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UFC 333: Familiar Faces Backed to Dominate
24 Oct
Summary
- Alexander Volkanovski is considered undervalued against Movsar Evloev.
- Petr Yan demonstrated effective strategies against Merab Dvalishvili.
- Alexander Volkov aims to leverage experience and reach against Rizvan Kuniev.
UFC 333, set for Abu Dhabi on Saturday, October 24, 2026, is headlined by two title bouts. Experts are backing established fighters, including Alexander Volkanovski and Petr Yan, to secure victories. Volkanovski faces Movsar Evloev, with predictions suggesting Volkanovski's superior striking, grappling defense, and fight IQ will be key.
Petr Yan is expected to defeat Merab Dvalishvili once more, building on his previous performance where he effectively countered Dvalishvili's relentless pressure and takedown attempts. Yan's striking accuracy and power were significant factors in their prior encounters.
In another key matchup, Alexander Volkov will face Rizvan Kuniev. Volkov's extensive experience against top heavyweight contenders and his physical advantages, including a significant reach, position him to control the fight from distance. The event also features Abdul-Rakhman Yakhyaev against Nikita Krylov, with a prediction for a quick first-round finish.
