaponize pace allowed him to secure decisive victories, showcasing technical maturity and cardio superiority over elite bantamweight opponents. Riding an incredible 14-fight winning streak, Dvalishvili’s momentum continues building, strengthening his case as the division’s most unstoppable presence. Heading into his matchup with Yan, Merab Dvalishvili stands as the clear betting favorite expected to extend his championship run successfully.
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