The UFC’s bantamweight division is in a state of chaos. Umar Nurmagomedov, aiming for a title shot, was initially set to face Song Yadong at a Fight Night event as a stepping stone. However, Yadong had to pull out due to an injury. Merab Dvalishvili, who previously expressed that Umar didn’t deserve a title shot, is now being targeted by Dana White for a potential matchup against Umar.
After the epic UFC 308 event, UFC president Dana White shared his thoughts on what could be next for bantamweight champion Dvalishvili. White addressed several topics, including the possibility of Dvalishvili defending his title against Umar, saying this matchup “absolutely” could be for the belt, though he didn’t specify a date. Fans quickly began mocking ‘The Machine,’ who previously appeared hesitant to face ‘The Young Eagle.’ One fan quipped,“Merab: but but but I said I love Dana!”
Fans have already started predicting the fight, with some saying that Dvalishvili will likely face defeat.
One fan predicted that Umar would become the new bantamweight champion.
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One fan commented that Dvalishvili vs. Umar is the fight everyone wants.
One fan remarked that Dvalishvili won’t be able to avoid it and will have to face Umar.
Merab Dvalishvili Agrees to Face Umar Nurmagomedov
Having had enough of Umar callouts, Dvalishvili has finally responded. After a dominant five-round performance against Sean O’Malley at UFC 306, fans are buzzing about Dvalishvili’s next opponent. Though he previously claimed Umar didn’t deserve a title shot and credited his success to cousin Khabib, Dvalishvili recently hinted that Umar could be next. He stated,
“Guys- I hear all of you! I am a company man. Whoever the UFC puts in front of me, I will fight as I always do, even if I don’t think they deserve the next shot. Let’s Go”.
After previously avoiding a matchup with Umar, it seems Dvalishvili is now ready to take on whoever the UFC puts in front of him, including Umar. ‘The Machine’ appears committed to accepting any fight that comes his way. If Umar is next, fans can expect a blockbuster clash in the bantamweight division.
