Dvalishvili Dominates Moraes Days After Nurmagomedov Attack

Merab Dvalishvili pinned Marlon Moraes at RAF Abu Dhabi on Saturday, competing just days after being attacked by Usman Nurmagomedov and multiple associates.

The former UFC bantamweight champion took to the mat at Etihad Arena despite visible injuries from the earlier confrontation, per MMA Mania. Dvalishvili reportedly spent time in custody and paid a fine for his involvement in the incident before being released and cleared to compete. Fight fans were uncertain whether he would remain on the card given the circumstances.

Dvalishvili Pins Moraes Despite Facial Injuries

The Georgian grappler looked sharp from the opening moments against his former opponent. Dvalishvili worked methodically to establish position before securing the pin over Moraes in what sources described as an impressive performance considering the visible damage to his face from the Nurmagomedov camp assault.

The bout aired live on FOX Nation from the United Arab Emirates capital. Dvalishvili is widely regarded as one of the top wrestlers in the UFC bantamweight division, skills that translated directly to the RAF format Saturday night.

RAF Abu Dhabi continues through the weekend at Etihad Arena.

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• MMA Mania — Highlights! Merab Dvalishvili dominates Marlon Moraes just days after getting jumped | RAF Abu Dhabi