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Islam Makhachev defends Usman Nurmagomedov's brutal attack on Merab Dvalishvili in Abu Dhabi
Islam Makhachev has publicly supported Usman Nurmagomedov following a physical altercation involving Merab Dvalishvili in Abu Dhabi. The incident occurred at a hotel ahead of the upcoming Real American Freestyle event, resulting in visible injuries to Dvalishvili.
Footage of the encounter shows a group confrontation that escalated into a brawl. Dvalishvili has alleged that he was ambushed by a large group led by Nurmagomedov during a promotional interview session.
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