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UFC 316: Dvalishvili Defends, Harrison Shines, And Potential Matchups Emerge
The Octagon was ablaze at UFC 316, and the aftermath is generating serious buzz about future matchups.
Julianna Peña’s submission victory over Kayla Harrison set the stage for a dream fight against Amanda Nunes, while Merab Dvalishvili’s dominant title defense against Sean O’Malley has fans clamoring for a clash with Cory Sandhagen. Let’s dive into the prospective matchups that could define the next chapter of UFC.
Men’s Bantamweight Division: Dvalishvili’s Next Challenge
Merab Dvalishvili proved his mettle, retaining his bantamweight title. Now, all eyes are on who will challenge “The Machine” next.
Cory Sandhagen: The Obvious Choice
Cory Sandhagen seems poised for a title shot. His consistent performance and diverse skillset make him a formidable opponent for Dvalishvili.
Sandhagen himself acknowledged the challenge,stating that a knockout might be his best path to victory against Dvalishvili’s relentless pressure. Securing a finish against Merab will be easier saeid than done.
Petr Yan: The Wild Card
Petr Yan remains in the title conversation. A strong showing against Marcus Mcghee could catapult him back into contention.
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