Dvalishvili reveals he was offered Tsarukyan fight at RAF 08, declined

Merab Dvalishvili disclosed that he was offered a fight against Arman Tsarukyan at RAF 08 in Philadelphia, but ultimately turned it down. Dvalishvili explained that the matchup didn't make sense because Tsarukyan competes two weight classes above him. He admitted he considered the bout but was glad he declined after witnessing Tsarukyan's actions against Urijah Faber at the event. Dvalishvili specifically criticized Tsarukyan for throwing Faber outside the mat, calling it unnecessary despite respecting Tsarukyan's skills and contributions to the sport. The Georgian fighter felt vindicated in his decision not to accept the fight.