Merab Dvalishvili takes down cameraman during UFC 333 open workouts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 8:04 PM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
During the UFC 333 open workouts in Newark, New Jersey, Merab Dvalishvili, known for his UFC record of 119 takedowns, unexpectedly collided with a cameraman while executing a takedown. Dvalishvili is set to face Petr Yan, marking their third encounter. Meanwhile, Movsar Evloev showcased impressive front flips as he prepares to challenge Alex Volkanovski for the 145-pound title. UFC 333 is scheduled for October 24 in Abu Dhabi.
- •Merab Dvalishvili drops a cameraman during workouts
- •Dvalishvili has UFC record for takedowns
- •He faces Petr Yan for the third time
- •Movsar Evloev performs front flips during workouts
- •UFC 333 takes place October 24 in Abu Dhabi
- 8:04 PMYahoo Sports — Cameraman tries to film UFC 333 open workouts, gets dropped by takedown-obsessed Merab (Video)
"UFC camera operators may need hazard pay for shooting the UFC 333 open workouts. That’s because UFC 333 co-headliner Merab Dvalishvili, who holds the UFC record for takedowns with 119, was on a mission to drop anyone who dared step onto the mats, regardless of whether or not they were strapped with thousands of dollars […]
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