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Team Khabib explains how Merab Dvalishvili’s showboating stripped legendary record from Umar Nurmagomedov

Merab Dvalishvili defended his title at UFC 311, beating Umar Nurmagomedov and handing him his first professional loss. The Georgian champion’s relentless pace and wrestling overwhelmed the previously undefeated Dagestani, earning him a unanimous decision victory.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / March 31

Khabib Nurmagomedov’s son asked him hilarious question about Islam Makhachev following shock UFC retirement

Khabib Nurmagomedov’s son wasn’t aware of his father’s incredible career in the UFC as he was only three years old when the dominant Russian retired. During his reign over the UFC lightweight division, Khabib Nurmagomedov was widely regarded as the most dominant champion in the promotion’s history.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / March 29

‘Insane fact’ about Khabib Nurmagomedov and Merab Dvalishvili causes fan debate

Merab Dvalishvili has recorded higher numbers than Khabib Nurmagomedov in one specific area. In his fantastic career, ‘The Eagle’ cemented his status as one of the greatest of all time, utilizing his phenomenal grappling skills to dominate his opponents.

MMA News / MMA on SI / February 1

UFC prospect bests Dagestani standout in Saudi Arabia and calls out Umar Nurmagomedov

It's not Vinicius Oliveira vs. the world, it's Oliveira vs. the Nurmagomedovs. A top prospect in the UFC bantamweight division - Oliveira made that very clear with a decision effort over Said Nurmagomedov, his third-straight victory since signing to the promotion off Dana White's Contender Series.

MMA News / FirstSportz / January 30

Sean O’Malley’s coach explains how Merab Dvalishvili antics swayed public opinion of Umar Nurmagomedov fight

Merab Dvalishvili recently defended his UFC bantamweight title against Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC 311. Going into the fight, the champion was the underdog, but was able to pull off a clinical victory.

MMA News / FirstSportz / January 28

Crucial admission from Team Khabib could destroy myth around Nurmagomedov legacy

Usman Nurmagomedov, representing Team Khabib, defended his Bellator lightweight title against Paul Hughes in an intense showdown last weekend. The rivalry between Ireland and Dagestan fueled the fight’s buildup, adding extra drama to the contest.

MMA News / FirstSportz / January 23

Is Conor McGregor coaching Paul Hughes against Usman Nurmagomedov in PFL?

The iconic Dagestan vs. Ireland MMA rivalry reignites as Paul Hughes challenges Usman Nurmagomedov for Bellator lightweight gold. Taking place inside Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena, the fight sees Khabib Nurmagomedov coaching Usman against the rising Irish star.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 22

Umar Nurmagomedov didn't tell team about broken during title fight

Umar Nurmagomedov got off to a good start in the UFC 311 bantamweight title fight against champion Merab Dvalishvili, but things quickly went south. "Young Eagle" suffered a broken hand in the opening round changing the way he approached the rest of the match.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 22

Umar Nurmagomedov’s Hand Injury Fears; Could Be Out For Six Months

Umar Nurmagomedov has spoken out following his first UFC loss, as he could be out for six months with a hand injury. Nurmagomedov lost a unanimous decision against Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 311 as the latter defended his UFC Bantamweight Title.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / January 21

After suffering his first loss at UFC 311, what’s next for Umar Nurmagomedov?

This past Saturday in the co-main event of UFC 311, the bantamweight title was on the line. The two most dominant forces in the bantamweight division clashed as champion Merab Dvalishvili (19-4) took on his toughest test in Umar Nurmagomedov (18-1).

MMA News / MMA on SI / January 20

‘Rough Night,’ Khabib Speaks Out after Umar Nurmagomedov’s First Loss at UFC 311

Losing isn't something Khabib Nurmagomedov and his family are used to. Retiring from the sport at a perfect 29-0, the former UFC lightweight champion found a second wind on the sidelines, coaching his teammates to many victories over the years, most notably protege Islam Makhachev, the current lightweight champion.

MMA News / MMA on SI / January 19

Merab Dvalishvili Sets UFC History in Title Defense Against Umar Nurmagomedov

Although some may not appreciate his fighting style, Merab Dvalishvili outlasted Umar Nurmagomedov to win a five-round decision in the first defense of his UFC bantamweight title in the UFC 311 co-headliner Saturday night.

