Merab Dvalishvili

O'Malley's biggest threat isn't Chito Vera
The biggest threat to UFC champion Sean O'Malley isn't his next intended opponent, at least according to the odds.

Chito Vera has to be next for Sean O'Malley
The world is in the palm of of the hands of Sean O’Malley. Looking for a quick turnaround, Chito Vera could be the first to challenge the new champion.

Aljamain Sterling says he got a 'little too excited' in loss to Sean O'Malley
Sean O'Malley got the best of Aljamain Sterling at UFC 292. Sterling discussed what's next and how he plans to take on O'Malley in the future.

New angle of Sean O'Malley's TKO win at UFC 292 drops
Sean O'Malley backed up his words at UFC 292, finishing Aljamain Sterling to claim gold. Check out this new angle of his stunning victory.

UFC champ preparing to vacate title
There are few achievements in MMA more meaningful than winning a UFC title, but one champ is preparing to walk away from his.

UFC champ says fighting for the promotion is like having estranged father
For this UFC champion, fighting for the organization is comparable to his relationship with his estranged father.

Henry Cejudo won't get Dvalishvili, but jumps back to action at UFC 292
Months after failing to recapture the UFC bantamweight title, Henry Cejudo returns for in a potential title eliminator at UFC 292 in August.

‘There’s bad blood there’ — Henry Cejudo calls for fight against UFC champion Brandon Moreno
Throw enough money at Henry Cejudo and he’s open to a fight with a UFC champion he says he has 'bad blood' with.

O'Malley issues new response to Merab's jacket-swipe
UFC bantamweight star and upcoming title challenger Sean O'Malley issues another response to Merab Dvalishvili's viral moment at UFC 288.

Jon Jones grabs another UFC record in 2023
A 2023 year-to-date look at the UFC stats, facts, figures and records

Not taking it off! Merab Dvalishvili plans on wearing Sean O’Malley’s jacket until this happens
Merab Dvalishvili is really enjoying Sean O’Malley’s jacket.

Gane vs. Blaydes and other UFC fights to make
It's an off-week, making it a perfect time to look over every division and figure out what the UFC matchmakers should be putting together.

Cejudo 'changed his mind' on retirement during Sterling-O’Malley face-off, says UFC vet
Chael Sonnen says Henry Cejudo immediately rethought his decision to retire after UFC 288 for one specific reason.

UFC 288: Banned Questions
Here are the questions Bloody Elbow would have asked Dana White after UFC 288 (if we were allowed in the building).

I'll take another of Sterling's leftovers - Top 135er calls for Henry Cejudo
Henry Cejudo is looking at a quick turnaround following his loss at UFC 288. And there's a fighter all set to give it to him.

Does Aljamain Sterling have a Dvalishvili problem?
Aljamain Sterling is staring down his biggest challenge... and his teammate Merab Dvalishvili is unintentionally at the heart of it.

UFC 288 cleared up the title picture, and no one is happy.
Dana White made a bunch of promises about UFC 288, and now we've all got to live with it.

UFC 288: Sterling vs. Cejudo - Winners and Losers
The real winners and losers from UFC 288: Sterling vs. Cejudo

UFC 288: Aljamain Sterling vs. Henry Cejudo - Results and Analysis
Bloody Elbow presents instant analysis of all the action from UFC 288 from Newark, NJ including the main event between Sterling and Cejudo.

Video: UFC contender Merab Dvalishvili’s recent death-defying stunt draws concern
Merab Dvalishvili's recent stunt isn't for the faint of heart.

UFC stats review 2023: Chris Curtis remains perfect
An up-to-date look at all the important UFC stats in 2023

UFC champ Aljamain Sterling gives technical breakdown on Merab Dvalishvili vs. Cory Sandhagen
Hear from the UFC bantamweight champion on how he thinks a potential fight between Dvalishvili and Sandhagen would go.

Cory Sandhagen explains Merab Dvalishvili callout: ‘I don’t want to shy away from challenges’
Cory Sandhagen says a potential No. 1 contender bout against Merab Dvalishvili is ‘perfect’ for his next UFC fight. Following a split decision win against Marlon Vera at UFC San Antonio this past Saturday, the ’Sandman’ used his post-fight interview to call out Dvalishvili, who was coming off of his own high-profile win at UFC […]

‘I was only training with one arm’ – Merab Dvalishvili reveals hand injury before Petr Yan fight
The UFC bantamweight was injured heading into his fight with Yan earlier this month.

‘I can’t wait to prove motherf—kers wrong’ – Sean O’Malley excited to test grappling against Dvalishvili
‘Suga’ is ready to go against the elite grapplers of the UFC bantamweight division.

The Level Change Podcast 233: Merab denied fights, Rogan’s safe space, UFC 286
Welcome to The Level Change Podcast, our combat sports themed variety show hosted by Stephie Haynes and Victor Rodriguez. The show features the news of the week, fight card breakdowns and analysis, a roundup of regional promotions’ cards and fights; and whatever else we decide is important enough or entertaining enough to bring to your […]

UFC’s Russian broadcast partner censors MMA fighter for supporting Ukraine
On Saturday, Mar. 11, Merab Dvalishvili defeated former UFC bantamweight champion Petr Yan in a lopsided beatdown at UFC Vegas 71. Yet despite breaking the UFC record in takedown attempts and securing a career-best in significant strikes landed in a single fight, the Georgian fighter opted to use his post-fight speech in the Octagon to […]

UFC rankings: New top contender at bantamweight, former champ tumbles
Merab Dvalishvili got a big boost in the latest UFC rankings.

Merab Dvalishvili reveals being denied top opponents for refusing to fight ‘brother’ Sterling
Number three-ranked bantamweight contender Merab Dvalishvili is likely one of the next names in line for a shot at the undisputed 135-pound title. But since his close training partner Aljamain Sterling is the man to beat, the 32-year-old Georgian isn’t willing to make a fight happen. UFC president Dana White, however, isn’t a fan of […]

The Level Change Podcast 232: UFC Vegas 71 Rewind, Dana Warns Merab
Welcome to The Level Change Podcast, our combat sports themed variety show hosted by Stephie Haynes and Victor Rodriguez. The show features the news of the week, fight card breakdowns and analysis, a roundup of regional promotions’ cards and fights; and whatever else we decide is important enough or entertaining enough to bring to your […]