Merab Dvalishvili's Training Injury Raises Concerns Ahead of UFC Title Fight
Merab Dvalishvili's Injury Update
Merab Dvalishvili is training hard for his first Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) title shot. In a recent video shared on Instagram, Dvalishvili showed a cut over his eye that he suffered during an intense training session. This raised eyebrows as he prepares for the highly anticipated fight against Sean O'Malley at Noche UFC on September 14, 2024.
Sean O'Malley's Reaction
Sean O'Malley responded to Dvalishvili's injury concern with a candid tweet, saying, This little f*ckin rat better not pull out, I swear to god. Dvalishvili, trying to reassure O'Malley, replied, Calm down, it’s all good. Just a little training injury. Never pulled out of a fight and never will!
Historic Fighting Streak
Dvalishvili boasts an impressive record, with three consecutive victories over former champions Henry Cejudo, Petr Yan, and Jose Aldo. With a total of ten consecutive wins, he aims to extend this streak against O'Malley, who seeks his second successful title defense. This matchup is set against the backdrop of UFC's Mexican Independence Day celebration.
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