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Petr Yan Beats Marcus McGhee For His 3rd Straight Win

Originally posted on BoxingNews.com | Last updated Jul 26, 2025 6:30 PM ET

Petr Yan beat Marcus McGhee via a unanimous decision at UFC Abu Dhabi, as you can see how the fight played out.

Yan was back in top form following a difficult stretch that included losses to Merab Dvalishvili, Sean O’Malley, and Aljamain Sterling. The Russian bounced back impressively, securing back-to-back victories over Song Yadong and Deiveson Figueiredo. Now, with momentum on his side, Yan has expressed interest in avenging his loss to Dvalishvili. Standing in his way was Marcus McGhee, who entered the bout on a four-fight win streak. McGhee has shown KO power, with three finishes in that stretch, including a decision win over Jonathan Martinez in his most recent fight. Here is how the fight played out.

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Petr Yan vs Marcus McGhee Round 1: McGhee starts skittish, Yan patient, stalking forward . Yan misses a wild right but lands a heavy left . McGhee counters with a stiff left , Yan stays aggressive, cutting angles . Both trade combos, but neither lands clean. Slick left…
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Petr Yan vs Marcus McGhee Round 3: Yan lands a slick combo, walking McGhee into the fence . McGhee takes another hard right to the jaw . First shot of the fight for Yan to change levels and go for a takedown! McGhee defends, but Yan stays locked on, working knees to the…
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RESULT: Petr Yan def. Marcus McGhee via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) . That's THREE straight wins https://t.co/1YCC8R7Leg
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