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Petr Yan hopes to serve as motivation after incredible career comeback story: 'Keep moving forward'
Somewhat lost in the pageantry and historical relevance of Saturday's UFC bantamweight title trilogy in Abu Dhabi is the fact that two-time champion Petr Yan is in the midst of one of the greatest comeback arcs in recent memory.
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Two‑time bantamweight champion Petr Yan, now 33, is positioned as the betting favorite for his third bout against Merab Dvalishvili in the UFC 333 co‑main event at Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena. Yan reclaimed the title from Dvalishvili in December with an upset decision, marking a dramatic turnaround from his earlier career struggles. The Russian fighter’s current pound‑for‑pound ranking underscores the rapid rise he has achieved in recent years.
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