Merab Dvalishvili isn’t just fighting for belts anymore; he’s fighting for two nations. The man they call ‘The Machine’ has become one of the UFC’s most relentless champions, known for his pressure, his pace, and his pride. Yet behind the fighter lies a tale of two flags, two homes, and one dream. At 34, Dvalishvili stands as the UFC Bantamweight Champion, with a 20-4 record and one of the longest active win streaks in the division. He’s beaten elite names like José Aldo, Petr Yan, and Henry Cejudo.

From working construction jobs in New York to becoming the first Georgian-born champion in UFC history, Merab Dvalishvili has lived every inch of the American dream. Now, as he prepares for his third title defense at UFC 320 against Cory Sandhagen, one question lingers: which flag will T

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