In combat sports, securing a win with a finish isn’t just about the victory—it’s about making a bold statement. It shuts down doubts and proves dominance over the opponent. Examples of disputed results are everywhere, from Tyson Fury claiming he was robbed against Usyk to debates over Dricus Du Plessis’ win against Sean Strickland. Now, Chael Sonnen has stirred the pot again, suggesting that Umar Nurmagomedov deserved the nod over Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 311.
Chael Sonnen, known for his bold takes, shared his thoughts on the Merab vs. Umar fight. In the Instagram video clip which he shared Sonnen said he thought Umar won the first three rounds but admitted fights don’t always go to the better fighter. Sonnen felt the judges’ call would upset fans, as he believed rounds four and five were clearly Merab’s, while rounds one and two were Umar’s. For him, the fight came down to round three, where he expected Umar to win.
In his words, “I thought they were going to give Umar rounds 1,2 and 3. I think anyone would have agreed that it comes down to round three. 4 and 5 were very clear, 1 and 2 were very clear. I can’t tell you Merab is the better fighter. That is not what I saw.”
However, it’s not just UFC commentators; fans worldwide believe Merab was the better fighter that night. He showed incredible strength and cardio, bouncing back after losing the first two rounds and delivering a brilliant performance. Undoubtedly, these controversies highlight how decisive finishes can silence critics and settle debates.
Umar Nurmagomedov Breaks His Silence After UFC 311 Tough Loss
Everyone, including Islam Makhachev, expected Umar to beat Merab, but the result went the other way. The Georgian fighter handed the Nurmagomedov family their first-ever loss, making it a huge upset. Naturally, fans were eager to hear Umar’s response, and now, ‘The Young Eagle’ has broken his silence with a statement following the defeat.
He said, “There are no excuses. InshaAllah, I will become the champion. The rest is not important. Praise Allah in any situation. And I don’t think I’ve lost this battle if even the whole world will convince me otherwise. Deal with the injuries and get back on track.”
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It’ll be interesting to see if Umar can bounce back from this loss and how long it’ll take him to claim the UFC title. With his talent, many think it’s just a matter of time before he gets UFC gold.
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