Petr Yan confidently defeated Marcus McGhee at UFC Abu Dhabi

Petr Yan confidently outpointed Marcus McGhee at Saturday’s UFC gala in Abu Dhabi. The former champion recorded his third win in a row.

Petr Yan and Marcus McGhee faced off in the second fight of the evening at the UFC gala in Abu Dhabi. The duel was contracted for three rounds in the cock category limit. The favorite of the clash was the Russian, who was definitely ranked higher.

Petr Yan as a former champion of the best MMA league in the world did not have to accept the offer to fight Marcus McGhee however, he decided to take up the gauntlet. For the 35-year-old American, this may be the last chance to get closer to fighting for the championship belt.

A calm start to the duel between the Russian and the American. A lot of examination and touchdowns from both sides. Low kicks and attempts at straight attacks. Excellent kickboxing combination performed by Petr Yan. The former champion hits nicely and repeats the straight attack. Petr Yan seems to be faster and, above all, more effective than McGhee. Good left on the part of the American. An exchange of punches at short range. Yan blocks the rival’s punches well while he himself manages to break through his guard. McGhee hits with a right. A strong low kick from Yan. McGhee reverses the situation and brings out four solid punches in the end.

Marcus began to thrive in the second round and dictate the pace of the duel. Yan on the counter, hits with a kick and, after shortening the distance, brings out a strong blow with a knee to the torso. Petr spins out and smashes his rival’s face with punches. The Russian has taken over the octagon and begins to dominate by dealing far more punches during the exchanges. A very nice knee. Yan is building a lead on the scorecards. A solid end to the round from both sides, although again Yan accentuates it with a stronger punch.

McGhee hits with low kicks however Yan countered these attacks with boxing actions. Good action from Petr, who locked his rival on the net and dealt him several punches. The Russian goes for the rival’s legs however the rival defends himself, consequently Yan focuses on knee blows to the back of his opponent’s thighs. The former UFC champion controls the course of the third round. Complete domination until the end of the fight. Petr Yan defeated Marcus McGhee after the judges’ decision.