Merab Dvalishvili is a Georgian and American professional mixed martial artist who rose to fame as a competitor in the bantamweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Merab Dvalishvili Biography
| Real Name | Merab Dvalishvili |
| Nickname | Merab Dvalishvili The Machine |
| Profession | Mixed martial artist |
| Date of Birth | 10 January 1991 |
| Age | 34 years (As of 2025) |
| Birth Place | Tbilisi, Georgian SSR, Soviet Union |
| Nationality | Georgian and American |
| Hometown | Tbilisi, Georgian SSR, Soviet Union |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
| Ethnicity | Caucasian |
| Religion | Eastern Orthodox Christianity |
| Hobbies | Swimming, horseriding |
| Social Media | Instagram X (Twitter) |
Education Qualification
| School | Update soon |
| College | Update soon |
| Education Qualification | Degree in physical education |
Merab Dvalishvili Age
Merab Dvalishvili was born on 10 January 1991 in Vani village, Tbilisi, Georgia (then-Soviet USSR). He is 34 years old as of 2025, and his zodiac sign is Capricorn.
Merab Dvalishvili Relationships
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Update soon |
| Spouse/Wife | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
Merab Dvalishvili Family
| Father’s Name | Amiran Dvalishvili |
| Mother’s Name | Darejan Davlishvili |
| Brother’s Name | Not known |
| Sister’s Name | Not known |
Career
| Debut | Amateur – 14 July 2012 against Orlando Torres Professional – 24 January 2014 against Darren Mima |
| Trainer/ Mentor | Ray Longo Matt Serra |
| Rank | Black belt in Judo |
| Award | 2018 – Fight of the Night 2021 – Performance of the Night 2024 – UFC Bantamweight Championship 2025 – Fight of the Night |
Merab Dvalishvili Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 168 cm In meters – 1.68 m In feet & inches – 5’6” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 61 kg In pounds – 135 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Body Measurements | Chest – 42 Waist – 32 Biceps – 12 |
Merab Dvalishvili Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $2 Million (As of 2025) |
| Annual Income (approx) | $500,000 (as of 2025) |
| Salary (approx) | Update soon |
| Income Source | Prize money, salary, endorsement, etc. |
Some Lesser Facts About Merab Dvalishvili
- Merab Dvalishvili was born in Tbilisi in Soviet Georgia and grew up in an independent Georgia.
- He started training traditional wrestling, traditional fighting, sambo, and judo for self-defense at a young age.
- He moved to the United States when he was 21 years old to become a professional MMA fighter.
- Once in America, he began to train under Ray Longo and Matt Serra.
- Merab Dvalishvili started his MMA career in 2014.
- On June 2, 2017, he matchup against Raufeon Stots and won this contest via spinning backfist KO 15 seconds.
- After winning against Raufeon Stots, he was awarded a contract by UFC President Dana White.
- He made his UFC debut on December 9, 2017, against Frankie Saenz at UFC Fight Night: Swanson vs. Ortega.
- Dvalishvili faced Marlon Moraes on September 25, 2021 at UFC 266.
- He is known for having exceptional cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance.
- Merab Dvalishvili became a naturalized American citizen in March of 2024.
- Prior to becoming a full-time fighter, Merab Dvalishvili worked in construction.
- He has close friendship and training relationship with fellow UFC fighter, Aljamain Sterling.
FAQ:
How old is Merab Dvalishvili?
34 years (As of 2025)
What is Merab Dvalishvili net worth?
As of 2025, Merab Dvalishvili’s estimated net worth is $2 Million.
Who is Merab Dvalishvili’s wife?
He is not married and likely single now.
What nationality is Merab Dvalishvili?
Merab Dvalishvili has both Georgian and American citizenship.
What is Merab Dvalishvili’s UFC ranking?
As of March 2025, Merab’s UFC Men’s pound-for-pound ranking is No. 4.