Georgian Gov’t officials congratulate Merab Dvalishvili on UFC victory

Georgian Government officials on Sunday extended their congratulations to Georgian professional mixed martial artist Merab Dvalishvili, following his victory over Sean O'Malley and successful defence of the UFC bantamweight championship.

Amongst those who praised the fighter were Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, President Mikheil Kavelashvili, Tbilisi Mayor Kakha Kaladze, and other leaders of the ruling Georgian Dream party, who shared messages of support and pride on social media.

“Congratulations, Merab Dvalishvili defended his UFC champion title”, Kavelashvili said.

“Merab Dvalishvili retained his UFC championship belt”, Kobakhidze said.

Georgian professional mixed martial artist Merab Dvalishvili on Sunday made a triumphant return to the octagon after nearly six months and successfully defended his UFC bantamweight Championship belt by defeating Sean O'Malley, an American professional mixed martial fighter.

The highly anticipated bout took place at UFC 316 in New Jersey, an event notably attended by US President Donald Trump.