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4d ago

Merab Dvalishvili Faces Injury Concerns Ahead of UFC 316 Rematch with Sean O'Malley

The bantamweight champion's pinky toe injury raises questions about his readiness, while O'Malley intensifies preparations with significant training and lifestyle changes.

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Overview

  • Merab Dvalishvili injured his pinky toe during a training session with Cameron Sandoval, sparking concerns about his ability to compete at UFC 316.
  • Footage of the injury shows discoloration but no visible swelling or inflammation, leaving uncertainty about the severity and potential impact on the fight.
  • Dvalishvili joked about cutting off his injured toe, but his readiness for the June 7 rematch remains unclear as recovery timelines are tight.
  • Sean O'Malley has ramped up his preparations, training with MMA legend Demetrious Johnson to improve his grappling and takedown defense.
  • O'Malley has also made notable lifestyle changes, including quitting social media, gaming, and smoking, to focus fully on reclaiming the bantamweight title.