MORNING KOMBAT WITH LUKE THOMAS AND BRIAN CAMPBELL UFC 316 Recap: Dvalishvili Finishes O'Malley, Harrison vs Nunes? Jones Agrees to Aspinall Fight
Jun 9, 2025
Merab Dvalishvili's impressive submission victory over Sean O'Malley raised questions about his future dominance in the Bantamweight division. Kayla Harrison's triumph and a potential superfight with Amanda Nunes excited fans of women's MMA. Controversy ensued when Keyshawn Davis was stripped of his title after missing weight and subsequently involved in a post-fight altercation. Plus, Dana White revealed Jon Jones's agreement to fight Tom Aspinall, stirring anticipation for this highly awaited matchup.
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Merab's Dominance in Bantamweight
- Merab Dvalishvili combines elite wrestling with high-level striking and submission skills.
- His blend of volume pressure and skill refinement makes him exceptionally hard to beat at bantamweight.
Kayla Harrison's Historic Moment
- Kayla Harrison's dominant UFC 135 win revitalizes women's MMA with a historic superfight potential.
- Amanda Nunes' return sets the stage for a landmark crossover fight at 135 or 145 pounds.
Adapt to Fight Pressure
- Fighters must show adaptability, especially using strengths like grappling to counter striking pressure.
- Patchy Mix's UFC debut exposed the need for better game plan and in-cage adjustments.