Alexander Volkanovski, Petr Yan Face Off Ahead of UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi
Featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski and bantamweight champion Petr Yan took part in their final faceoffs at Friday's ceremonial weigh-ins ahead of UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi.
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Alexander Volkanovski and Petr Yan are set to defend their titles following electrifying final faceoffs at Friday’s UFC 333 ceremonial weigh-ins in Abu Dhabi, MMA Fighting reported. The top two bouts on Saturday’s card represent two of the most anticipated championship fights in recent memory.
In the main event, two-time featherweight champion Volkanovski looks to turn away undefeated contender Movsar Evloev, who brings a 10-0 UFC record into the clash. Evloev expressed readiness on stage, stating, “All the work has been done. Everything that needs to be said has been said.
And now I need to do things I’ve been working on for so long. Let’s go!” Volkanovski had the final word for the Abu Dhabi crowd, telling fans, “You’re in for a treat.”
The co-featured title fight showcases bantamweight champion Petr Yan, who remains at the forefront of the division's greatest-of-all-time conversation at 135 pounds. Following their staredown, Yan sent a sharp message regarding Saturday's matchup, promising, “I show you who’s best of the best.” Both champions expect the Abu Dhabi event to deliver on the high expectations.
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