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by Geoffrey Ejiga | in UFC Predictions
In the co-main event of UFC on ABC in Abu Dhabi, bantamweights Petr "No Mercy" Yan and Marcus "The Maniac" McGhee will collide. They have never faced each other before, making this a fresh test. So, who will walk out the chamber victorious? Stick around to see our best Petr Yan vs Marcus McGhee prediction below.
Yan is a former champion on a two-fight winning streak, having just outpointed Deiveson Figueiredo in November 2024 (5-round UD). McGhee (10-1) is an up-and-comer with heavy hands. His latest bout was a unanimous decision win over Jonathan Martinez in late 2024 after three straight stoppages.
Yan’s boxing accuracy (54%) and takedown defense (84%) give him a technical edge. He throws fewer strikes per minute (5.11 vs McGhee’s 6.06) but lands them more precisely, fitting an efficient counter-punching style.
Yan has 7 career knockouts and has never been stopped, suggesting McGhee will struggle to finish him. McGhee’s 8 KOs in 10 wins highlight his explosiveness, but his recent win going the distance shows Yan can weather early storms. Yan’s average fight time (17:17) greatly exceeds McGhee’s (8:13), highlighting Yan’s superior endurance.
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Petr Yan - Marcus McGhee Key Points
- Petr Yan has won his last two fights by unanimous decision over ranked bantamweights.
- Yan lands 54% of his strikes and defends 84% of takedowns, reflecting strong accuracy and defense.
- Marcus McGhee has finished 8 of 10 wins by KO/TKO, but Yan has never been knocked out, implying McGhee’s power may be negated.
- McGhee’s only UFC decision win came in his last bout, so if he doesn’t finish early, Yan’s stamina will dominate late in the fight.
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Our Petr Yan vs Marcus McGhee Prediction
Petr Yan’s veteran skill set and strong fundamentals give him the clear advantage in this fight. He has shown in recent fights (vs. Figueiredo and Yadong) that he can dominate top opponents, reinforcing his edge.
Yan’s superior cardio and technical striking also suggest he can wear down McGhee and secure a stoppage. If McGhee fails to land a fight-ending blow early, Yan’s control will likely lead to a late finish. Hence, our Petr Yan vs Marcus McGhee match prediction is Petr Yan to win by decision or TKO.
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