Ranked Bantamweight Pulls No Punches In Callout of “Clown” O’Malley

UFC bantamweight Cody Stamann has called out Sean O’Malley, describing a clash with the rising star as “easy money.” Stamann, who is currently sat at #15 in the 135-pound division, was last in action at UFC Vegas 25 in May. Against Me…

UFC bantamweight Cody Stamann has called out Sean O’Malley, describing a clash with the rising star as “easy money.” Stamann, who is currently sat at #15 in the 135-pound division, was last in action at UFC Vegas 25 in May. Against Merab Dvalishvili, who has been one of the leading men in the Georgian charge […]

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Merab Dvalishvili Takes Impressive Decision Win Over Cody Stamann – UFC Vegas 25 Highlights

DvalishviliIt’s six consecutive victories for Georgian standout, Merab ‘The Machine’ Dvalishvili, who lodged a dominant unanimous decision win over Cody ‘The Spartan’ Stamann to open up the main card of UFC Vegas 25. Securing an eye-catching five successful takedowns, Dvalishvili, a long time trainee of both Matt Serra and Ray Longo in Long Island, New […]

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It’s six consecutive victories for Georgian standout, Merab ‘The Machine’ Dvalishvili, who lodged a dominant unanimous decision win over Cody ‘The Spartan’ Stamann to open up the main card of UFC Vegas 25.

Securing an eye-catching five successful takedowns, Dvalishvili, a long time trainee of both Matt Serra and Ray Longo in Long Island, New York — notched a 30-27, and two 29-28 scorecards to likely enter the top ten come the release of the updated UFC rankings next week.

Displaying some impressive appearing hands and overal striking over the course of the three round affair, Dvaslishili may have dropped the last few wrestling srambles of the final frame, however, he lodged the hay in the barn in the earlier rounds on his way to a unanimous decision win over Stamann.

With the win, Dvalishvili’s streak now sits at six straight, adding to prior triumphs over Terrione Ware, Brad Katona, Casey Kenney, Gustavo Lopez, and two-time flyweight title challenger, John Dodson.

Below, check out the highlights from Dvalishvili’s unanimous judging success.

Cody Stamann vs. Merab Dvalishvili Set For UFC Event On December 5

Stamann DvalishviliAn intriguing bantamweight contest is in the works for December as Cody Stamann faces Merab Dvalishvili. That’s according to an initial report from The Athletic with multiple people with knowledge of the matchup later confirming the fight to MMA Fighting on Thursday. It will take place on the UFC’s upcoming December 5 card. There are […]

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An intriguing bantamweight contest is in the works for December as Cody Stamann faces Merab Dvalishvili.

That’s according to an initial report from The Athletic with multiple people with knowledge of the matchup later confirming the fight to MMA Fighting on Thursday.

It will take place on the UFC’s upcoming December 5 card. There are no further details about which fight will headline the card but it is expected to take place at the UFC’s Apex facility in Las Vegas.

Stamann is coming off a unanimous decision defeat to Jimmie Rivera. He was unbeaten in his previous three fights leading up to that setback with notable victories over Brian Kelleher and Alejandro Perez and a draw against Song Yadong.

He will now look to return to the win column against the streaking Dvalishvili who is enjoying a five-fight winning run after initially going 0-2 with the UFC. His most recent outing saw him comfortably outpoint former title challenger John Dodson at UFC 252 last month.

A sixth consecutive win would see the Georgian continue to climb up the stacked bantamweight ranks.

What do you make of this fight and who do you see winning it?

Jimmie Rivera Gets Decision Over Cody Stamann – UFC Fight Island 1 Results

Rivera StamannNext up on the UFC Fight Island 1 main card is a featherweight tilt between Jimmie Rivera and Cody Stamann. Round 1: Rivera opens up with a huge leg kick. Not a lot of action since as there is a big feeling out process so far. Rivera lands a nice body shot and lands a […]

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Next up on the UFC Fight Island 1 main card is a featherweight tilt between Jimmie Rivera and Cody Stamann.

