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UFC champion Petr Yan discussed the possibility of holding a fight in Russia after facing Merab Dvalishvili. Their bout took place at UFC 333.
The fight went the full five rounds, with Yan winning by unanimous decision. All three judges scored it 48-47. Yan retained his bantamweight championship belt.
Asked about holding a fight in Russia, Yan pointed to the new arena in Yekaterinburg and the city’s capabilities.
“A new, excellent and modern arena has been built in Yekaterinburg. In addition, there is infrastructure and logistics. It would be very interesting to hold a fight in Russia. I also know there are people ready to organize it,” Yan said after the fight.
