UFC 333 is set to include an early-prelim middleweight bout between Abubakar Vagaev (25-4-0) and Jacob Malkoun (10-3-0). It pairs Vagaev’s longer record with an Australian UFC middleweight known for grappling pressure.
Abubakar Vagaev’s record and profile
Vagaev enters at 25-4-0 per the listed bout data. Public descriptions often link him to wrestling and control, though detailed recent stats are limited. The main question is how that record translates against a UFC-level opponent who can also grapple.
Jacob Malkoun’s grappling test
Malkoun, listed at 10-3-0 and competing out of Australia, has public UFC experience and a grappling-heavy reputation. The bout tests Vagaev’s takedown defense and bottom activity, while Malkoun must impose pace without overcommitting in scrambles.
| Fighters | Abubakar Vagaev (25-4-0) vs. Jacob Malkoun (10-3-0, Australia) |
|---|---|
| Division | Middleweight |
| Event | UFC 333, Early Prelims |
| Start | 2026-10-24 16:00 UTC |
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