Merab Dvalishvili and Saba Lazishvili steal the show at RAF Abu Dhabi after hotel brawl arrests
Merab Dvalishvili and Saba Lazishvili turned an extraordinary week in Abu Dhabi into a memorable night on the wrestling mat, with both claiming victories at RAF's inaugural Middle East event less than 24 hours after being released following their arrests over a mass brawl at their hotel. Dvalishvili, who was involved in a violent altercation with Usman Nurmagomedov and members of his entourage at…
Merab Dvalishvili and Saba Lazishvili stole the spotlight at RAF Abu Dhabi after being arrested for a hotel brawl, emerging victorious in their wrestling matches less than 24 hours after their release. Dvalishvili, involved in a violent altercation with Usman Nurmagomedov at Yas Hilton hotel, pinned Marlon Moraes in just 90 seconds.
Lazishvili, drafted as a replacement for Urijah Faber, shocked the crowd by defeating the UFC Hall of Famer 12-7. Despite their arrests, the duo appeared motivated and ready to compete, receiving praise from RAF CEO Chad Bronstein for their determination. Their unexpected participation added drama to RAF's first Middle East event, which drew a sell-out crowd.
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