UFC President Dana White has hinted that a bantamweight title rematch between Merab Dvalishvili and Sean O’Malley could be on the horizon.
🏆 Dvalishvili vs. O’Malley 2?
Dvalishvili (19-4 MMA, 12-2 UFC) claimed the 135-pound title from O’Malley (18-2 MMA, 10-2 UFC) in September at UFC 306, winning via unanimous decision. He then successfully defended the belt in January, defeating Umar Nurmagomedov.
Meanwhile, O’Malley has been recovering from hip surgery, which he says was already an issue before his loss to Dvalishvili. Now, both fighters appear eager for a rematch.
🗣️ Dana White: “They Want It, Fans Want It”
Speaking after UFC Fight Night 252 in Seattle, White acknowledged the growing anticipation:
“They want to fight each other. I think people want to see it.”
📊 A Look Back at Their First Fight
At UFC 306, Dvalishvili dominated with:
✅ Six takedowns
✅ 10+ minutes of control time
*✅ 214-49 total strikes advantage
Despite the numbers, O’Malley disputed the decision and has been vocal about proving he deserved the win.
🔜 What’s Next?
With White showing interest and both fighters ready, a high-stakes rematch could be coming soon. Will O’Malley reclaim his belt, or will Dvalishvili solidify his dominance? Stay tuned! 🚀🔥
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