UFC 333 Results: Alexander Volkanovski Stops Movsar Evloev, Petr Yan Retains Bantamweight Title in Abu Dhabi

UFC 333 delivered an action-packed night of MMA at Etihad Arena on Yas Island, with Alexander Volkanovski successfully defending his UFC featherweight championship against previously undefeated Movsar Evloev. In the co-main event, Petr Yan retained his UFC bantamweight title with a unanimous decision victory over Merab Dvalishvili.

Featuring two championship fights, impressive knockouts and rising contenders making statements, UFC 333 produced several memorable performances that could reshape the UFC rankings heading into 2027.

Alexander Volkanovski Defeats Movsar Evloev by Second-Round TKO

The UFC 333 main event featured featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski facing undefeated Russian contender Movsar Evloev in one of the most anticipated featherweight championship fights of 2026.

Evloev entered the Octagon looking to extend his unbeaten record and capture his first UFC championship. However, Volkanovski demonstrated why he remains one of the greatest featherweights in MMA history.

After a competitive opening round featuring Evloev’s wrestling attacks, Volkanovski began finding success with his striking during the second round.

A powerful right hand hurt Evloev, allowing Volkanovski to capitalize with additional punches before finishing the challenger with ground strikes.

Official Result: Alexander Volkanovski defeated Movsar Evloev via TKO at 4:54 of Round 2.

The victory marked Evloev’s first professional MMA defeat and moved Volkanovski ahead of José Aldo for the most championship fight victories in UFC featherweight history.

Petr Yan Defeats Merab Dvalishvili in UFC 333 Co-Main Event

The UFC 333 co-main event featured another championship showdown as Petr Yan defended his bantamweight title against former champion Merab Dvalishvili.

The highly anticipated trilogy fight showcased two of the UFC’s most accomplished bantamweights.

Dvalishvili applied relentless pressure and attempted numerous takedowns throughout the opening rounds. Yan responded with accurate counterstriking, improved defensive wrestling and effective body attacks.

As the championship rounds progressed, Yan began controlling the striking exchanges, landing cleaner punches while neutralizing much of Dvalishvili’s offensive wrestling.

After five competitive rounds, all three judges awarded Yan the victory.

Official Result: Petr Yan defeated Merab Dvalishvili via unanimous decision (48-47, 48-47, 48-47).

The victory secured another successful UFC bantamweight title defense for Yan and concluded one of the division’s most significant rivalries.

UFC 333 Main Card Results: Knockouts and Rising Contenders

Beyond the two championship fights, UFC 333 featured several impressive performances.

Lone’er Kavanagh continued his rise through the UFC flyweight division with a first-round TKO victory over Ramazan Temirov. Kavanagh finished the fight at 4:28 after connecting with a damaging uppercut and follow-up strikes.

Heavyweight contender Alexander Volkov defeated Rizvan Kuniev by unanimous decision, extending his winning streak to three fights and strengthening his position in the UFC heavyweight title picture.

Former Bellator standout Aaron Pico also delivered an impressive performance, stopping Losene Keita by first-round TKO in just 1:14.

UFC 333 Full Fight Results

Main Card

• Alexander Volkanovski def. Movsar Evloev — TKO, Round 2 (4:54)
• Petr Yan def. Merab Dvalishvili — Unanimous decision (48-47 x3)
• Lone’er Kavanagh def. Ramazan Temirov — TKO, Round 1 (4:28)
• Alexander Volkov def. Rizvan Kuniev — Unanimous decision
• Aaron Pico def. Losene Keita — TKO, Round 1 (1:14)

Preliminary Card and Early Prelims

• Dominick Reyes def. Azamat Murzakanov — KO, Round 1
• Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev def. Nikita Krylov — TKO, Round 1
• Abus Magomedov def. Cam Rowston — Technical submission, Round 1
• Grant Dawson def. Nurullo Aliev — Unanimous decision
• Colby Thicknesse def. Asaf Chopurov — Split decision
• Abubakar Vagaev def. Jacob Malkoun — Unanimous decision
• Daniel Santos def. Bolaji Oki — Unanimous decision
• Kody Steele def. Noah Gugnon — KO, Round 1
• Iasmin Lucindo def. Nicolle Caliari — Unanimous decision

What’s Next After UFC 333?

Following UFC 333, Alexander Volkanovski remains firmly established as the UFC featherweight champion, while Petr Yan continues his reign over the bantamweight division.

Volkanovski’s victory over the previously undefeated Evloev further strengthens his legacy among the greatest featherweights in UFC history.

Meanwhile, Aaron Pico, Lone’er Kavanagh and Alexander Volkov emerged as significant winners who could receive major opportunities in their respective divisions.

With two championship defenses and several spectacular finishes, UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi delivered major results that will influence UFC matchmaking and championship discussions heading into 2027.