Umar Nurmagomedov is predicting a brutal showdown between Merab Dvalishvili and Petr Yan in the upcoming UFC 323 event. Nurmagomedov believes that Dvalishvili, the current bantamweight champion, will dominate the fight, especially after his recent impressive performance against Cory Sandhagen. This victory marked Dvalishvili's third successful title defense in 2025, and he is set to make history by achieving four title defenses in a single calendar year at UFC 323.
Nurmagomedov, a seasoned fighter himself, understands Dvalishvili's capabilities well. He highlights Dvalishvili's improved performance in his last fight against Petr Yan, where he showcased his wrestling skills. Nurmagomedov predicts that Dvalishvili's strong wrestling abilities will pose a significant challenge for Petr Yan, who lacks a solid defense. Despite Yan's ability to score knockouts, Nurmagomedov expects Dvalishvili to emerge victorious, potentially through a technical knockout or a decisive mauling.
The anticipation for this highly anticipated rematch is building, and it will be a pivotal moment in the UFC's pay-per-view era. The fight will also be a showcase of the promotion's new multi-billion-dollar broadcast deal with Paramount. Additionally, Umar Nurmagomedov's comments about Petr Yan's success being attributed to his relationship with Khabib Nurmagomedov have sparked some controversy, adding fuel to the fire surrounding this exciting bout.
