FULL SEND PODCAST Merab Dvalishvili | Ep. 165
Aug 28, 2025
Merab Dvalishvili, the Current UFC Bantamweight Champion known for his unstoppable cardio and wrestling prowess, dives deep into the world of mixed martial arts. He discusses the mental pressures of maintaining a winning streak and prepares for his challenging upcoming fight against Corey Sandhagen. Dvalishvili shares humorous stories about navigating Chinese culture and language barriers, along with the intense reality of weight cutting for fighters. He also reflects on the complexities of retirement and the challenges of life outside the octagon.
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Balance Training With Recovery
- Balance training intensity with upcoming sessions to avoid overtraining and injury.
- Monitor how you feel and adjust sparring, strength, and conditioning accordingly.
Training Partners As Game-Plan Simulators
- Training with a close teammate multiplies preparation through role-playing opponents.
- Merab and Aljo push each other and mimic upcoming opponents to sharpen game plans.
Unexpected Hospitality In China
- Merab found China cleaner and friendlier than expected and struggled with the language barrier.
- A shopkeeper refused to let him pay and locals shared beers, showing unexpected hospitality.