Umar Nurmagomedov has new nickname for Merab Dvalishvili after latest comments: ‘All the time crying’

Umar Nurmagomedov has dubbed Merab Dvalishvili 'All the time crying' after the latter's recent comments. The nickname comes after Dvalishvili's interview with Zamin.uz, where he expressed respect for Khabib Nurmagomedov but not for Umar. The tension between the two fighters has intensified, with Nurmagomedov stating that their upcoming match at UFC 333 is now personal. The feud began when Dvalishvili slapped a friend of Nurmagomedov's, an incident he explained in an interview with Sherdog.

The rivalry has drawn significant attention from sports media. MMA Junkie and Yahoo Sports have both covered Nurmagomedov's statements, emphasizing the personal nature of the upcoming fight. MMA Fighting reported on the new nickname, while Sherdog provided context for Dvalishvili's actions. The next steps in this feud will likely unfold as the fighters prepare for UFC 333.

Nurmagomedov has made it clear that he intends to make the fight personal, regardless of the outcome. Dvalishvili's previous actions and statements suggest he is prepared to engage in the verbal sparring that often precedes high-stakes matches.