Sean O'Malley lost his UFC bantamweight title to Merab Dvalishvili in a unanimous decision.
At UFC 306, Sean O'Malley lost his bantamweight title to Merab Dvalishvili in a dominating unanimous decision. O'Malley struggled against Dvalishvili's relentless pace, resulting in six takedowns and a significant strike deficit (82 to 47). UFC CEO Dana White criticized O'Malley’s performance, noting he appeared "flat." Dvalishvili's playful kiss on O'Malley's head drew attention. He is expected to face Umar Nurmagomedov next, while O'Malley aims to return to title contention.
September 15, 2024
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