MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom goes in-depth to break down the biggest fights in the UFC. Today, he takes a closer look at the UFC 311 co-main event between bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili and Umar Nurmagomedov . Merab Dvalishvili preview Merab Dvalishvili Staple info: Record: 18-4 MMA, 11-2 UFC Height: 5’6″ Age: 34 Weight: 135 lbs. Reach: 68″ Last fight: Decision win over Sean O’Malley (Sept. 14, 2024) Camp: Syndicate MMA/Serra-Longo (Las Vegas/New York) Stance/striking style: Orthodox/kickboxing Risk management: Good Supplemental info: + UFC bantamweight champion + Multiple sambo championships + Judo black belt + Amateur MMA accolades + 3 KO victories + 1 submission win + 1 first-round finish + Relentless pace and pressure + Steadily improved striking technique ^ Variates looks and levels + Strong inside the clinch ^ Works well from bodylock + Solid offensive wrestling ^ Chains attacks and scrambles well + Aggressive ground striker ^ Operates well in transition Umar Nurmagomedov preview Umar Nurmagomedov Staple info: 18-0 MMA, 6-0 UFC Height: 5’8″ Age: 29 Weight: 135 lbs