UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has addressed recent remarks made by Merab Dvalishvili at a press conference. Dvalishvili had pointed out that his potential future opponent, Umar Nurmagomedov, is from Dagestan, which he specified as being distinct from Russia. Makhachev clarified that Dagestan is indeed part of Russia, stating, “Dagestan is part of Russia; Merab has no idea what he is talking about.”
On September 15, Merab Dvalishvili achieved a unanimous decision victory over Sean O’Malley, claiming the super lightweight champion title.
Islam Makhachev Responds to Merab Dvalishvili’s Comment
