Merab Dvalishvili vows to avenge Petr Yan defeat and reclaim UFC title in Abu Dhabi
Merab Dvalishvili has built his reputation on relentless work inside the octagon and a playful streak outside it. But as he prepares to face Petr Yan again at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi, the former champion says his focus is firmly on the fight: learning from their last meeting, reclaiming the belt and returning to the busy schedule he thrives on. 'The Machine' was one of the busiest fighters in 2025,…
Merab Dvalishvili, known for his relentless training and playful demeanor, is set to face his former rival, Petr Yan, again at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi. Dvalishvili, dubbed "The Machine," aims to reclaim his bantamweight title and return to his busy training schedule. His previous victory over Yan in 2023 ended a 14-fight winning streak, and he has since taken a breather to focus on social media.
Despite his recent loss, Dvalishvili acknowledges that his overexertion and lack of smart preparation played a role. He is determined to learn from this experience and perform better in their rematch.
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