Petr Yan Biography: Age, Parents, Height, Ethnicity, Child, Wife, Siblings, Net Worth, Awards, Weight, Salary

Petr Yan, born Petr Evgenyevich Yan on February 11, 1993, in Dudinka, Russia, is a professional mixed martial artist known for competing in the UFC’s bantamweight division.

A former UFC Bantamweight Champion, Yan is widely recognized for his sharp striking, grit, and technical fighting style.

Profile

• Full Name: Petr Evgenyevich Yan
• Stage Name: Petr Yan
• Born: February 11, 1993
• Age: 32 years old
• Birthplace: Dudinka, Russia
• Nationality: Russian
• Occupation: Mixed Martial Artist (UFC Bantamweight)
• Height: 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm)
• Parent: Mr. and Mrs. Yan
• Siblings: Two
• Spouse: Maria Yan
• Children: One
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $2–3 million

Early Life And Education

Petr Yan was born on February 11, 1993, in Dudinka, Russia, and is 32 years old. Mr. and Mrs. Yan raised him and grew up with two sisters. Of Russian ethnicity and Christian background, he began training in wrestling as a child and later transitioned to full-contact combat training.

Yan moved to Siberia for further athletic training during his teens. He completed basic schooling but did not pursue university education, instead focusing entirely on his athletic career.

Career

Yan began his professional MMA career in 2013, building a strong reputation in Russian regional promotions before signing with the UFC in 2018. He earned several Performance of the Night bonuses before earning a title shot.

In March 2021, Yan defeated Cory Sandhagen to become the UFC Interim Bantamweight Champion. A few months later, he became the undisputed UFC Bantamweight Champion after defeating long-time champion José Aldo.

Yan defended the title twice—against Aljamain Sterling and Cory Sandhagen in a rematch. He lost the championship to Sterling via disqualification and later to Sterling again via submission.

Renowned for his technical striking, precise punching, and unorthodox angles, Petr has headlined numerous pay-per-view events. As of 2025, he remains a top-tier bantamweight contender and continues to train out of Tiger Muay Thai in Thailand and the MMA gym in Team Alpha Male.

Awards and Nominations

• UFC Bantamweight Champion (interim and undisputed)
• Multiple Performance of the Night and Fight of the Night bonuses
• Named among the top UFC Bantamweight contenders and ranked in the top five pound-for-pound by media outlets

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @petr_yan

Personal Life

Russian professional mixed martial artist Petr Yan is currently married to Maria Yan. The couple tied the knot in 2023 and has one daughter together. He has no publicly reported previous romantic relationships.

Regarding his height, Petr Yan stands at 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm) tall. Known for his disciplined lifestyle, he maintains close ties with his family and his training team.

Net Worth

Petr Yan’s estimated net Worth is between $2 2 and $3 million, earned through UFC fight purses, performance bonuses, sponsorships, and teaching seminars. His championship reign and consistent presence among the elite bantamweight ranks continue to contribute to his financial success.