‘You Want Anyone But Umar. Paper Champ’ – MMA Fans React To Merab Dvalishvili Offering Sean O’Malley Title Rematch

Merab Dvalishvili recently found himself under fire from MMA fans after extending an offer to Sean O’Malley for a title rematch. “The Machine” seized the UFC bantamweight title by dethroning O’Malley in the main event of Noche UFC 306 earlier this month, where he thoroughly outmatched “Suga” with his masterful grappling prowess and six takedowns […]

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Merab Dvalishvili recently found himself under fire from MMA fans after extending an offer to Sean O’Malley for a title rematch.

“The Machine” seized the UFC bantamweight title by dethroning O’Malley in the main event of Noche UFC 306 earlier this month, where he thoroughly outmatched “Suga” with his masterful grappling prowess and six takedowns throughout the bout.

Despite the outcome, O’Malley has since contested the judges’ scorecards, taking to X to argue that he actually won the fight. The former champ also disclosed that he needs surgery to address a hip injury but assured fans he’ll be back in action by next summer.

For Dvalishvili, the debate surrounding his first title defense has intensified, with many pointing to the likely #1 contender, Umar Nurmagomedov, as the rightful challenger. However, the Georgian champion has shown little enthusiasm for facing the undefeated Dagestani in his next bout.

Dvalishvili Slammed By MMA Community Over O’Malley Rematch Offer

“The Machine” recently took to X to respond to O’Malley’s repeated claims that he never truly lost their bout. Dvalishvili proposed that they settle the score once and for all by running it back at UFC 309, set for November 15 at Madison Square Garden in New York City. He went on to say that after silencing O’Malley’s doubts, he’s ready to take on whoever the UFC throws his way next.

“I hear O’Malley thinks he won the fight and is looking for a rematch,” Dvalishvili tweeted. “If he wants it, he can have it. Let’s do it on November 16th at the Garden, and then I’ll still defend the title against whoever the UFC wants me to fight next. What do you think? @SugaSeanMMA”

Dvalishvili’s proposal sparked an array of reactions across the MMA community, with many speculating that the newly crowned champion might be attempting to dodge a showdown with Nurmagomedov. Even O’Malley and Nurmagomedov added their voices to the chorus of disapproval.

O’Malley fired back, revealing he’s scheduled for hip surgery on October 3, and urged Dvalishvili to take on Nurmagomedov in the meantime.

“Getting surgery Oct 3rd. I fought you with one hip and still beat you. Round 1,3,5. I’m the champ. Fight Umnar.”

Meanwhile, Nurmagomedov doubled down on his accusations, claiming that Dvalishvili is avoiding a potential clash with him.

“He’s ready to fight with anyone except Umar Nurmagomedov.”

One fan chimed in, backing the Dagestani’s claim.

“You want anyone but Umar. Paper champ.”

Amidst the flood of negative comments, one fan stood out, applauding “The Machine” for embracing the role of an active champion.

“Honestly, you might be the craziest champion we’ve had, but at least you’re going to be active, so you’re fine by me.”

Another fan dismissed Dvalishvili’s proposal, branding it an unfounded offer.

“You know he’s getting surgery… Baseless offer.”

One fan jokingly declared that he’d like to be the next to challenge the Georgian champion.

“If I asked real nice, could I fight you for the belt Merab?”

“Umnar is not that scary, bro.”

“No. Stop ducking Umar. F**king lame.”

“The way you’ve been trying to duck Umar is crazzy.”

“No one wants to watch that again, Merab…least of all your boss, Dana”

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Umar Nurmagomedov Not Interested in Waiting Until Next Year to Fight Merab Dvalishvili

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Umar Nurmagomedov is itching to stay active, even if it means potentially missing a title fight opportunity against the newly crowned UFC bantamweight champion, Merab Dvalishvili.

After defeating ‘Suga’ Sean O’Malley at UFC 306, UFC announcer and media icon Joe Rogan attempted to get a firm answer from Dvalishvili on whether he would defend his title against Nurmagomedov. The Nurmagomedov clan was sitting ringside, and even the UFC cameras theatrically panned over to him as the question was asked.

However, the new champ wouldn’t allow himself to be directed. He sidestepped the question and instead just spoke on his journey to becoming a champion, highlighting that he is now living his dream.

Umar Nurmagomedov is not eager to wait for a title shot

With a phenomenal record of 18-0, including six victories in the UFC, it is a no-brainer why the UFC would like to fast-track Umar Nurmagomedov to a title shot. That does not even include the legacy behind the Nurmagomedov name and how mega-popular the family is in Russia and Middle Eastern markets.

So, for Dana White and his UFC matchmakers, the fight makes perfect sense on paper. The two fighters even utilize very similar styles, making the fight an intriguing clash. However, waiting around and hoping does not sit well with young Umar Nurmagomedov.

