Merab Dvalishvili

Bantamweight Division

STRIKING

Punch Power A

Punch Speed S

Kick Power B

Kick Speed A

Accuracy A

Strike Defense S

GRAPPLING

Takedowns S+

TD Defense A

Sub Defense A

Ground Game S+

PHYSICAL & TACTICAL

Stamina S+

Chin S

Fight IQ A

Reach 71"

SIGNATURE

▸Chain wrestling continuous takedown sequences

▸Suffocating top-control ground and pound

▸Reactive counter single-leg takedowns

STRENGTHS / WEAKNESSES

+Near-unmatched championship-level stamina that allows him to maintain relentless pressure for 25 full minutes

−Limited finishing ability both on the feet and via submission, with the majority of his wins coming via decision

+Elite tier chain wrestling and takedown ability ranked among the best in bantamweight division history

−Tendency to waste unnecessary energy on low-percentage takedown attempts early in fights

+High striking defense and exceptionally durable chin that let him safely close distance to initiate grappling exchanges

−Relatively unpolished offensive striking compared to the division's elite pure strikers

MATCHUPS

BESTMerab’s best matchup is power-focused, low-output bantamweight fighters with poor takedown defense who cannot match his relentless pace across multiple rounds.

HARDMerab’s hardest matchup is technically sharp, high-output elite strikers with top-tier takedown defense and agile footwork to stay at range and avoid being forced into grappling exchanges.

Fighter Intel

A TIER WRESTLER SUB THREAT

Top Attributes

TakedownsStaminaGround Game

vs Division Average

Striking

-4

Grappling

Defense

Physical

Combat Profile

Merab Dvalishvili, known as "The Machine," is a Georgian wrestling powerhouse who trains out of the Serra-Longo Fight Team in Long Island. He possesses arguably the best cardio in the UFC, allowing him to maintain a frantic pace that overwhelms opponents from the opening bell until the final horn. His signature style involves relentless chain wrestling and an uncanny ability to secure takedowns against even the most elite defensive wrestlers.

Tactical Advantage

He exploits opponents who struggle with volume or lack the defensive wrestling to keep the fight upright. Merab thrives by draining his rivals' gas tanks early, often forcing them to carry his weight for extended periods. His constant movement and pressure make him a nightmare for strikers who need set points to land their power shots effectively.

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