Did Merab Cement Himself As The 135lb GOAT? | Full UFC 311 Breakdown

[@thatindiandude4602]

Hey man, it was so heartwarming to read so many Georgians call you brother. And it is so rare to witness true brotherhood. The path to sucess is longer when traveled through a more righteous path but you and Merab being friends despite all the headwinds is inspiring to see

[@kg.o.o.d3024]

​@@thatindiandude4602 we love aljo in georgia

[@2pock]

Ok panjeet

[@kg.o.o.d3024]

Wtf is panjeet

[@2pock]

@@kg.o.o.d3024 thatindiandude

[@1wa83n]

​@2pock why you being racist to him bro he didn't do anything 😂

[@drumcircler]

Merab and Aljo, Brochamps! Just remember, 90% of your haters have lost money doubting you. Poor dopes.

[@JayBobert-h1l]

@@drumcircler holy cringe 😂😂

[@Hdhsbdbdd3747]

not gonna lie I lost big money on aljo vs movsar 😢

[@danInRealife]

​@@JayBobert-h1l nah facts

[@danInRealife]

​@@Hdhsbdbdd3747 They were pushing mosavar. I knew no matter what, if that fight went to a decision, they weren't gonna let Aljo win. 💯

[@CombatSportsInsider]

@@JayBobert-h1l Cringe about what? cousin love?

[@brandonbey8878]

Aljo and Merab a real brotherhood for the start. Never sold out for money. And made eachother better. Look at them now! Congratulations fellas. Yall deserve this.

[@ratikonjaria7648]

Much respect from Georgia, none of it would be possible without you, Aljo you are the man! 🇬🇪🇺🇸

[@Ronaldinho-Magic10]

Aljoo My man much love and respect from Georgia❤️🇬🇪 You’re always welcome here🇬🇪

[@KylerIsRad]

Unless he beats Topuria

[@danInRealife]

​@@KylerIsRad 🫢🤭

[@James-712]

The Dagestani counter has finally been found... Travel to the other side of the mountain to Georgia. Umar need to go Georgia 2-3 years and forget

[@AlternateMichael]

Or take a screw ton of EPO to be a cardio machine but yes going to Georgia to get your wrestling up is a must. Lol this paparika domination thing is crazy

[@nikajaliashvili1346]

@@AlternateMichael can u cry harder ?

[@cybermoose602]

@@nikajaliashvili1346 he would if he had any tears left lmao we ragdolled his boy, of course he's salty

[@dawgmf3477]

@@AlternateMichaelDOMINATED 50-45’d we defeated umar with ease😂😂

[@Luis82388]

Dont give your kids to Muay Thai school.

[@Ttt23594]

You had a huge role in sucess merab had, thank you and respect from georgia brother

[@LiquidJay]

Let’s gooooooo

[@Shayzare]

Love the comradery Between Aljo and Merab brothers for life

[@Russia-UkraineWar-ns6oo]

Respect from Georgia to our brother Aljo ❤️

[@deandip4961]

Bruh as someone who has 0 friends, it’s genuinely inspiring to see how close you are with Merab while at the highest echelon of a particular sport. Well done to the Serra-longo team fr fr.

[@1wa83n]

Dang, hopefully you can make some friends soon. I can kinda relate because I am having to flee my country soon and I don't know if I will be able to make new friends cause I was in high-school so it was easy but now in a new country it may be difficult

[@Loco5919]

@@1wa83nGod bless 🙏

[@Loco5919]

Keep ya head up bro 🙏

[@levexalevexa2330]

Huge respect and love from Georgia Aljo 🇬🇪❤️🇯🇲

[@StrengthanHonoR]

'Want to improve your cardio? Get yourself a Merab..' - Aljo Sterling

[@richmindset1259]

Always been a fan I respect u so much aljo like this guy had a fight a month ago lost but still went to help his friend out in camp what u and Merab have is real money couldn’t get between you can’t wait to see u back real fighter and friend

[@FunkMasterUFC]

I appreciate the words 🙏🏾

[@Yurdd2001]

You and merab never took the bait like Jorge & Colby did. The Ufc tried to turn you guys against each other but you guys stuck together and now you guys are on top!

[@ratigiorgobiani210]

Svan man, Georgians don't worry about Merab, we know he's got a one of a kind friend. Please try to come to Georgia again.

[@omarisawesome1996]

The body shots of merab in round 4 were so good

[@Bigsoldier41]

Nobodies hits them Dags wit body shots dat & cardio their weakness. Plus being a power puncher. Can Illia beat Islam ???? 😂

[@anonymous-vy8lz]

@Bigsoldier41 ilia will smoke islam in 1st round

[@tamaskakabadze437]

@Bigsoldier41 Ilia will send Islam to Gergia 3 year and forget.

[@FunkMasterUFC]

He killed in training with that and told him those will slow him down big time. Wish he got land the one he landed on me warming up lol. OUCH!

[@IsabellaIsBack.]

Respect to our brother Aljo❤🇬🇪🙏god bless you!

