Henry Cejudo received a call from Merab Dvalishvili after the Georgian told him that Sean O’Malley was in hiding. Read on to find out what he had to say.
It’s been nothing but exciting in the UFC bantamweight division since Sean O’Malley won the belt. An exciting 2024 awaits, with the return of Henry Cejudo, Aljamain Sterling still a top fighter, and other exciting fighters rising up the rankings. And Merab Dvalishvili is at the top of the discussion with some strong arguments.
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Merab Dvalishvili is #2 in the UFC bantamweight division. Still, it’s unlikely he will fight for O’Malley’s title next. That’s why the Georgian has his sights set on Henry Cejudo in what promises to be an incredible battle between two hard-working fighters.
A potential matchup between Merab Dvalishvili and Henry Cejudo is reportedly already being planned. Bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley also showed interest in the fight. And now the Georgian fighter is looking forward to facing the former double UFC champion.
The 32-year-old then published a video on X Did. During the training session, Dvalishvili claimed that “a skinny, tall guy (Sean O’Malley) was hiding from me,” but Dvalishvili said, “Let’s go!” Henry, I’ll come get you. let’s go. ”He then added: “Let’s see who’s wrestling is better.”Both fighters are equal on the ground and on the ground. dexterous feet. But both are wrestlers first and foremost. Therefore, it will be a very high level wrestling tournament.
Dvalishvili explained why he wanted to fight Cejudo, despite respecting him. He said, “I respect you, but I’m going to beat you once and for all.” And I’m looking forward to fighting you. I’m hungry. I’m from the mountains of Georgia and my only goal is to fight for the title. And whoever is before me I will destroy. I’ll kill them all. Let’s go, Henry. I can’t wait to fight with you. ”
It’s going to be an incredible battle. And according to reports, we could see the two face off as early as January 2024. But as we’ve seen, nothing is set in stone until they meet in the octagon.
What do you think about Merab Dvalishvili’s call? Do you think Merab Dvalishvili and Henry Cejudo will fight in 2024?