MMA News / FirstSportz / January 19

Distraught Coach Khabib’s reaction after Umar Nurmagomedov loss at UFC 311 revealed

Umar Nurmagomedov failed to capture the UFC bantamweight championship against Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 311. It was the first ever loss in his professional career, which came at the grandest stage.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / January 17

UFC 311 Preview and Prediction: Payton Talbott – Raoni Barcelos

Saturday night on the prelims of UFC 311, we are going to see one of the best prospects in the sport face his toughest test to date inside the octagon.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / January 17

UFC 311 Co-Main Event Preview and Prediction: Merab Dvalishvili – Umar Nurmagomedov

Tomorrow night in the co-main event of UFC 311, the bantamweight title is on the line. The two most dominant forces in the bantamweight division will clash as the champion Merab Dvalishvili (18-4) takes on his toughest test in the undefeated Umar Nurmagomedov (18-0).

MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 16

Khabib Nurmagomedov makes shocking retirement claim

As UFC 311 approaches—an event he will play a huge role in—Khabib Nurmagomedov has dropped a huge statement regarding his retirement. After putting on an almost flawless display against Justin Gaethje at UFC 254 in 2021, 'The Eagle' shocked the world by announcing his retirement.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / January 14

Merab Dvalishvili shrugs off Umar Nurmagomedov’s injury claims ahead of UFC 311

Merab Dvalishvili is set to enter the UFC octagon later this weekend against Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC 311 which will mark his first title defense after winning it against Sean O’Malley at UFC 306 last year.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 13

Khabib Nurmagomedov releases statement on airplane incident

Video of former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov being removed from an airplane spread across the internet on Sunday. The retired fighter was asked to change seats by a flight attendant on a Frontier Airlines flight.

MMA News / MMA on SI / January 12

Khabib Nurmagomedov Incident Clarified after Ex-Champ was Removed from UFC 311 Flight

Former UFC lightweight champion-turned-coach Khabib Nurmagomedov was recently removed from a plane bound for Los Angeles for next Saturday's UFC 311, which is headlined by two title fights: Islam Makhachev vs.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 3

Umar Nurmagomedov's manager advised him not to fight at UFC 311

Undefeated bantamweight contender Umar Nurmagomedov will fight for the undisputed championship against titleholder Merab Dvalishvili in the UFC 311 co-main event on Jan.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 2

Nurmagomedov Accuses Merab Of Trying To Avoid Him – ‘I Will Smash Him’

Umar Nurmagomedov has called out Merab Dvalishvili for trying to face lower-ranked opposition. The two will face off at UFC 311 in January. Merab won the UFC Bantamweight Title against Sean O’Malley.

MMA News / Yardbarker / December 4

Dvalishvili looks to take Nurmagomedov’s zero at UFC 311

Merab Dvalishvili looks to take Umar Nurmagomedov’s zero at UFC 311

Finally, UFC Bantamweight Champion Merab Dvalishvili has agreed to take on Umar Nurmagomedov. UFC president Dana White announced that the two will meet in the co-main event at UFC 311 on Jan. 18 in Los Angeles’s Intuit Dome.

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MMA News / MMA on SI / November 30

Umar Nurmagomedov Reveals Injury Kept Him From January UFC Fight

Top bantamweight contender Umar Nurmagomedov has revealed an arm injury kept him from being booked for a January 2025 fight. Nurmagomedov is expected to be Merab Dvalishvili's first title defense, especially with Sean O'Malley sidelined, but now fans might have to wait a little longer.

MMA News / Yardbarker / November 27

Merab Dvalishvili accuses UFC of Nurmagomedov nepotism

UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili is adamant that Umar Nurmagomedov doesn’t deserve a title fight yet.

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MMA News / Yardbarker / November 27

Why Merab Dvalishvili needs to call out Umar Nurmagomedov

Georgian wrestler Merab Dvalishvili is the rightful UFC bantamweight champion. But he’s not acting like the top dog in his division.

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MMA News / Yardbarker / November 2

Merab Dvalishvili again says he’ll fight Umar Nurmagomedov

Dvalishvili has claimed multiple times that he’s willing to take on Nurmagomedov. But every claim the champion makes comes with an argument that Nurmagomedov isn’t ready for a title shot.

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MMA News / Field Level Media / August 3

Umar Nurmagomedov remains undefeated with main event win

Russia's Umar Nurmagomedov was in complete control against Cory Sandhagen of the United States to earn a bantamweight victory by unanimous decision in the UFC main event Saturday at Abu Dhabi.