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Merab Dvalishvili's 12th Win Fuels Genetic Stamina Debate

1/31/2025

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Merab Dvalishvili's thrilling bantamweight title defense against Umar Nurmagomedov has sparked intense discussions about his remarkable stamina, with many crediting it to genetics rather than doping. Amid skepticism in the MMA world, Dvalishvili's triumph marked his 12th consecutive win, further cementing his dominance in the bantamweight division.

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Merab Dvalishvili's thrilling bantamweight title defense against Umar Nurmagomedov has sparked intense discussions about his remarkable stamina, with many crediting it to genetics rather than doping. Amid skepticism in the MMA world, Dvalishvili's triumph marked his 12th consecutive win, further cementing his dominance in the bantamweight division.