Round 1: Rivera opens up with a huge leg kick. Not a lot of action since as there is a big feeling out process so far. Rivera lands a nice body shot and lands a stinging leg kick soon after. Stamann lands a jab but is countered. Rivera trips Stamann as he attacks and lands some knees to his thigh. However, Stamann eventually counters and now has the body lock. Stamann lands a number of foot stomps. The referee eventually separates them. Stamann misses a head kick and receives a leg kick for his troubles. Rivera lands a nice counter as Stamann attacks. Round ends with Rivera seemingly having the edge.

Round 2: Stamann shoots for the takedown early and lands it but Rivera is on his feet again. Rivera reverses and lands his own takedown. He sinks a hook in but Stamann gets to his feet. Rivera is still looking for the takedown but Stamann reverses him up against the fence. They separate and return to striking. Rivera lands a body shot. Not a lot of striking action this round but Rivera has the edge. Stamann counters with a knee to the head that lands as Rivera goes for a strike. The round ends.

Round 3: Rivera lands a nice counter left hook. He misses a head kick but is controlling the Octagon and advancing more. Stamann times a takedown well as Rivera is striking but the latter defends well. Rivera reverses and has Stamann against the fence. They eventually separate. Stamann goes for the takedown but is unable to land as Rivera threatens with the guillotine choke. Rivera lands hammer fists before they separate. Rivera lands a nice combo and narrowly avoids a one two from Stamann soon after. They end the fight swinging.

Official result: Jimmie Rivera defeats Cody Stamann via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28).

UFC Bantamweight Rob Font Aiming For November Return After Knee Injury

Bantamweight Rob Font is currently on the sidelines recovering from a serious knee injury that he suffered during his unanimous decision victory over Ricky Simon at UFC on ESPN 7. “Towards the second round, I got taken down,” Font told MMAN…

Bantamweight Rob Font is currently on the sidelines recovering from a serious knee injury that he suffered during his unanimous decision victory over Ricky Simon at UFC on ESPN 7. “Towards the second round, I got taken down,” Font told MMANews. “He basically tried to move my legs, I pulled my left leg out. The […]

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Report: Cody Stamann vs. Jimmie Rivera Featherweight Bout Added To July 15 Event

Stamann RiveraStamann vs. Rivera At 145 Pounds A new matchup in the form of Cody Stamann vs. Jimmie Rivera has been added to the UFC’s upcoming July 15 event on Abu Dhabi’s Fight Island. That’s according to MMA Junkie who report that the fight will take place at featherweight between the two bantamweight contenders. Stamann most […]

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Stamann vs. Rivera At 145 Pounds

A new matchup in the form of Cody Stamann vs. Jimmie Rivera has been added to the UFC’s upcoming July 15 event on Abu Dhabi’s Fight Island.

That’s according to MMA Junkie who report that the fight will take place at featherweight between the two bantamweight contenders.

Stamann most recently competed at UFC 250 last month when he outpointed Brian Kelleher. That fight notably took place a few days after the death of his brother.

Given that he will be competing just over a month since, it is likely that he requested for the fight to take place at featherweight with Rivera agreeing to the stipulation.

Rivera, on the other hand, hasn’t competed since a unanimous decision loss to Petr Yan in June last year. In total, he has dropped three of his last four bouts, including losses to top contenders Aljamain Sterling and Marlon Moraes.

Given that Rivera was one of the fighters campaigning to face Frankie Edgar following the withdrawal of Pedro Munhoz due to a positive COVID-19 test, it is possible that an alternate replacement opponent has been planned for the former lightweight king. There is no confirmation as of yet, however.

Here’s how the July 15 card currently looks:

  • Calvin Kattar vs. Dan Ige
  • Frankie Edgar vs. TBA
  • Jimmie Rivera vs. Cody Stamann
  • Abdul Razak Alhassan vs. Mounir Lazzez
  • Chris Fishgold vs. Jared Gordon
  • Modestas Bukauskas vs. Andreas Michailidis
  • Molly McCann vs. Taila Santos
  • Lerone Murphy vs. Ricardo Ramos
  • John Phillips vs. Dusko Todorovic
  • Ryan Benoit vs. Tim Elliott
  • Diana Belbita vs. Liana Jojua

What do you think of the matchup?