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Dillashaw: Sandhagen Faces Toughest Test Against Dvalishvili

7/19/2025

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TJ Dillashaw, a two-time UFC bantamweight champion, has declared Cory Sandhagen his toughest rival following their intense split decision battle in July 2021. While he admires Sandhagen's talent, Dillashaw predicts that Merab Dvalishvili's relentless wrestling pace will pose a formidable challenge for Sandhagen in their upcoming clash.

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TJ Dillashaw, a two-time UFC bantamweight champion, has declared Cory Sandhagen his toughest rival following their intense split decision battle in July 2021. While he admires Sandhagen's talent, Dillashaw predicts that Merab Dvalishvili's relentless wrestling pace will pose a formidable challenge for Sandhagen in their upcoming clash.