UFC 323: Dvalishvili vs Yan - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Merab Dvalishvili, the reigning UFC Bantamweight Champion from Georgia, faces challenger Petr Yan from Russia at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The upcoming fight promises an intense battle as the fighters prepare for their 5-round encounter.

Both fighters enter with impressive records. Dvalishvili has 21 wins and 4 losses, coming off a unanimous decision victory over Cory Sandhagen. Yan recently achieved his life's win by unanimous decision against Marcus McGhee and holds a record of 19 wins with 7 knockout victories. Their shared weight class demonstrates Dvalishvili's advantage in combating strong opponents like Yan.

What time is Merab Dvalishvili vs Petr Yan fight

Live coverage for the Merab Dvalishvili vs Petr Yan main card will start at 06:00 PM EST on ESPN+ PPV. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Merab Dvalishvili vs Petr Yan Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025	06:00 PM	10:20 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025	03:00 PM	07:20 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025	10:00 PM	02:20 AM (next day)
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025	09:00 AM	01:20 PM

The UFC 323 event takes place on December 06, 2025, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The main event features a Bantamweight Championship fight between Merab Dvalishvili and Petr Yan. The fight is scheduled for five rounds. It starts at 10:20 PM EST.

Keep in mind that the ring walk time might change depending on how long the earlier fights last. Make sure to check your local start times to avoid missing any action.

Fighters Details

Merab Dvalishvili will fight Petr Yan for the UFC Bantamweight Championship.

Merab Dvalishvili

Nationality: Georgia
Height: 168 cm
Weight: 61.2 kg
Total Fights: 25
Record: 21 / 4 / 0

Merab Dvalishvili, fighting out of Georgia, holds a strong record with 21 wins and 4 losses. His impressive decision win against Cory Sandhagen stands out. Sandhagen is an elite fighter with 18 wins and extensive experience, strengthening Dvalishvili's credentials in this match-up.

Petr Yan

Nationality: Russia
Height: 170 cm
Weight: 61.2 kg
Total Fights: 24
Record: 19 / 5 / 0

Petr Yan, from Russia, has 19 wins and aims to secure another against Dvalishvili. He recently defeated Marcus McGhee, a solid opponent with knockout power. Yan's resilience and skill make him a formidable contender in the bantamweight division.

Merab Dvalishvili vs Petr Yan Betting Odds

Favorite: Merab Dvalishvili : 1.2 (-400)
Underdog: Petr Yan : 4.4 (+340)

Method of victory	Merab Dvalishvili	Petr Yan
By KO/TKO or disqualification	11.5 (+1050)	12.0 (+1100)
By decision or technical decision	1.5 (-185)	7.0 (+600)

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You can watch Merab Dvalishvili vs Petr Yan via ESPN+.

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