Merab Dvalishvili's post-fight speech earns heaps of praise from UFC castaway: "One of the most humble champions right now"

Merab Dvalishvili delivered a spectacular performance at UFC 311, successfully defending his bantamweight title against Umar Nurmagomedov via unanimous decision and handing him the first loss of his career. Recently, former UFC fighter Muhammad Mokaev reacted to Dvalishvili’s post-fight octagon interview.

Leading up to UFC 311, tensions were high as heated exchanges of words took place between ‘The Machine’ and 'Young Eagle'. The latter labeled Dvalishvili a "fake champion," while the reigning bantamweight titleholder repeatedly termed Nurmagomedov as an undeserving contender for the championship.

Following his victory over Nurmagomedov, Dvalishvili refrained from speaking negatively about his opponent. Instead, he delivered an inspiring speech encouraging people to believe in themselves.

A user shared the bantamweight champion's octagon interview from UFC 311 on X, which caught the attention of ‘The Punisher.’ He reshared the video, showering praise on the Georgian fighter and labeling him one of the most humble champions. Mokaev wrote:

“I really respect Merab's speech after all this situation, he could have talk bad way towards his opponent but he chooses motivation speech! I always had respectotowards him , he is one of the most humble champions right now!.”

Check out Muhammad Mokaev’s X post below:

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Umar Nurmagomedov disagrees with judges' decision following UFC 311 loss to Merab Dvalishvili

In the back-and-forth war in the co-main event of UFC 311, Merab Dvalishvili secured a unanimous decision victory. However, Umar Nurmagomedov expressed disappointment with the judges' scorecards and claimed he had won the first three rounds.

During the octagon interview, Nurmagomedov revealed that he had broken his hand in the first round, which hindered his ability to land significant strikes against the bantamweight champion. The Dagestani fighter said:

“I think the first three rounds I won, other was like close. I don't think I lose this fight… After first round I [couldn’t] punch because I think I broke my hand and [the fight] go like other way you know… I need watch [the fight] video like my fight and I don't think I lose this fight… I'm not agree with judge.”

Check out Umar Nurmagomedov’s octagon interview below: