Petr Evgenyevich Yan is a Russian professional mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC's Bantamweight division. He is a former UFC Bantamweight Champion and also held the bantamweight title in the Absolute Championship Berkut promotion earlier in his career. As of late October 2025, he is ranked #3 in the UFC bantamweight rankings, establishing him as one of the top contenders in his weight class.
His notability stems from his championship pedigree and his reputation as a highly skilled and technical striker with a well-rounded game. Having held a UFC title, Yan is considered one of the elite fighters in one of the sport's most competitive divisions, making his fights significant events for mixed martial arts fans.
Yan has recently been in the news due to his upcoming high-profile rematch against Merab Dvalishvili. The bout is scheduled as the main event for UFC 323 on December 6, 2025. Recent headlines have focused on the official announcements for the event, including the selection of referees and judges for the title fight, as well as details regarding the fight card and ticket availability. This rematch is a major sporting event, drawing significant attention from the MMA community.
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