Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev Set for Major Test at UFC 333

Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev, a promising light heavyweight fighter, is preparing for a significant challenge against Nikita Krylov at UFC 333, scheduled for October 24, 2026, in Abu Dhabi.

The 25-year-old has made a name for himself with three knockout victories in just three and a half minutes combined during his previous fights. He began his UFC career with a quick submission of Raffael Cerqueira and followed it up with a rear-naked choke against Brendson Ribeiro. His most notable performance came when he defeated Julius Walker in just eight seconds, earning a Performance of the Night bonus.

Yakhyaev, who holds an undefeated professional record of 10-0, faces Krylov, a seasoned veteran with 43 professional fights and a record of 31-12. This matchup marks a crucial step in Yakhyaev's career as he seeks to establish himself among the top contenders in the division.