RESOLVING THE LEDGER
This is one outlet's own report from Yahoo Sports — the article as it was filed.
Merab
Dvalishvili ’s nose is unmistakable.
Dvalishvili (21-5) recently tried to prank customers at a gas
station. The former
Ultimate Fighting Championship bantamweight king wore a
long-haired wig and makeup while posing as an employee. Former UFC bantamweight champion can't fool customers with a
disguise
An unsuspecting customer told Dvalishvili, without recognizing “The
Machine,” that it would be difficult for him to reclaim the
bantamweight belt.
However, his prank failed on another customer, as the Georgian had
to own up when a woman recognized him. The woman revealed that
Dvalishvili’s nose gave him away.
Dvalishvili’s nose is slightly crooked due to years of wear and
tear from fights and it took significant damage in his last bout.
He defended his title thrice last year before losing to Petr Yan in a
rematch this past December. Although unconfirmed by the UFC, they
have both indicated that they’re set to run it back in a trilogy
bout next. 🤣👃 Merab can’t prank his own
people… his nose gives him away immediately😭:
🗣️ Merab: “How are you paying?”
🗣️ Woman: “I think I know you… Merab
Dvalishvili ?”
🗣️ Merab: “ Merab
Dvalishvili .”
🗣️ Woman: “Your nose gave you away.”
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Mount MMA (@MMAFullMount)
August 6, 2026
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