Both UFC 333 championship fights are official after all four title contenders successfully made weight in Abu Dhabi. Alexander Volkanovski and Movsar Evloev cleared the featherweight limit, while Petr Yan and Merab Dvalishvili reached 135 pounds. However, the UFC 333 Weigh-In Results included one major setback involving preliminary fighter Nicolle Caliari. The Brazilian missed the strawweight limit by 4.5 pounds and will surrender part of her fight purse.
UFC 333 Weigh-In Results Confirm Both Championship Fights
UFC 333 will proceed with both championship contests after Friday’s official weigh-ins at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. All four title participants completed the process without any complications. The successful weigh-ins confirmed Saturday’s featherweight main event and bantamweight championship trilogy.
Alexander Volkanovski (28-4) registered 144.5 pounds for his featherweight title defense against undefeated Movsar Evloev (20-0). The Russian challenger weighed exactly 145 pounds, meeting the championship limit. Both fighters now have the opportunity to compete for the title without any weight-related concerns.
Petr Yan (20-5) and Merab Dvalishvili (21-5) also successfully completed their bantamweight championship weigh-ins. Both competitors weighed 135 pounds ahead of their highly anticipated third meeting. The result confirmed another five-round title contest for Saturday’s event.
However, the preliminary card experienced one significant problem when Nicolle Caliari failed to make weight. The Brazilian exceeded the permitted strawweight limit by several pounds. Despite the issue, the UFC confirmed that her scheduled fight would proceed under revised conditions.
Nicolle Caliari Misses UFC 333 Weight by 4.5 Pounds
Nicolle Caliari caused the biggest controversy during Friday’s weigh-ins after registering 120.5 pounds. The strawweight division normally requires fighters to weigh no more than 115 pounds. However, non-title contests allow an additional pound, making 116 pounds the permitted maximum.
Caliari exceeded that allowance by 4.5 pounds, creating a substantial difference between herself and her opponent. Iasmin Lucindo successfully made weight at 115 pounds. The two fighters therefore entered the final preparations with a 5.5-pound difference between their official measurements.
The UFC confirmed that Caliari would forfeit 30% of her fight purse as a penalty. That amount will go to Lucindo, who agreed to continue with their scheduled matchup. The promotion also confirmed that the contest would proceed at a catchweight.
The missed weight represents a significant setback for Caliari heading into Saturday’s fight. However, the promotion has not announced a cancellation or replacement opponent. Both athletes remain scheduled to compete on the early preliminary card.
Why Is Caliari’s Fight Continuing at Catchweight?
UFC fighters can sometimes compete despite one athlete missing the agreed divisional limit. However, both competitors and the promotion must agree to continue under adjusted conditions. The fighter who misses weight often surrenders a percentage of their purse.
In this case, Lucindo accepted the fight despite Caliari’s substantial weight miss. The UFC imposed a 30% purse penalty and allowed the matchup to proceed. However, the revised agreement does not change the fact that Caliari failed to meet the original weight requirement.
Alexander Volkanovski and Movsar Evloev Clear Featherweight Limit
Volkanovski successfully completed another championship weigh-in as he prepares to defend his featherweight title. The Australian champion registered 144.5 pounds, placing him half a pound below the divisional limit. His opponent, Evloev, came in at exactly 145 pounds.
Volkanovski enters Saturday’s contest with extensive experience against elite UFC competition. The 38-year-old has already established himself among the promotion’s most accomplished featherweight champions. However, Evloev presents a demanding challenge because of his undefeated record and wrestling ability.
Evloev has built his professional career around disciplined grappling, pressure, and positional control. His approach could test Volkanovski’s defensive wrestling throughout their five-round contest. The champion must find ways to maintain effective striking exchanges while avoiding extended periods on the ground.
Both competitors now move into their final preparations without concerns about making weight. Their contrasting styles have already attracted considerable attention throughout fight week. The matchup also features prominently in the latest UFC 333 predictions, which examine their strengths and possible paths to victory.
Petr Yan and Merab Dvalishvili Make Weight for UFC 333 Trilogy
Petr Yan and Merab Dvalishvili both registered 135 pounds for their bantamweight championship trilogy. Their successful weigh-ins confirmed one of the event’s most anticipated contests. The fighters enter Saturday with one victory each from their previous meetings.
Dvalishvili defeated Yan by unanimous decision during their first encounter in March 2023. His relentless wrestling pressure and high work rate helped him control the five-round contest. However, Yan reversed the result during their championship rematch in December 2025.
Yan reclaimed the bantamweight championship at UFC 323 after demonstrating improved takedown defense and accurate striking. The Russian limited Dvalishvili’s wrestling opportunities and controlled important exchanges throughout the contest. Their third meeting will determine who wins the rivalry.
