UPDATE: UFC 323 is underway at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, where the stakes could not be higher for Merab Dvalishvili. The UFC’s most active champion is set to defend his men’s bantamweight title against Petr Yan in a highly anticipated rematch tonight, July 15, 2025.
Dvalishvili, who has successfully defended his championship three times this year, is looking to make history with a record fourth title defense. His previous encounter with Yan in March 2023 ended in a unanimous decision victory for Dvalishvili. However, Yan has rebounded strongly since that loss, entering the octagon tonight on a three-fight winning streak.
In the co-main event, rising star Joshua Van aims to secure his first UFC title when he faces off against the men’s flyweight champion, Alexandre Pantoja. Pantoja has held the title since July 2023, making him the UFC’s longest-reigning champion in the division.
This final pay-per-view event of the year is generating immense excitement as fans and fighters alike anticipate thrilling matchups. The atmosphere in Las Vegas is electric as spectators fill the arena to witness these pivotal battles that could redefine careers.
Stay tuned as our experts, including Brett Okamoto, Jeff Wagenheim, Andres Hale, and Dre Waters, provide live updates and analysis from tonight’s action-packed card. The implications of these fights extend beyond the octagon, with potential shifts in rankings and title scenarios on the line.
As UFC 323 unfolds, all eyes are on Dvalishvili, Yan, Pantoja, and Van, making it a must-watch event for fight fans worldwide. Don’t miss a moment of the action!