[@zotirides9293]

People think Merab lacks skills to finish his opponents but they forget that he is fighting higestl level opponents...

[@bhumihar-z8o]

islam is fighting top guys too he is finishing everyone olivera porier volk

[@jayso4231]

@@bhumihar-z8ooh brother give your throat a break no one said anything about Islam 😂😂 you dagastani dickriders just find a way to bring khabib and Islam into every conversation

[@JoeyDediashvili]

@@bhumihar-z8o just statistically speaking it’s much easier to finish a fight at 155 vs 135. Just physics.

[@bhumihar-z8o]

@JoeyDediashvili nah o malley was finishing everyone and knocking everyone down atleast

[@zotirides9293]

@@bhumihar-z8o Islam is P4P n1 for a reason

[@davidbell4626]

CONGRATULATION to you and your team

[@knobblyknob]

Merab is long overdue a holiday. He should take the maximum amount of time now to recover fully, take advantage of sponsorship deals and work out some of his long term goals. He is the GOAT, it's undeniable, we Knew it, you knew we, now world knows it. Amazing work.

[@episode677]

Bro Love You From GE 🇬🇪 ❤

[@dadimadh4528]

I can't imagine the pressure Aljo & Merab have to fight each other. Friendship über alles. Great examples!

[@naturoidz2714]

Aljo looks more ecstatic his teamate winning than his wins lolsss

[@TNeyes]

Big fan of both you and Merab, Aljo! Your friendship and support for each other is a thing of beauty. Two of the Top 3 bantamweights 💪🏼

[@Riverajr95]

This weekend, it was awesome to see you back Merab up just like he backed u up for ur shot man thats why its extra special when you keep up with the journey before the fight

[@luzgeldres6464]

Aljo I love the brotherhood and love between you and Merab, God bless you both❤

[@RollingDeuces22]

merab shout u out a lot bro, homies 4 life

[@RatsssOnaaaaaa]

Aljo, thank you for everything you’ve done for us. Georgia loves you, and it will always be your home🇬🇪❤️

[@CantEditDaTruth]

56:36 for once i agree with jake. jamahal didn’t look the same after the acl at all. zero quick step zero explosiveness and he had the knee sleeves on

[@kevincloonan9787]

Run it back with Umar.. It was one of the best title fights in that division ever. It was a razor close fight. And don't say he didn't deserve it, he did.

[@Calmzat]

First off Congrats Aljo you were right Merabs cardio was the difference. But and I’m keeping the same energy as before Umar can beat Merab he didn’t get blown out like past opponents did he’ll be back and he will be ready.

[@GiorgiNavrozashvili-kl5vw]

Thank you Aljo from Sakarvelo and Georgians❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏💥💥💥💥 Good luck brother❤️

[@boomshot24]

i know it wouldnt happen but aljo getting in a camp with the khabib group would be amazing content just like DJ did seeing great athletes rolling and drilling was amazing to see

[@jeje4042]

LOV THIS PODCAST ALJO & CO!!!!!!! And your breakdowns are so good! When you stop fighting Aljo pls be a Coach and keep up this pod! WELL DONE MERAB btw……..and yes! You both stuffed it up the UFC’s bacside. Well done for not caving under the pressure of that huge machine!

[@FunkMasterUFC]

Haha thank you 🙏🏾

[@spongekez]

Love the relationship between you and Merab. Thats not team mates thats brothers 🙏♥️

[@mrmiyagi7388]

The "no pause" at 20:18 is CRAZY WORK😂😂

[@DameDollaa8]

Amazing work aljo! Mr funkmaster 🙏🏽

[@geog569]

Merab -Aljo, the whole of Georgia is proud of you🎉

[@kiezersosay49]

They brought in DJ, cejudo, and even made that kid Merab took under his wing betray him. They made him have a quick turnaround(like aldjo) and deprived Merab of the PI building. NONE OF IT WAS ENOUGH. MERAB KHABIB'D UMAR. MERAB CRUSHED LITTLE EAGLE. MERAB STIFLED FATHER'S PLAN. All hail the bantamweight G.O.A.T Merab Dvalishvili!

[@bijosn]

Fathers plan has been bettered by Merab and Aljos plan

[@progenheat9279]

@@kiezersosay49 The Machine!!!

[@FaithTV53]

@@bijosn hahaha fathers plan? was for islam to become champ after Khabib mate, and umar will become champ too u guys think so highly and put the nurmagemedovs on such a pedestal that one loss and u think father plan is done.

[@bijosn]

@@FaithTV53 no, fathers plan is also the style of fighting they have. Pipe down little abdul.

[@flipperboy2754]

There’s no debate. Merab is the undeniable GOAT.

