As the anticipation for UFC 306 builds, Sean O’Malley has stirred the pot with some surprising revelations about the friendship between Aljamain Sterling and Merab Dvalishvili. The bantamweight champion, known for his striking prowess and colorful personality, recently shared his thoughts on the dynamic between the two fighters, casting doubt on the strength of their bond.
Sean O’Malley Opens Up on Merab Dvalishvili and Aljamain Sterlings Friendship
In a candid interview with TMZ Sports, O’Malley suggested that Sterling and Dvalishvili might not be as close as they appear. “I don’t know what Aljo is going to tell Merab,” O’Malley remarked. “If anything, Aljo probably shouldn’t tell him anything because it’s probably just going to make him a little bit nervous”. O’Malley even speculated that Sterling might secretly hope for his victory over Dvalishvili, as it would reflect better on Sterling’s own performance against O’Malley.
Sean O’Malley’s comments come at a critical time, with Dvalishvili set to challenge him for the bantamweight title at UFC 306. The event, which will be held at the Las Vegas Sphere, promises to be a historic night for the promotion. Dvalishvili, riding a ten-fight winning streak, is eager to claim UFC gold and avenge his teammate’s loss to O’Malley.
Adding to the drama, Dvalishvili recently suffered a cut above his eye during training, raising concerns about his readiness for the fight. O’Malley, never one to mince words, dismissed the injury as inconsequential, stating, “Merab’s pretty much as dumb as this piece of paper right here”. He expressed confidence in his ability to exploit Dvalishvili’s weaknesses, despite the injury.
Aljamain Sterling, who was defeated by Sean O’Malley via second-round TKO at UFC 292, has been actively involved in Dvalishvili’s training camp. Sterling has shared his insights on O’Malley’s fighting style, helping Dvalishvili prepare for the upcoming bout. “The pacing that this guy brings is just phenomenal,” Sterling said of Dvalishvili’s preparation. He emphasized the importance of staying focused and not getting emotional, advising Dvalishvili to fight smart and make his dreams a reality.
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