Merab Dvalishvili Faces Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC 311

UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili is preparing for his first title defense against undefeated Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC 311, amidst a backdrop of heated exchanges and trash talk. Dvalishvili has expressed his anger over Nurmagomedov's accusations of him being scared and has demanded an apology, warning that if he doesn't receive one, he may seek a confrontation in Dagestan after their fight. The build-up to the fight has seen Dvalishvili involved in a fan altercation, which he claims was instigated by Nurmagomedov's team, a claim disputed by Nurmagomedov's coach, Javier Mendez. Dvalishvili, who initially planned to take time off after winning the title, accepted the fight to support the UFC's scheduling needs, referring to himself as a 'company man'. As the fight date approaches, both fighters are eager to prove themselves, with Dvalishvili feeling disrespected and Nurmagomedov looking to solidify his status as a title contender. The matchup promises to be a significant clash of styles, with Dvalishvili's relentless pace facing off against Nurmagomedov's striking and grappling skills.