Petr Yan, a formidable force from Russia, is set to face Marcus "The Maniac" McGhee in the bantamweight category at UFC on ABC 9 in Abu Dhabi's Etihad Arena. Both champion fighters boast impressive records and underdog odds, promising an action-packed event with Robert Whittaker versus Reinier de Ridder taking the main card spot.
Yan entered the professional sphere with a solid record of 18 wins and claims seven of them via knockout. His last victory was against Deiveson Figueiredo by unanimous decision. McGhee is stepping into the octagon with 10 wins, eight via knockouts, and most recently overcame Jonathan Martinez. Previous opponents showcase Yan's edge in experience against seasoned fighters compared to McGhee, who remains relentless with a claimed single defeat.
Petr Yan vs Marcus McGhee Betting Odds
- Favorite: Petr Yan : 1.2 (-400)
- Underdog: Marcus McGhee : 3.9 (+285)
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What time is Petr Yan vs Marcus McGhee fight
Live coverage for the Petr Yan vs Marcus McGhee main card will start at 12:00 PM EST on ESPN+, TNT Sports Box Office. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Petr Yan vs Marcus McGhee Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, July 26, 2025 | 12:00 PM | 03:20 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, July 26, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 12:20 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, July 26, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 07:20 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, July 27, 2025 | 03:00 AM | 06:20 AM |
How and where to watch the Petr Yan vs Marcus McGhee Fight
You can watch Petr Yan vs Marcus McGhee via ESPN+, TNT Sports Box Office.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
| UK and Ireland | TNT Sports Box Office |
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