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Speaking with Gorilla Energy, Nurmagomedov made it very clear as to what his intentions will be for the near future. “I don’t want to wait until next year; I want to fight,” Nurmagomedov told Gorilla Energy (H/T Sherdog). “Anyone, even if it’s King Kong — let them make weight and we’ll fight. I really don’t care. I don’t want to wait for these guys. I have my own goal. I’m going to be the greatest, so I have to be active!”

Who do you think would win in a fight between Umar Nurmagomedov and Merab Dvalishvili?

Merab Dvalishvili Explains Why He Questioned Islam Makhachev, Umar Nurmagomedov & Other Fighters Representing Russia

Merab Dvalishvili has won tons of fans with his unhinged social media personality. Ahead of his fight with Sean O’Malley, “The Machine” released several skits mocking the champ and they’ve aged like fine wine now that he’s champion. Similarly, Dvalishvili has repeatedly spoken his mind on Umar Nurmagomedov getting a title shot after just one […]

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Merab Dvalishvili has won tons of fans with his unhinged social media personality. Ahead of his fight with Sean O’Malley, “The Machine” released several skits mocking the champ and they’ve aged like fine wine now that he’s champion.

Similarly, Dvalishvili has repeatedly spoken his mind on Umar Nurmagomedov getting a title shot after just one win over a ranked UFC bantamweight. His rivalry with the undefeated prospect has taken a new turn since he questioned the latter representing Russia.

Dvalishvili recently explained the history of Georgia in detail and why he’s not a big fan of many fighters representing Russia.

Merab Dvalishvili Reveals Why He Doesn’t Consider Umar Nurmagomedov, Khabib, Islam Makhachev, And Other ‘Caucasian’ Fighters Russian

In a recent episode of the Fight Back podcast hosted by Jake Shields on YouTube, Dvalishvili discussed the history of Georgia. He told Shields about Russia still occupying 20% of Georgia and looked back at the terrors of the 2008 Russo-Georgian war.

Dvalishvili didn’t hide his understandable animosity toward the Russian government as he witnessed several war crimes as a teenager. However, he admitted to not having the same feelings for Russian citizens who’ve always appreciated Georgia’s hospitality as well.

The UFC bantamweight kingpin then reiterated that the following UFC fighters represent Russia but they technically belong to different independent nations:

  • Islam Makhachev, Khabib Nurmagomedov, and Umar Nurmagomedov come from Dagestan.
  • Khamzat Chimaev belongs to Chechen Republic of Ichkeria.
  • Movsar Evloev hails from Ingushetia.

“They are all on, I mean, it’s not independent country but all different countries. They are Muslim people, they have own culture, own tradition. That people, we call them Caucasian people, like because we have Caucas mountains. So, we are this side, they are other side. And then, but now, so like, I’m not going to say occupied but yeah somehow the Russia take over those countries and they have to ‘represent’ Russia. So, and I say, when somebody asked me Umar is from Russia, that’s why you don’t…I said, no, Umar not from Russia. He’s from Dagestan.”

Dvalishvili made sure to point out that he understands the aforementioned fighters choosing to represent Russia for political, personal, or any other reasons. It’ll be interesting to see whether these remarks will add to the intensity of his rivalry with Nurmagomedov, though.

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Umar Nurmagomedov: People Expect Me To Perform Like Khabib Every Time

From the moment that he arrived in the UFC, Umar Nurmagomedov was never going to be your usual Octagon debutant. The bantamweight contender is the older brother of Usman Nurmagomedov and the cousin of the great Khabib Nurmagomedov, who retired on top of the sport. After everything that the senior Nurmagomedov was able to accomplish […]

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From the moment that he arrived in the UFC, Umar Nurmagomedov was never going to be your usual Octagon debutant.

The bantamweight contender is the older brother of Usman Nurmagomedov and the cousin of the great Khabib Nurmagomedov, who retired on top of the sport.

After everything that the senior Nurmagomedov was able to accomplish in the UFC, there is always going to be high expectations for his own family to live up to that name.

“The Eagle” didn’t just have success at the highest level of MMA, he was able to completely dominate opponents to the point where he made the toughest stylistic fights look easy.

This has had a knock-on effect on Umar Nurmagomedov, in the way that some fans perceive him.

Umar Nurmagomedov Says Some Fans Get Underwhelmed When He Isn’t “The Eagle”

During an interview on the Pound 4 Pound podcast, Nurmagomedov spoke about the way that some fans are not impressed by him because he isn’t as dominant as his elder cousin.

The #2-ranked contender in the bantamweight division, who is likely next in line for a title shot, is putting on great performances but that doesn’t mean that his style or the way that he wins is the same as when “The Eagle” stepped inside the Octagon.

With an undefeated record of 18-0, Nurmagomedov was asked by Kamaru Usman whether exceeding the legendary 29-0 record is something that he thinks about.

He responded by saying that he isn’t looking to replicate his cousin’s career despite people often measuring him by that same level.

“I think it’s going to be difficult to become too close [to] this man and even right now, everybody when we’re going to the cage, when we fought, everybody wait, we’re going to do same job and our wins not bring to people same emotional [effect], you know, because Khabib was maul everyone.

