Yan Defeats Figueiredo at UFC Macau Event

UFC Macau featured high-stakes fights with Petr Yan defeating Deiveson Figueiredo in the main event via unanimous decision, solidifying his position as a contender for the bantamweight title after a three-fight losing streak. The event also showcased impressive performances from Zhang Mingyang, Shi Ming, Gabriella Fernandes, and Muslim Salikhov, each earning a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus, with Fernandes securing an upset victory over Wang Cong with a second-round submission. Marking UFC's return to China since 2014, the event was well received and sets up potential future matchups, including a rematch between Yan and Sean O’Malley. The co-main event saw Yan Xiaonan face Tabatha Ricci, with Xiaonan looking to bounce back from her recent defeat to champion Zhang Weili.