The Octagon opens its cage doors again as the world's premier MMA promotion returns to Abu Dhabi for UFC 333 on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Hosted at the state-of-the-art Etihad Arena, this stacked fight card features a world title clash, high-stakes division showdowns, and elite prospects.
UFC 333 Key Information
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Venue: Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Early Prelims: 10:00 AM ET / 3:00 PM BST
Prelims: 12:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM BST
Main Card: 2:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM BST
Main Event: Alexander Volkanovski vs Movsar Evloev
Reigning featherweight king Alexander "The Great" Volkanovski (28-4) puts his UFC Featherweight Championship on the line against dangerous Russian contender Movsar Evloev (20-0). At 38 years old, Volkanovski aims to cement his legacy against a new generation of challengers. With elite distance control, sharp leg kicks, and polished defensive wrestling, Volkanovski has dangerous weapons at his disposal.
Evloev enters his first UFC championship opportunity carrying an unblemished record built on smothering chain-wrestling. The Russian challenger averages nearly 5 takedowns per fight while relentlessly exhausting opponents against the fence. In this main event, a world-class striker meets a relentless submission wrestler in a classic clash of styles.
Co-Main Event & Main Card Lineup
The co-main event features a marquee bantamweight clash as former champion Petr Yan (20-5) battles relentless wrestler Merab Dvalishvili (21-5). Dvalishvili is an unmatched cardio engine, while Yan relies on high-level boxing combinations and lethal counter-striking.
Featherweight Title: Alexander Volkanovski vs Movsar Evloev
Bantamweight: Petr Yan vs Merab Dvalishvili
Heavyweight: Alexander Volkov vs Rizvan Kuniev
Featherweight: Aaron Pico vs Losene Keita
Flyweight: Lone'er Kavanagh vs Ramazonbek Temirov
The Bookmakers Favourite
The bookies list challenger Movsar Evloev as a slight favourite to win, while the veteran champion Alexander Volkanovski opens as an underdog. Bettors favouring the challenger lean into his undefeated record and wrestling control as factors for the win.
Broadcasters & Flashscore Live Updates
Fans in the UK can watch this fight via TNT Sports. To watch TNT Sports, you will need a subscription to HBO Max, with the fight then streamable on your games console, online or through your smart TV.
You can also track round-by-round scoring, strike stats, and live odds on Flashscore.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When and where is UFC 333 taking place?
UFC 333 takes place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
What time does the UFC 333 main card start?
The main card begins at 7:00 PM BST in the UK.
What is the main event fight at UFC 333?
The main event features Alexander Volkanovski defending his UFC Featherweight title against undefeated challenger Movsar Evloev.
Who is favoured to win between Volkanovski and Evloev?
Movsar Evloev enters as a slight favourite over Alexander Volkanovski.
What is Movsar Evloev’s current MMA record?
Evloev holds a perfect 20-0 professional MMA record entering UFC 333.
What other major fights are on the UFC 333 main card?
The co-main event features a bantamweight clash between Petr Yan and Merab Dvalishvili.
How can I track live stats and scores during the event?
You can check real-time strike counts, takedown stats, and fight summaries using the Flashscore MMA Hub.