Where was Merab Dvalishvili born?

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Merab ‘The Machine’ Dvalishvili, born on January 10, 1991, is a 33-year-old Georgian professional mixed martial artist. He competes in the bantamweight division (135 lbs) of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and currently holds the championship in the weight class.

Dvalishvili’s journey began in Tbilisi, Georgian SSR, where he trained in qartuli chidaoba (traditional wrestling), khridoli (traditional fighting), sambo, and judo from a young age for self-defense. At 21, he moved to the United States with the goal of becoming a professional MMA fighter. Under the guidance of coaches Ray Longo and Matt Serra, Dvalishvili honed his skills and entered the MMA scene. Before entering the UFC, Dvalishvili competed in various promotions, including the Ring of Combat, where he compiled a 7-2 record. He made his first walk to the UFC octagon on December 9, 2017, at UFC Fight Night: Swanson vs. Ortega, facing Frankie Saenz and suffering a split decision defeat.

Merab Dvalishvili's nationality

Merab Dvalishvili is a Georgian national. He was born on January 10, 1991, in Tbilisi, Georgian SSR, Soviet Union. When Dvalishvili turned 21, he relocated to the United States due to the limited availability of reputable MMA organizations in Georgia.

What type of fighter is Merab Dvalishvili?

Merab ‘The Machine’ Dvalishvili predominantly uses a wrestling style of fighting. While he is primarily a wrestler, Dvalishvili has developed a functional striking game. His stand-up involves crisp punches and kicks. He is also known for his exceptional cardio.

Dvalishvili's unbreakable grit was on full display in his fight against Ricky Simon, where he refused to be submitted even when Simon applied a very tight choke. Unfortunately, Dvalishvili ended up being on the losing side in this bout.

Also Read: How many losses does Merab Dvalishvili have?

How tall is Merab Dvalishvili?

Merab ‘The Machine’ Dvalishvili stands at a height of 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm). Dvalishvili’s height places him within the typical range for bantamweight fighters.

Last Updated On December 31, 2024.

FAQs on Merab Dvalishvili

A. He was born in Tbilisi, Georgian SSR, Soviet Union.

A. He is 5'6" tall (168 cm).

A. He is the bantamweight champion in the UFC, as of December 2024. 

A. Merab Dvalishvili maintains a professional MMA record of 18 wins and 4 losses (18-4-0).

A. Merab Dvalishvili became the new UFC bantamweight champion in September 2024, by defeating the former champion, Sean O'Malley via a unanimous decision. 

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