Following his defeat against Petr Yan at UFC 333, bantamweight fighter Merab Dvalishvili has issued a public statement addressing the fight, expressing deep gratitude to his supporters, and vowing to make a swift return to competition.
Gratitude to Team and Supporters
Taking to social media, Dvalishvili first thanked God for his blessings before extending his appreciation to his cornermen, including Aljamain Sterling, Davey Grant, Zviad Lazishvili, and his other team members for their dedication and assistance. He also acknowledged his training partners in Las Vegas for pushing him to his limits during preparation.
The fighter further expressed gratitude to his New York-based team, mentioning Matt Serra and Ray Longo, along with his supporters from New York and Long Island. Dvalishvili thanked the UFC for providing him with ongoing fighting opportunities, while reserving special appreciation for his family, friends, and fans for their unwavering love and support.
Ready for the Next Chapter
Dvalishvili confirmed that he emerged from the bout in good health and remains driven to compete again soon, stating that he cannot wait to step back into the cage. Concluding his message with an expression of resilience, he declared, “This Machine never breaks!”
