Merab Dvalishvili, a rising star in the bantamweight division, recently showcased his skills against the controversial streamer Sneako. Known for his strong social media presence and impressive wins in the cage, Dvalishvili has been building his reputation as one of the division’s most intriguing fighters. His latest victory over Henry Cejudo has positioned him for a title shot at 135 pounds, marking a significant milestone in his career.

In a recent sparring session, Dvalishvili, nicknamed ‘The Machine’, demonstrated his prowess against Sneako. The footage revealed a clear mismatch, with Dvalishvili easily overpowering Sneako. This encounter highlights the gap between a professional fighter like Dvalishvili and a streamer like Sneako, who has been venturing into the MMA space.

Sneako, known for his controversial streaming content, has been drawing attention in the MMA world. His participation in sparring sessions with fighters like Sean Strickland and now Merab Dvalishvili has stirred up discussions among fans. While Sneako might use these experiences as part of his online persona, Dvalishvili has more pressing matters at hand.

As Dvalishvili prepares for the most significant fight of his career, he is closely monitoring the upcoming UFC 299. The event will feature Sean O’Malley defending the UFC bantamweight championship against Marlon ‘Chito’ Vera. The winner of this bout is expected to face Dvalishvili later in the year, setting the stage for a highly anticipated showdown.

The involvement of UFC fighters like Dvalishvili in sparring sessions with personalities like Sneako raises questions about the intersection of professional sports and entertainment. Fans are left wondering who will be the next to challenge Dvalishvili for the title and how these interactions with figures outside the traditional MMA sphere will impact the sport.

Merab did Sneako worse than Strickland did 😭 pic.twitter.com/LEvd37MFMl

— Ben Davis (@BenTheBaneDavis) February 22, 2024