Usman Nurmagomedov and a group of associates in Abu Dhabi ambushed former UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili and a friend in a hotel lobby earlier this week. Video of the incident has emerged and authorities worked quick to detain and sentence those involved.
Dvalishvili was initially detained but later released after paying a fine. On ‘Friday, “The Machine” released a statement addressing the wild altercation.
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“Just want to let everyone know I have been released and I am good,healthy and ready to go,” he wrote on X. “I want to thank everyone in Abu Dhabi for your help in resolving this matter. I love visiting Abu Dhabi and am happy to be welcomed. I do hope that they release everyone – i would not press charges. I want peace and the best for all. Thanks everyone for your love and support.”
