Merab Dvalishvili vs Petr Yan
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Merab Dvalishvili
21-5-0
Petr Yan
"No Mercy"
20-4-0Physical Comparison
Petr Yan has the height edge at 171cm vs 168cm for Merab Dvalishvili — a 3cm difference that gives Yan the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Merab Dvalishvili brings a record of 21-5-0 across 26 professional bouts (81% win rate).Petr Yan enters with 20-4-0 from 24 fights (83% win rate).
Merab Dvalishvili has the experience edge with 26 bouts compared to 24 — that's 2 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
In terms of finishing power, Petr Yan carries the heavier hands with a 35% stoppage rate vs 14% for Merab Dvalishvili. Yan is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Age & Career Stage
Petr Yan is the younger fighter at 33 compared to Merab Dvalishvili's 35 — a 2-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Dvalishvili relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Dvalishvili's Path to Victory
- • Lean on greater experience (26 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Yan's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Higher win percentage (83% vs 81%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms