Dvalishvili has been vocal about not wanting to fight Nurmagomedov, deeming him as an unworthy title challenger. When asked if he worries that Dvalishvili doesn’t make it, Nurmagomedov didn’t rule out the possibility.

UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili wants three title fights in the first four months of 2025, starting with his UFC 311 matchup against Umar Nurmagomedov.

Merab Dvalishvili and Umar Nurmagomedov will compete in the first UFC title fight of 2025 when the pair clash at UFC 311 on Jan. 18.

UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili is aiming for a very active 2025. Dvalishvili (18-4 MMA, 11-2 UFC) kicks off next year with a title defense against Umar Nurmagomedov (18-0 MMA, 6-0 UFC) in the co-main event of UFC 311 on Jan.

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Former UFC champion sees Umar Nurmagomedov as the ideal opponent for Merab Dvalishvili ahead of their UFC 311 showdown.