Nikita Krylov vs Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev Pick, 10/24/2026 Insights UFC 333 Odds

• Nikita Krylov vs Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev
• UFC 333 Event
• Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, UAE
• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026

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On Saturday, October 24, 2026, Nikita Krylov will compete against Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev at UFC 333. The opening odds present Krylov at +371 and Yakhyaev at -475.

Nikita “The Miner” Krylov aims to enhance his record of 31 wins and 12 losses. At 34 years old, he weighs 205 lbs and stands 6’3″ tall, with a reach of 77″. Conversely, Abdul “The Hunter” Rakhman Yakhyaev, a 25-year-old fighter, boasts a perfect record of 10-0-0, weighing 205 lbs and measuring 6’2″ with a reach of 78″. In terms of significant strikes, Krylov lands an average of 4.38 strikes per minute, while Yakhyaev’s efficiency is higher at 8.64. Krylov’s striking accuracy is 54%, whereas Yakhyaev connects 68% of the time. In defense, Krylov absorbs 2.75 strikes per minute, while Yakhyaev takes in 2.22. Krylov successfully defends against 48% of significant strikes, compared to Yakhyaev’s 59%.

In terms of grappling, Krylov averages 2.19 takedowns per 3 rounds, with a takedown success rate of 38%, defending against 53% of his opponents’ takedown attempts. In contrast, Yakhyaev excels in this area, completing 75% of his takedowns and successfully thwarting 90% of attempts against him. When it comes to submission attempts, Krylov averages 1.1 finishes per 15 minutes, while Yakhyaev aggressively seeks opportunities with 7.4 finishes per 3 rounds.

In his last outing, Nikita Krylov fought Robert Whittaker, suffering a defeat via knockout in round 3. Whittaker landed 55 of 112 total strikes in that bout, while Krylov managed 57 of 106. In the significant strikes category, Whittaker concluded with 54 out of 111, achieving a 48% success rate, predominantly targeting the head. Krylov’s accuracy saw him connect on 51% of his significant strikes, landing 51 of 99, with 21 of 62 aimed at the head. Remarkably, 94% of Whittaker’s significant strikes and 88% of Krylov’s were successful from a distance.

In Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev’s latest fight, he secured a victory against Julius Walker with a punch to the head in round 1. Walker struggled, recording 0% success in significant strikes from distance, while Yakhyaev hit 16% of his attempts. Yakhyaev succeeded with 75% of his significant strikes, landing 6 of 8—entirely on target to the head. In contrast, Walker was unable to connect on any of his one strike attempts.

Additional Noteworthy Fights

A key matchup to watch is between Abus Magomedov and Cam Rowston. Magomedov enters the ring with a record of 29-7-1 at 185 lbs and is 6’2″ tall, having a reach of 78″. Rowston holds a record of 15-3-0, weighing the same and measuring 6’3″. Magomedov averages 2.50 takedowns per 3 rounds, while Rowston manages 1.34. In striking stats, Magomedov lands 3.06 strikes per minute with a 48% accuracy rate, whereas Rowston lands 4.60 strikes per minute, also connecting at a 48% rate.

Another exciting bout will feature Nurullo Aliev going up against Grant Dawson. Dawson holds a record of 24-3-1 and, at 32, weighs 155 lbs with a height of 5’10” and a reach of 72″. Aliev remains undefeated at 12-0-0, matching at the same weight and height as Dawson with a comparable reach. In grappling terms, Dawson defends 66% of takedown attempts against him and completes 39% of his own, while Aliev is successful in 51% of his takedown attempts and defends 80%. Striking-wise, Dawson absorbs 2.14 strikes per minute but lands 3.14, while Aliev is hit with 1.59 strikes per minute, delivering 2.29 in return.

Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s UFC matchup?

Prediction: Back Nikita Krylov (+371)