Petr Yan and Deiveson Figueiredo are on a collision course in direction of the UFC bantamweight championship. The previous champions promise an action-packed essential occasion in Macau, China on Saturday.
Yan (17-5) is respiration life again into his once-prosperous profession. Yan received his first seven UFC fights, culminating in profitable the UFC bantamweight title. It collapsed quickly after. Yan misplaced the title to Aljamain Sterling through disqualification and — after a brief detour beating Cory Sandhagen for the interim title — misplaced the rematch he was anticipated to win. Losses to Sean O’Malley and Merab Dvalishvili adopted. Yan finds minimal consolation in shedding to 3 UFC champions however is rejuvenated by his bounce-back win in opposition to Tune Yadong in March.
“I confirmed that I did not hand over when most individuals would,” Yan advised CBS Sports activities via an interpreter. “That is my mentality. That is the place my thoughts is. Taking a look at our division, I consider I can beat all these guys.”
Yan should defeat Figueiredo to take care of his No. 3 spot within the UFC’s official bantamweight rankings. He will probably be a large favourite within the betting odds when he steps contained in the Octagon to take action. Reigning champion Dvalishvili beforehand advised CBS Sports activities Figueiredo most deserves a title shot, excessive reward Yan plans to steal.
“If Merab stated Figueiredo ought to struggle for the belt, and if I beat Figueiredo, we’ll want to seek out out what Merab will say after that,” Yan stated.
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Figueiredo (24-3-1) is emboldened by the assumption he has nothing to show. He isn’t frightened about legacy as he closes in on doubtlessly turning into a uncommon two-division champion. The 2-time UFC flyweight champion is an ideal 3-0 since shifting as much as the bantamweight division in December. Yan claimed Figueiredo confronted mid-level competitors at 135 kilos. Figueiredo encourages Yan to show his level.
“All people needed to welcome me to the division,” Figueiredo advised CBS Sports activities via an interpreter. “Rob Font stated he needed to welcome me. I went on the market and thanked him for the welcome. Then it was Cody Garbrandt who stated he’d present me what the division was about. I went on the market and thanked him by exhibiting him issues. Then Marlon ‘Chito’ Vera stated he’d kick my ass. I went on the market and kicked his ass. I see quite a lot of self-confidence, however I can not look ahead to the chance to thank Yan for the welcome he is giving me.
“He is a really harmful man and I am ready for him. It may rain down within the Octagon on Saturday and I believe we’ll settle some issues in particular person.”
Dvalishvili referred to as out Figueiredo at Umar Nuromagomedov’s expense. Nurmagomedov (No. 2) is ranked increased than Figueiredo (No. 5) and most consider he is entitled to the subsequent title shot after beating Sandhagen. Figueiredo didn’t declare to be extra deserving of a title shot than Nurmagomedov however assured he’d name out the champion after beating Yan.
“Once I beat Petr Yan, Merab is the title I’ll name out,” Figueiredo stated.
Take a look at the complete interview with Deiveson Figueiredo beneath.
Beneath is the remainder of the struggle card for Saturday with the most recent odds earlier than we predict the principle occasion.
UFC Battle Night time card, odds
| Petr Yan -320 | Deiveson Figueiredo +250 | Bantamweights |
| Yan Xionan -195 | Tabatha Ricci +165 | Ladies’s strawweights |
| Muslim Salikhov -175 | Tune Kenan +145 | Welterweights |
| Wang Cong -1200 | Gabriella Fernandes +700 | Ladies’s flyweights |
| Carlos Ulberg -235 | Volkan Oezdemir +195 | Mild heavyweights |
| Zhang Mingyang -350 | Ozzy Diaz +275 | Mild heavyweights |
UFC Battle Night time viewing data
Date: Nov. 23 | Begin time: 6 a.m. ET (essential card)
Location: Galaxy Area — Macau, China
TV channel: ESPN+
Prediction
Petr Yan vs. Deiveson Figueiredo: Figueiredo had ferocious energy at flyweight. That energy has carried nicely to a heavier weight class but it surely will not bridge the space on Saturday. Yan is perhaps the toughest striker at bantamweight and, in contrast to Figueiredo, has by no means been completed. Each males are acquainted combating 5 rounds. Figueiredo additional advantages from a diminished weight reduce that ought to enhance his stamina over 25 minutes. Yan is the superior striker: producing higher output, a greater strike differential and the next share of strikes blocked. Figueiredo’s greatest benefit over his fellow champion is his submission assaults, however Yan’s wrestling is terrific. Figueiredo may have a troublesome time getting the struggle to the bottom, making it troublesome to facet with him. Anticipate Yan to drag away on the toes. Yan through Unanimous Determination
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