Dvalishvili vs Yan 2 – Watch UFC 323 Live on setantasports.com

Dvalishvili vs Yan 2 – the Georgian UFC champion returns for his fourth title defense of the year at UFC 323. The main event will once again showcase the world’s elite in the bantamweight division.

Merab already defeated the Russian contender once — on March 11, 2023, in Las Vegas — and will now look to repeat that performance in their highly anticipated rematch.

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UFC 323 – Year-End Spectacle in Las Vegas

UFC closes out the 2025 season at T-Mobile Arena, promising a high-paced and explosive event. Lightweight divisions take center stage — four of the top fights will be contested at 135 pounds and below.

The main event is a rematch between the reigning bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili and former titleholder Petr Yan. Dvalishvili is expected to once again apply his trademark relentless pressure and dominant tempo.

In the co-main event, rising flyweight prodigy Joshua Van challenges defending champion Alexandre Pantoja for the 125-pound belt.

The main card also includes compelling matchups between top prospects and former champions:

• Tatsuro Taira vs two-time champion Brandon Moreno
• Payton Talbott vs multi-division legend Henry Cejudo

The bout between Jan Blachowicz and heavy-hitting Bogdan Guskov closes the program.

Merab Dvalishvili – A Relentless Year and a Historic Target

Merab Dvalishvili remains one of the most unique athletes in the UFC. His journey began with a 15-second knockout in 2017, yet his identity has always been built on pace, pressure, and unparalleled endurance.

The early years were challenging — a tactical loss to Frankie Saenz and a controversial finish against Ricky Simon slowed the rise.

But then began the streak: today he stands on a remarkable 14-fight winning run, one of the longest in the division’s history.

The victory over Terrion Ware marked a turning point, followed by a series of wins that elevated Merab into one of the most respected fighters in bantamweight history.

His breakthrough came in 2023 when he dominated Petr Yan with a historic pace: 49 takedown attempts and 401 strikes in one fight — numbers rarely seen in MMA.

2024 was quieter in volume, but still critical — Dvalishvili captured the title by defeating Sean O’Malley. The bout with Henry Cejudo required tactical adjustments, and O’Malley’s striking threat forced a more calculated performance.

Then came 2025, the year that turned him into a leading candidate for “Fighter of the Year.” Merab defeated:

• Umar Nurmagomedov,
• Sean O’Malley in a rematch,
• Cory Sandhagen.

The Nurmagomedov fight proved that even perfectly prepared opponents struggle with Merab’s tempo. The rematch with O’Malley showcased measurable improvements in Merab’s striking.

Only two months after the win over Sandhagen, Dvalishvili returns again — aiming to close out a historic year with a fourth title defense, something never achieved before in UFC history.

Petr Yan – The Return, the Experience, the Ultimate Test

Just a few years ago, Petr Yan was widely viewed as the future of the bantamweight division. His victory over José Aldo cemented him as a dominant force.

But the path changed abruptly. In the fight against Aljamain Sterling, an illegal knee led to the first title loss by disqualification in UFC history. In the rematch, Sterling’s wrestling control delivered another setback.

A razor-close loss to Sean O’Malley followed, and Merab’s relentless pressure overwhelmed him in their first meeting.

After a long break, Yan returned rejuvenated, stringing together a series of confident and dominant wins. However, the central question remains: can Yan handle Dvalishvili’s pace, which has only grown more threatening?

There is a theoretical opening — if Merab engages heavily in striking exchanges, Yan could capitalize early. But current form suggests otherwise: Merab is at his peak, improving with every fight.

This rematch carries high stakes — Yan must prove his era is not over, while Dvalishvili seeks to further solidify his legacy.

UFC 323 – A Showdown for Gold and Greatness

The main event represents more than a championship bout — it is a battle for status, legacy, and history.

Merab Dvalishvili aims to become the first UFC champion ever to defend the bantamweight title four times in one calendar year.

Petr Yan, meanwhile, looks for a dramatic resurgence — but the odds remain firmly against him.

UFC 323 – Full Fight Card

Main Card

Prelims