Merab Dvalishvili is the bantamweight champion (up to 61,2 kg). Photo: Reproduction X/UFC News
Known for the infinite gas inside the octagon and the 'random hangouts' outside it, Merab Dvalishvili has done it again. This time, the UFC bantamweight champion (up to 61,3 kg) appeared in a video published by 'Takedown Shop' on social media facing the Olympic medalist and training partner of Jon Jones, Gable Steveson, on the beach.
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Merab is in great form in MMA. With a streak of 12 consecutive victories in the UFC, the Georgian won the belt by defeating Sean O'Malley in UFC 306. In his last fight, he defended his title for the first time by overcoming Umar Nurmagomedov No. UFC 311.
Gable Steveson, in turn, shone in wrestling by winning the gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics in 2020. At 24 years old, the American has two NCAA titles and an impressive record of 85 wins and only two losses in the sport. Recently, after being released by an NFL team and having an unsuccessful stint with WWE, Steveson began to flirt with the idea of moving to MMA, even helping in preparation de Jon Jones protocols for UFC 309.
Check out the duel between Merab Dvalishvili and Gable Steveson
Merab Dvalishvili grappling with Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson
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