“He go inside, finish him or broke [opponent], he did in the cage like great job and people, to see Nurmagomedov fight, they think we’re going to do same and when we win, they said, ‘Ah it’s like regular fighter, he just win’.”

Read also: Michael ‘Venom’ Page Bemoans Sean O’Malley’s Lack Of ‘Killer Instinct’ After Hurting Merab Dvalishvili

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Umar Nurmagomedov: People Expect Me To Perform Like Khabib Every Time

From the moment that he arrived in the UFC, Umar Nurmagomedov was never going to be your usual Octagon debutant. The bantamweight contender is the older brother of Usman Nurmagomedov and the cousin of the great Khabib Nurmagomedov, who retired on top of the sport. After everything that the senior Nurmagomedov was able to accomplish […]

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From the moment that he arrived in the UFC, Umar Nurmagomedov was never going to be your usual Octagon debutant.

The bantamweight contender is the older brother of Usman Nurmagomedov and the cousin of the great Khabib Nurmagomedov, who retired on top of the sport.

After everything that the senior Nurmagomedov was able to accomplish in the UFC, there is always going to be high expectations for his own family to live up to that name.

“The Eagle” didn’t just have success at the highest level of MMA, he was able to completely dominate opponents to the point where he made the toughest stylistic fights look easy.

This has had a knock-on effect on Umar Nurmagomedov, in the way that some fans perceive him.

Umar Nurmagomedov Says Some Fans Get Underwhelmed When He Isn’t “The Eagle”

During an interview on the Pound 4 Pound podcast, Nurmagomedov spoke about the way that some fans are not impressed by him because he isn’t as dominant as his elder cousin.

The #2-ranked contender in the bantamweight division, who is likely next in line for a title shot, is putting on great performances but that doesn’t mean that his style or the way that he wins is the same as when “The Eagle” stepped inside the Octagon.

With an undefeated record of 18-0, Nurmagomedov was asked by Kamaru Usman whether exceeding the legendary 29-0 record is something that he thinks about.

He responded by saying that he isn’t looking to replicate his cousin’s career despite people often measuring him by that same level.

“I think it’s going to be difficult to become too close [to] this man and even right now, everybody when we’re going to the cage, when we fought, everybody wait, we’re going to do same job and our wins not bring to people same emotional [effect], you know, because Khabib was maul everyone.

“He go inside, finish him or broke [opponent], he did in the cage like great job and people, to see Nurmagomedov fight, they think we’re going to do same and when we win, they said, ‘Ah it’s like regular fighter, he just win’.”

Read also: Michael ‘Venom’ Page Bemoans Sean O’Malley’s Lack Of ‘Killer Instinct’ After Hurting Merab Dvalishvili

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Umar Nurmagomedov: People Expect Me To Perform Like Khabib Every Time

From the moment that he arrived in the UFC, Umar Nurmagomedov was never going to be your usual Octagon debutant. The bantamweight contender is the older brother of Usman Nurmagomedov and the cousin of the great Khabib Nurmagomedov, who retired on top of the sport. After everything that the senior Nurmagomedov was able to accomplish […]

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From the moment that he arrived in the UFC, Umar Nurmagomedov was never going to be your usual Octagon debutant.

The bantamweight contender is the older brother of Usman Nurmagomedov and the cousin of the great Khabib Nurmagomedov, who retired on top of the sport.

After everything that the senior Nurmagomedov was able to accomplish in the UFC, there is always going to be high expectations for his own family to live up to that name.

“The Eagle” didn’t just have success at the highest level of MMA, he was able to completely dominate opponents to the point where he made the toughest stylistic fights look easy.

This has had a knock-on effect on Umar Nurmagomedov, in the way that some fans perceive him.

Umar Nurmagomedov Says Some Fans Get Underwhelmed When He Isn’t “The Eagle”

During an interview on the Pound 4 Pound podcast, Nurmagomedov spoke about the way that some fans are not impressed by him because he isn’t as dominant as his elder cousin.

The #2-ranked contender in the bantamweight division, who is likely next in line for a title shot, is putting on great performances but that doesn’t mean that his style or the way that he wins is the same as when “The Eagle” stepped inside the Octagon.

With an undefeated record of 18-0, Nurmagomedov was asked by Kamaru Usman whether exceeding the legendary 29-0 record is something that he thinks about.

He responded by saying that he isn’t looking to replicate his cousin’s career despite people often measuring him by that same level.

“I think it’s going to be difficult to become too close [to] this man and even right now, everybody when we’re going to the cage, when we fought, everybody wait, we’re going to do same job and our wins not bring to people same emotional [effect], you know, because Khabib was maul everyone.

“He go inside, finish him or broke [opponent], he did in the cage like great job and people, to see Nurmagomedov fight, they think we’re going to do same and when we win, they said, ‘Ah it’s like regular fighter, he just win’.”

Read also: Michael ‘Venom’ Page Bemoans Sean O’Malley’s Lack Of ‘Killer Instinct’ After Hurting Merab Dvalishvili

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