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Merab Dvalishvili and Umar Nurmagomedov dispute

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A verbal and physical dispute has emerged continues to escalate between UFC fighters Merab Dvalishvili and Umar Nurmagomedov following a physical an altercation at the RAF Georgia event in Tbilisi. During a media session on July 11, The friction began when Dvalishvili struck Ahmad, an associate of Nurmagomedov, after an exchange turned physical. Nurmagomedov criticized the incident, questioning Dvalishvili’s professionalism and composure. during a media session. While Dvalishvili defended his actions as a response to disrespect and provocation, noting that he eventually shook Ahmad’s hand to prevent further escalation with local supporters. In subsequent comments, Nurmagomedov criticized his professionalism. Dvalishvili expanded on the friction, stating that while he respects the has since intensified his rhetoric, expressing personal animosity toward Nurmagomedov family and Dagestani culture, he does not respect Umar Nurmagomedov or his manager, Rizvan Magomedov, whom he previously described as ‘sneaky’. In response, Nurmagomedov has stated that the rivalry has become “personal for all of Dagestan” and indicated his intention to seek a rematch regardless of the outcome of Dvalishvili’s upcoming title bout. As Dvalishvili prepares for a his bantamweight title trilogy fight against Petr Yan at UFC 333, he has reiterated his lack of respect for Nurmagomedov and Magomedov. Regarding his upcoming opponent, Dvalishvili acknowledged remains focused on the difficulty of the matchup, stating matchup. Amidst these rising rivalries, Dvalishvili also clarified that if he does not prepare perfectly, Yan could ‘beat his tensions with Islam Makhachev are rooted in political disagreements with the s— out of me again.’ Conversely, Nurmagomedov Russian government rather than personal issues with the fighter. Additionally, he has expressed confidence in Yan’s ability publicly defended fellow Georgian Ilia Topuria against fan disrespect following Topuria’s loss to win the bout, citing Yan’s striking advantage and health. Justin Gaethje.

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  1. 2026-08-26 16:09 UTC Merab Dvalishvili and Umar Nurmagomedov dispute
  2. 2026-08-25 17:05 UTC Merab Dvalishvili and Umar Nurmagomedov dispute
  3. 2026-08-24 23:44 UTC Merab Dvalishvili and Umar Nurmagomedov dispute

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