Tag: Petr Yan

Aljamain Sterling won a close split decision victory over Petr Yan to unify and retain the bantamweight title at UFC 273. (Image: Jeff Bottari/Zuffa)

MMA Notebook: Sterling, Volkanovski Retain Titles at UFC 273

Two champions came into UFC 273 looking to retain their titles at the pay-per-view event in Jacksonville. Both left with their belts secured, one as a substantial underdog. Aljamain Sterling won a split-decision victory over Petr Yan to unify the UFC bantamweight title and erase much of the doubt over […]

Etihad Arena on Fight Island will host up to 2,000 fans for each UFC card in January. (Image: @etihadarena_ae/Twitter)

UFC Notebook: Fans on Fight Island, White Working on Potential Superfights

The UFC became the first major sports organization to return to action after the COVID-19 pandemic shut down most leagues in March. Since that time, most competitions have resumed, some even inviting fans while UFC fighters continue to battle in empty arenas. That dynamic will change in January, as the […]