How can I watch Abdul-Rakhman Yakhyaev vs. Nikita Krylov in the U.S.?
You can watch Yakhyaev vs. Krylov on Paramount+, as part of UFC 333’s preliminary card. A Paramount+ subscription includes the event without a separate pay-per-view fee; the full card is also available on demand after fights conclude.
What time does Yakhyaev vs. Krylov start?
The event start time for this matchup is 12 p.m. Eastern on Saturday, October 24, 2026 (11 a.m. Central). That is the scheduled start time, not a guaranteed walkout time; the card’s earlier bouts can affect when this fight reaches the Octagon.
Where is the fight taking place?
Yakhyaev and Krylov are scheduled to fight at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It is part of UFC 333’s preliminary card, rather than the main card, so viewers should tune in for the prelims to catch it.
What are the rules and weight class for this matchup?
The bout is scheduled for three five-minute rounds in the light-heavyweight division, with a 205-pound weight limit. It is a preliminary-card fight, and the card remains subject to change.
What should fans know about Yakhyaev and Krylov’s recent form?
Yakhyaev enters with a reported 10-0 professional record and most recently knocked out Julius Walker in eight seconds on June 27, 2026. Krylov is reported at 31-12 and is coming off a TKO loss to Robert Whittaker at UFC 329; their contrasting recent results give this preliminary bout a clear experience-versus-momentum angle.
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