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Sean O’Malley Moving to Featherweight Is a Bad Idea As UFC Values Star Power Says Team Merab Dvalishvili

Sean O’Malley is looking to make a move to the featherweight division. The reason could well be his ongoing bad run in the bantamweight division. The former champ has now lost to Merab Dvalishvili twice in a row.

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‘He Will Never Lose Again’ – Hall of Fame Trainer Sounds Off on Merab Dvalishvili’s Relentless Rise

UFC 316 delivered on its promise, especially in the highly anticipated rematch between Merab Dvalishvili and Sean O'Malley. With relentless pace and smart positioning, Merab secured a third-round guillotine choke submission to retain his title.

MMA News / The SportsRush / June 11

‘Built Life Most Dream Of’: Sean O’Malley Could Retire but ‘The Mission Is Not Over’ Says Head Coach Tim Welch

Despite his recent faltering run, Sean O’Malley has no plans to call time on his Octagon career. As per his head coach, Tim Welch, there is still work to be done.

MMA News / MMA on SI / June 11

UFC Atlanta fighter controversially handed Merab Dvalishvili his last MMA loss

The last MMA fighter to defeat UFC Bantamweight Champion Merab Dvalishvili will be in action this Saturday at UFC Atlanta. Ranked as the UFC’s #2 pound-for-pound

MMA News / MMA on SI / June 11

Sean O'Malley heaps praise on Merab Dvalishvili after UFC 316 loss

Sean O'Malley isn't afraid to give Merab Dvalishvili his flowers after losing their rematch at UFC 316. 'Suga' openly admitted to drastic lifestyle changes in anticipation of his rematch with 'The Machine,' and even though Dvalishvili delayed the fight to get the best version of O'Malley, it wasn't enough.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / June 11

Sean O'Malley on UFC 316 loss to Merab Dvalishvili: 'He felt different'

Former bantamweight titleholder Sean O'Malley went into the UFC 316 championship rematch against Merab Dvalishvili confident that he would win back the title from the man who took it.

MMA News / FirstSportz / June 11

Sean O’Malley Warns Next Title Challenger on What to Expect from Merab Dvalishvili After UFC 316 Beatdown

Going into UFC 316, Sean O’Malley had huge expectations as he wanted to avenge his previous loss ten months earlier. However, despite his eagerness and major lifestyle changes, the superstar fighter still couldn’t manage to stop the relentless Merab Dvalishvili.

MMA News / CBSSPorts.com / June 11

UFC 316: Sean O'Malley calls Merab Dvalishvili the 'greatest bantamweight of all time' after second loss

O'Malley is holding his head high after two losses to his bantamweight GOAT

MMA News / Athlon Sports / June 10

UFC Make Major Merab Dvalishvili Announcement on Tuesday

UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili (21-4) retained his belt for the second time by defeating No. 1 contender Sean O'Malley (18-4) via submission at UFC 316 in the third round of their fight on Saturday.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 10

Sean O’Malley reveals timeline for Octagon return after UFC 316 amid calls for a move to featherweight

Former UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley isn’t planning on a long hiatus from competition after UFC 316. Sean O’Malley‘s attempt at redemption against UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili fell short at UFC 316 last Saturday in Newark.

MMA News / FirstSportz / June 10

Dana White Called Out for Promoting ‘Weed-Smokers’ Sean O’Malley and Nate Diaz over Merab Dvalishvili

Over the years, the UFC has promoted fighters with flamboyant personalities, turning them into megastars who draw global attention and sales. Conor McGregor, Nate Diaz, and Sean O’Malley became headline acts because of their charisma, attitude, and ability to stir controversy.

MMA News / FirstSportz / June 10

Merab Dvalishvili on Track to Surpass Islam Makhachev and Jon Jones According to ex-UFC Champ

At UFC 316, Merab Dvalishvili defended his bantamweight title for the second time, putting on a dominant performance. The Georgian fighter showcased his elite skills by submitting his former rival Sean O’Malley in decisive fashion.

