Petra Yans Manager Explains Russian Fighters Intent to Insure Dvalishvili-Sandhagen Match

Sayat Abdrakhmanov, the manager of former UFC bantamweight champion (up to 61 kg) Peter Yan, has commented on the Russian fighter’s readiness to back the title match between Georgian Merab Dvalishvili and American Cory Sandhagen, scheduled for UFC 320 in October.

«Overall, just because you back a fight doesn’t guarantee that you’ll be the next contender. Peter is simply eager to demonstrate his commitment to the organization; he’s willing to do everything necessary to leave no doubts: he is the one next in line.

This isn’t really about the financial aspect. While there is some compensation, it’s not about the money that would justify the struggles of weight cutting,» Abdrakhmanov stated in an interview with Vadim Tikhomirov on his YouTube channel.