Beyond The Main Event: Is Merab Dvalishvili The True P4P King at UFC 320?
In a sport where narratives are built around knockout power and main event clashes, sometimes the most compelling story unfolds just below the surface. At UFC 320, while the world watches the high-stakes light heavyweight title rematch between Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira, the co-main event features a man who might be on the cusp of true greatness.
Merab Dvalishvili has already cleaned out a murderers’ row of contenders in the bantamweight division, a feat his championship-level resume proves. Yet, in the latest episode of Ringside Report MMA, hosts Dave Simon and Fred Garcia posed a question that will ignite debate among every fight fan: Could “The Machine” already be the best pound-for-pound fighter on the planet?
Our hosts didn’t pull any punches, offering a breakdown that goes beyond the numbers to get to the heart of what makes Dvalishvili so special. From his relentless cardio and suffocating pressure to his strategic evolution as a mixed martial artist, the case for Merab is more than compelling—it’s undeniable.
Read on as we delve into the full, no-holds-barred analysis from the Ringside Report MMA crew. They break down not only the Dvalishvili vs. Sandhagen co-main, but also the main event and the rest of the UFC 320 card, including their official parlay picks for your betting slips.
UFC Noche: The Stakes, The Story, & Our Betting Picks for Lopes vs. Silva
The UFC Noche card might not have the star power of recent events, but as the Ringside Report MMA crew discovered, it’s packed with high-stakes matchups and compelling betting opportunities. In this episode, Dave Simon, Fred Garcia, and AJ D’Alesio broke down the most intriguing fights, from the main event’s “battle for Mexico” to crucial title picture implications and surprising underdog picks.
While the featherweight main event between Diego Lopes and Jean Silva took center stage, the team started by debating the fallout from last weekend’s event in France. With Nassourdine Imavov’s impressive victory over Caio Borralho, the middleweight division is in the spotlight. Did Imavov earn a title shot against Khamzat Chimaev? The crew was split, leading to a heated discussion on whether to prioritize activity or perfect matchmaking in the sport.
We also dive deep into the supporting card, where our experts reveal their official betting slips. Could a savvy bet on veteran Rob Font or a massive underdog like Dustin Stoltzfus lead to a big payday? Read on for the full breakdown and see if our predictions match yours.
UFC Paris: Borralho vs. Imavov Title Shot Implications, Parlay Picks & A Scathing Grappling Critique
This Saturday’s UFC Paris event is more than just a fight night—it’s a potential inflection point for the entire middleweight division. With Khamzat Chimaev awaiting his next challenger, the main event between Nassourdine Imavov and Caio Borralho could determine who gets the next title shot.
But the Ringside Report crew isn’t just focused on the main event. In a scorching critique, Fred Garcia takes aim at the flawed quintet tournament format that is “boring” fans and leading to draws, arguing for a return to a more traditional style of grappling competition.
Meanwhile, everyone is talking about Tony Ferguson. After years of watching him endure a brutal losing streak, fans were overjoyed to see “El Cucuy” score a knockout in his Misfits Boxing debut. The win was so big, it has fight fans clamoring for his return to the UFC.
Dive into our full breakdown for expert analysis, bold parlay picks from Dave Simon, and a closer look at what the results from Paris could mean for the future of the UFC.
UFC 310 Preview | Pantoja vs. Asakura, Underdogs, and Unbeaten Contenders
Forget the usual suspects, UFC 310 is throwing the rulebook out the window! A newcomer gets a title shot straight out the gate, undefeated rising stars clash in a potential fight-of-the-year, and a heavyweight rematch could rewrite the script. Pantoja vs. Asakura? More like a wild card showdown. Garry vs. Rakhmonov? Get ready for fireworks. Plus, Gane and Volkov are back to settle the score, and don’t sleep on the undercard where legends and rising contenders collide. This ain’t your average fight night, folks. This is UFC 310, and it’s going to be a wild ride.