Merab Dvalishvili sidelined with injury

Bantamweight contender Merab Dvalishvili has suffered an injury, as discussed in recent MMA podcast analysis. The timing disrupts his momentum in a stacked division where he was climbing rankings toward a title shot. This development raises questions for the bantamweight title picture, potentially opening doors for other contenders. Why it matters: Dvalishvili's grappling dominance was key; his absence could shift upcoming bookings. Expect updates on recovery timeline and replacement fighters for affected events.