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Merab Dvalishvili, Usman Nurmagomedov Involved in Massive Brawl on Video Ahead of RAF Abu Dhabi
Bleacher Report • • general
Key Points:
- Former UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili was involved in a physical altercation with Usman Nurmagomedov, a former PFL champion and free agent, ahead of his scheduled RAF Abu Dhabi fight.
- Dvalishvili posted a video claiming Usman and his friends attacked him and a companion from behind in a hotel lobby, describing the assault as sneaky and unfair.
- The incident escalated from a slap by Usman Nurmagomedov, leading to a large brawl, with Dvalishvili accusing Usman, Umar Nurmagomedov (his former opponent), and their associates of orchestrating the attack.
- Despite the confrontation, Dvalishvili confirmed he is unharmed and remains scheduled to fight Marlon Moraes at the RAF event, emphasizing his readiness and resilience.
- The altercation highlights ongoing tensions between Dvalishvili and the Nurmagomedov brothers, suggesting their rivalry is far from over.
