Merab Dvalishvili (17-4) wants to show the world that greatness can be achieved purely through hard work.
bantamweight history — a run that would have earned him a title shot long ago if not for his reluctance to fight his friend, former champto win the featherweight title this past February. In addition to the massive implications it would have for his country, Dvalishvili also wants to set an example for hard workers. Known for his relentless cardio, Dvalishvili admits that he isn’t physically gifted and rather relies sheerly on hard work.
“It will be crazy for my country. It means a lot for a small country for a fighter to win UFC belt. Everybody knows that I’m just a hard worker. I’m not gifted,” Dvalishvili told. “When I win this belt, it will show people that you can just work hard and, of course, give a good example to kids and hardworking people. One thing I know for sure is I’m going to do everything to win the belt, and I want to do so many great things with the belt.
UFC 306, also rebranded as Noche UFC Riyadh Season, is the promotion’s tribute to the country of Mexico and its contribution to combat sports. Without anyone of Mexican descent featuring in the main event at UFC 306, Dvalishvili has assumed the role of an honorary Mexican, visiting the city of Tijuana to further embrace the culture. Dvalishvili notes that it’s the Mexican people’s work ethic that he feels a strong connection with along with their camaraderie.
Usually known for his grappling, Dvalishvili has vowed to adapt a Mexican style of aggression against O’Malley, who is known for his striking precision. Dvalishvili claims “Sugar” just needs to tag him clean to awaken the animal inside of him. “I have a big heart. If he hits me hard, he’s going to wake me up; he’s going to wake up the animal in me and I’m going to go even more hard,” Dvalishvili said.
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