Almabaev Returns to Victory, Yan Puts on a Masterclass: UFC on ABC 9 Results

The UFC on ABC 9 event wrapped up in Abu Dhabi, featuring a series of electrifying matchups in the main card. Among the highlights was the return of Asu Almabaev after his previous loss to Manel Kape, reports jay.kz.

 

The main card opened with a clash between Uzbekistan’s Bogdan Guskov and Russia’s Nikita Krylov. The fight didn’t last long: Guskov knocked out his opponent in the first round, extending his streak of early finishes in the UFC.

 

Next into the octagon was Asu Almabaev. The Kazakh fighter bounced back after a disappointing defeat in a title eliminator bout. This time, Zulfikar dominated Peruvian Jose Ochoa, earning a unanimous decision victory.

 

In the third featured bout of the night, Shara Bullet also redeemed himself following a previous loss to Michael Page. The Russian delivered an impressive performance and was awarded a Fight of the Night bonus.

 

The co-main event showcased the levels in the UFC: Petr Yan dismantled Marcus McGhee, reaffirming his place among the elite of the bantamweight division.

 

The tournament concluded with the fall of a UFC legend. Robert Whittaker was defeated by rising prospect Reinier de Ridder, marking a significant shift in the middleweight landscape.