The Georgian\u2019s seemingly endless cardio continues to astound fans every time he steps into the cage, and Dvalishvili is now firmly in the conversation as possibly the greatest bantamweight<\/a> that\u2019s ever competed in the UFC. <\/p>\n Proudly representing both Spain and Georgia, undefeated UFC Lightweight Champion Topuria celebrated yet another impressive win for his countryman Dvalishvili following the conclusion of UFC 320.<\/p>\n Brother, we\u2019ve reached the point where your victories seem almost normal. \u2014 Ilia Topuria (@Topuriailia) October 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n “Brother, we\u2019ve reached the point where your victories seem almost normal. but we all know how hard it is to get there. I say it with pride: you\u2019re a living legend!!!! an example of hard work, sacrifice, and heart. Beyond the fighter, you\u2019re an incredible person, with a soul too big for your chest. We love you, we support you, and we\u2019re with you every step of the way.”<\/p>\n READ MORE: Alex Pereira called out by undefeated UFC champion for surprise superfight<\/a><\/p>\n Joining the UFC a few years after Dvalishvili in 2020, Topuria has established himself as one of the biggest stars<\/a> on the promotion\u2019s roster after just nine Octagon appearances. \u201cEl Matador\u201d won the UFC featherweight belt from Alexander Volkanovski in early 2024 before he defended it by stopping Max Holloway at UFC 308, and in June he moved up to lightweight and claimed that division\u2019s vacant title with a first-round knockout against Charles Oliveira. <\/p>\n Few fans would argue with Dvalishvili if he also felt the drive to pursue a second UFC title following his third title defense, but for now the 34-year-old seems content with maintaining an active schedule within his current weight class. <\/p>\n Merab Dvalishvili (red gloves) reacts after the fight against Cory Sandhagen (blue gloves) during UFC 320 at T-Mobile Arena. \/ Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images<\/p>\n \u201cThe Machine\u201d is currently on a 14-fight win streak that saw him defeat former UFC titleholders Jose Aldo, Petr Yan, and Henry Cejudo to finally earn a title shot opposite Sean O\u2019Malley at UFC 306. After unseating O\u2019Malley via unanimous decision, Dvalishvili handed the formerly-undefeated Umar Nurmagomedov his first loss and then submitted O\u2019Malley in the third round of their rematch at UFC 316. <\/p>\n READ MORE: Magomed Ankalaev releases first statement after losing UFC title to Alex Pereira<\/a><\/p>\n A rematch with Yan appears to be the UFC\u2019s preferred next matchup for Dvalishvili, as \u201cNo Mercy\u201d has won three-straight fights after coming up short in the pair\u2019s first meeting back in 2023. <\/p>\n Petr Yan (red gloves) fights Merab Dvalshvili (blue gloves) during UFC Fight Night at Virgin Hotel. \/ Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images<\/p>\n If the UFC manages to get that fight booked by the end of the year, \u201cThe Machine\u201d will have the chance to set yet another UFC record by potentially becoming the first champion in promotional history to successfully defend his belt four times in the same year. <\/p>\n \u2022 Dana White reveals huge UFC main and co-main event fights for November Qatar event<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Ian Garry claims Carlos Prates revealed fake UFC retirement scheme for rematch payday<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Alex Pereira reveals he suffered brutal injury during UFC 320 fight<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Dana White sends cringe message on Conor McGregor’s UFC White House comeback fight<\/a><\/p>\n Stick with MMAKnockout<\/a> for more FREE coverage of the UFC and MMA.<\/p>\n Follow MMAKnockout on Facebook<\/a>, Twitter<\/a>, and Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n
but we all know how hard it is to get there.
I say it with pride: you\u2019re a living legend!!!!
an example of hard work, sacrifice, and heart.
Beyond the fighter, you\u2019re an incredible person, with a soul too\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/Rd2lBdeMlH<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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