MMA News / The SportsRush / June 10

UFC Legend Compares Merab Dvalishvili to Khabib, Predicts His Next Big Challenge After UFC 316

Following his only second title defense at UFC 316 over the weekend, bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili is making a strong case for being the Greatest of All Time at the 135 lbs limit.

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MMA News / The SportsRush / June 10

UFC Champ Merab Dvalishvili Sends Apology to Weeping Sean O’Malley Fan Just Released from Surgery

This UFC fan’s day went from bad to worse when Sean O’Malley fought Merab Dvalishvili for a bantamweight title rematch at UFC 316. Not only did he have to undergo surgery during the main card, he also got recorded watching O’Malley get tapped out by the Georgian champion.

MMA News / MMA on SI / June 10

Merab Dvalishvili & Kayla Harrison jump up pound-for-pound rankings after UFC 316

Some huge wins at UFC 316 last Saturday unsurprisingly caused some significant movement in the UFC rankings this week. Topped by a bantamweight double feature for the promotion’s men’s and women’s 135 lbs.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / June 10

5 best bantamweight UFC fighters ever

Merab Dvalishvili captured his second title defense of the UFC’s Bantamweight championship when he beat Sean O’Malley for the second time at UFC 316 on June 7.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 10

Sean O’Malley returns to training just days after brutal UFC 316 title loss as he plots his next move

Just a few days removed from his brutal loss to Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 316, Sean O’Malley is back on the mats plotting his next move. This past Saturday at UFC 316 in Newark, New Jersey, Merab Dvalishvili once again dominated Sean O’Malley to defend his bantamweight title, scoring a fourth round submission win.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 10

What’s Next For Merab Dvalishvili?

Merab Dvalishvili defeated Sean O’Malley at UFC 316 in their rematch, as we look at what is next. Dvalishvili secured his second win over O’Malley via a third-round submission win.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / June 9

After a dominant title defense at UFC 316, what’s next for Merab Dvalishvili?

This past Saturday night in the main event of UFC 316, the bantamweight title was on the line. Champion Merab Dvalishvili (20-4) was looking to defend his title against the man he took the title from in former champion Sean O’Malley (18-3).

MMA News / FirstSportz / June 9

Scary Details of Tragic Moment from UFC 316 Revealed by Merab Dvalishvili Coach

UFC 316 was a massive success for Merab Dvalishvili and his team as they beat Sean O’Malley convincingly and dominantly. The Georgian was the clear betting favorite and proved his worth by submitting O’Malley in the third-round.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / June 8

UFC fighters react to Merab Dvalishvili submitting Sean O'Malley

Dvalishvili took control of the fight almost immediately, landing clean shots and taking O'Malley to the canvas several times. But in the third round, Dvalishvili found his way to a submission, earning a finish over O'Malley.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / June 7

UFC 316: Dvalishvili vs. O'Malley 2 Live Results

The octagon is in Newark, N.J. for tonight's UFC 316: Dvalishvili vs. O'Malley 2 fight card at the Prudential Center. In the main event, Merab Dvalishvili puts his title on the line against former titleholder Sean O'Malley in a rematch.

MMA News / MMA on SI / June 7

3 tactics Sean O’Malley must use to beat Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 316

UFC 316 commences Saturday night in Newark, New Jersey, with Merab Dvalishvili rematching Sean O’Malley for Dvalishvili’s UFC Bantamweight Championship in the night’s main event.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / June 6

UFC 316 Main Event Preview and Prediction: Merab Dvalishvili – Sean O’Malley 2

In the main event of UFC 316 tomorrow night, the bantamweight title is on the line in a rematch. Merab Dvalishvili (19-4) will look to defend his title for the second time as he takes on the man he defeated to become champion in “Suga” Sean O’Malley (18-2).

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 5

UFC 316 – Merab Dvalishvili vs. Sean O’Malley: Preview & Betting Tips

At UFC 316, the bantamweight title is up for grabs once again as reigning champion Merab Dvalishvili meets former champion “Suga” Sean O’Malley in a highly anticipated rematch.