Merab Dvalishvili predicts competitive fight between O'Malley and Zahabi
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 1:20 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Former UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili expressed anticipation for the upcoming fight between Sean O'Malley and Aiemann Zahabi at UFC Freedom 250. Dvalishvili, who is set for a title shot against Petr Yan, stated he would support O'Malley but acknowledged Zahabi's seven-fight win streak makes him a formidable opponent. O'Malley has shown confidence leading to the fight, comparing Zahabi to a punching bag, despite Dvalishvili urging caution regarding the challenge Zahabi poses.
- •O'Malley and Zahabi face off at UFC Freedom 250.
- •Dvalishvili supports O'Malley but acknowledges Zahabi's skill.
- •Zahabi rides a seven-fight win streak entering this bout.
- •Dvalishvili expected to fight Petr Yan for the title next.
- •O'Malley expresses high confidence in securing a victory.
- 1:20 AMYahoo Sports — Merab Dvalishvili: Aiemann Zahabi could emerge as new contender
"Merab Dvalishvili says he'll be rooting for Sean O'Malley, but won't be surprised to see Aiemann Zahabi get a win at UFC Freedom 250.
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