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Merab Dvalishvili rules out rematch with Umar Nurmagomedov

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 30, 2026, 5:02 PM

Last updated May 30, 2026

Merab Dvalishvili rules out rematch with Umar Nurmagomedov
Summary

Merab Dvalishvili has publicly declined the possibility of a rematch against Umar Nurmagomedov. Dvalishvili's response appears to stem from ongoing animosity between the fighters, though the specific reasons remain unclear. The potential matchup has generated interest among fans and analysts, but it seems unlikely to materialize. No further plans for Dvalishvili's next fight have been announced at this time.

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  • •Dvalishvili has animosity towards Nurmagomedov.
  • •He has officially ruled out a rematch.
  • •The fighters have not faced each other previously.
  • •No updates on Dvalishvili's next fight are available.
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  • 5:02 PMYahoo Sports — Merab Dvalishvili shuts down possibility of Umar Nurmagomedov rematch
What they're saying
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Merab Dvalishvili has some unexplained animosity towards Umar Nurmagomedov.

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