The weigh-in results leave both competitors ready to settle their differences inside the Octagon. Dvalishvili will attempt to regain the championship, while Yan hopes to successfully defend his title. Their matchup adds another important attraction to Saturday’s Abu Dhabi card.
Complete UFC 333 Weigh-In Results
The UFC confirmed that 27 of the 28 scheduled fighters successfully made weight on Friday. Nicolle Caliari was the only competitor who exceeded the permitted limit. The remaining 13 fights will proceed without any weight-related adjustments.
UFC 333 Main Card Weigh-In Results
| Fight | Fighter 1 Weight | Fighter 2 Weight |
| Alexander Volkanovski vs. Movsar Evloev | 144.5 lbs | 145 lbs |
| Petr Yan vs. Merab Dvalishvili | 135 lbs | 135 lbs |
| Lone’er Kavanagh vs. Ramazan Temirov | 125.5 lbs | 126 lbs |
| Alexander Volkov vs. Rizvan Kuniev | 256 lbs | 265 lbs |
| Aaron Pico vs. Losene Keita | 145.5 lbs | 146 lbs |
UFC 333 Preliminary Card Weigh-In Results
| Fight | Fighter 1 Weight | Fighter 2 Weight |
| Azamat Murzakanov vs. Dominick Reyes | 206 lbs | 205 lbs |
| Nikita Krylov vs. Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev | 206 lbs | 206 lbs |
| Abus Magomedov vs. Cam Rowston | 185.5 lbs | 185 lbs |
| Grant Dawson vs. Nurullo Aliev | 156 lbs | 155 lbs |
UFC 333 Early Preliminary Card Weigh-In Results
| Fight | Fighter 1 Weight | Fighter 2 Weight |
| Colby Thicknesse vs. Asaf Chopurov | 135.5 lbs | 136 lbs |
| Abubakar Vagaev vs. Jacob Malkoun | 185.5 lbs | 186 lbs |
| Bolaji Oki vs. Daniel Santos | 146 lbs | 146 lbs |
| Kody Steele vs. Noah Gugnon | 156 lbs | 156 lbs |
| Iasmin Lucindo vs. Nicolle Caliari | 115 lbs | 120.5 lbs* |
Note: Nicolle Caliari missed the non-title strawweight limit by 4.5 pounds. She will forfeit 30% of her purse, and the fight will proceed at catchweight.
UFC 333 Date, Venue, and Start Time
UFC 333 takes place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The event features 14 scheduled fights across the main card, preliminary card, and early preliminaries. Both championship matchups remain intact following Friday’s official weigh-ins.
The early preliminary card begins at 10 a.m. ET, followed by the regular preliminaries at noon ET. The five-fight main card starts at 2 p.m. ET, equivalent to 11 p.m. Pakistan Standard Time. Paramount+ will stream the event in the United States.
The promotion previously confirmed that the event would remain in Abu Dhabi despite questions surrounding regional tensions. That decision followed Dana White’s UFC 333 location update earlier in October. Friday’s completed weigh-ins represent another important step toward Saturday’s event.
Final Thoughts
UFC 333 enters fight night with both championship contests confirmed after successful weigh-ins from all four title participants. Volkanovski and Evloev will compete for the featherweight championship, while Yan and Dvalishvili settle their bantamweight trilogy. Both matchups remain unaffected by weight-related problems.
However, Nicolle Caliari’s substantial weight miss created the only major controversy during Friday’s session. Her 120.5-pound measurement exceeded the permitted strawweight allowance by 4.5 pounds. The UFC imposed a 30% purse penalty but allowed her fight against Lucindo to continue.
With 27 fighters successfully making weight, the event retains its complete 14-fight lineup. The focus now shifts toward Saturday’s contests and the two championship outcomes. Both title fights carry important consequences for their respective divisions.
FAQs About UFC 333 Weigh-In Results
1. Did Alexander Volkanovski and Movsar Evloev make weight at UFC 333?
Yes. Alexander Volkanovski weighed 144.5 pounds, while Movsar Evloev registered 145 pounds. Both successfully made weight for their UFC featherweight championship fight.
2. Who missed weight at UFC 333?
Nicolle Caliari was the only fighter who missed weight. She registered 120.5 pounds, exceeding the permitted non-title strawweight limit by 4.5 pounds.
3. How much money will Nicolle Caliari lose for missing weight?
Nicolle Caliari will forfeit 30% of her fight purse to Iasmin Lucindo. Their scheduled matchup will still proceed at catchweight.
4. What did Petr Yan and Merab Dvalishvili weigh at UFC 333?
Petr Yan and Merab Dvalishvili both weighed exactly 135 pounds. Their bantamweight championship trilogy remains official for October 24.
5. When and where is UFC 333 taking place?
UFC 333 takes place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. The main card begins at 2 p.m. ET.