[@giorgikereselidze3214]

Aljoo u always in our heart bro cheers from tbilisi ❤

[@user_jh7]

merab said after the fight that aljo is better than him, it means how aljo good is omally also said before that he thinks aljo is best in the bentemweight

[@slat4L]

People still disrespecting islam cuz Charles and arman pulling out lol it’s okay when he takes Silva record and gets second belt they’ll have nothing left

[@kevinkordzadze7654]

Aljo come back to Georgia brother. Let’s celebrate with good wine and good people 🇬🇪🇬🇪🇬🇪🔥🔥🔥

[@nikoucha]

Thank you Aljo my brother you are one of us ❤️❤️❤️🇬🇪🇬🇪🇬🇪

[@LukaImerlishvili-jr2fj]

Thank you ❤️🇬🇪

[@Darksagan]

It was even going into the 5th not a flush he's definitely world class and just needs to fix a few things. But Merab is machine and cardio is his best weapon. Great night of fights.

[@bijosn]

Congrats to you and Merab, great job.

[@vancepants3812]

Jake, Vegas sets a line, based on where the money is going the odds change, the odds are designed to capitalize on failed hype.

[@yarmazanashviliilia]

Big Respect From GEORGIA Champ !

[@official_liberal_chungus7825]

Love from Georgia my brother 🇬🇪🇬🇪🇬🇪❤️❤️❤️

[@daviddonadze221]

Merab didn’t just defeat Umar, he absolutely dismantled him. He dragged him out of the comfort of his Jacuzzi and straight into the unforgiving depths of the Mariana Trench, where he toyed with him like a deep-sea predator. Umar had no chance against The Machine. Let’s go, Merab! Relentless doesn’t even begin to describe him! 💪💪💪💪💪💪💪

[@timurjack8773]

48-47 decision after Umar broke his hand 😂 Check the stats Umar outstrike Merab in many rounds and did more damage.

[@daviddonadze221]

@ let’s go Machine 💪💪💪

[@daviddonadze221]

@ it’s a fight genius. You will get hurt. That’s what happens when u fight Machine. 💪💪💪

[@hanoitripper1809]

@@timurjack8773umar is a bum his strike defence is ducking his head into Merabs punch 🤣

[@flipperboy2754]

The whole “Islam only fights featherweights” narrative is restarded.

[@jakethesnake4971]

So what you're saying is raging Al should be the number one pound for pound lightweight champ right now. I agree with that

[@pjshock7101]

Congratulations to both of you guys

[@markdavis8430]

Let’s go aljo been waiting on this ✊✊✌️✌️

[@abukhidirov6362]

You got to run it back with Umar . If it was for showboating half the fight it was a lot closer fight then what Merab sold it and Umar with broken finger . Rematch

[@JokerzGallery]

Islam is next level. He could win the 170 title tomorrow, vs anyone in that division. If Strickland wins the 185, I think Islam destroys him if he had 3 months to bulk up

[@itsPerception]

Before the fight I didn't understand ppl underestimating Merab. He is something else and has always shown himself to be on another level. You guys are the elite of the elite. Congrats on the win

[@hanoitripper1809]

brainwashed by the surname 😂

[@FunkMasterUFC]

He’s a work horse!

[@trash-o5417]

Merab's last 5 wins alone make him the goat of bantamweight. who does he even fight after this? hes beat everyone easily.

[@ryu-ken]

Merab's run is kinda insane

[@KoltenTVC]

WE did it

[@interestedparty7523]

Love Aljo. Love Merab. They're real.

[@pepsicola5527]

Just dropped in to say, congrats to Merab, you and the team. I am on team Umar but Merab showed his cardio is the thing to beat in the 135 division. This fight wasn’t boring neither because Merab used his striking more and actually tried to KO Umar. Nice read on the dipping his head to the left when he would anticipate the takedown or fight in the pocket. Made me feel Merab would catch him in the later rounds with that punch. Umar needs to fix that. I had three fights wrong on the whole card from top to bottom. These fight were Nakamura (loss), Talbott (loss) and Umar (loss).

[@mikeypiezzo]

Rule of thumb. Do not bet against the Machine. Period and end.

[@extracrispy9229]

I’ve been saying Merab could get this done since the fight was made. The way people talk you would think Merab doesn’t know how to throw a punch but he’s fought the best strikers in the world and kept up with all of them. Merab has fought and beat Sean O’Malley petr yan and Jose Aldo but Umar was going to chin him? Yeah right. Congrats to you and Merab stood on business won your way and both of you are top Bantam weights ever. I hope you get that Ortega fight the scrambles would be amazing!

[@xguizax]

ALL YALL OWE ALJO AND MERAB AN APOLOGY!!!

[@BurnerBall]

Huge credit to Merab. That was a great fight.

[@jamesmcfarland6754]

Yes. Merab is a beast

[@petertoatley5465]

I always believe in this team. Ups and downs.

[@braveheart6424]

Conor was a former featherweight Dustin former featherweigh Charles former featherweight All the top lightweights competetd in feather weight division before That doesn't discredited Makhachevs resume

[@bobchin7066]

Aljo you acting like Renato wasn’t training for a fight they both was on short notice

[@logobogo578]

My cousin made 100$ from meraby thank you aljo🐐🙏

[@jiraiya1231]

Movsar beats merab dvalishvili 🚨

[@ertjg]

if you want cardio, cut all sugar like movsar to rely only on ketones (you'll lose explosiveness though, that's a tradeoff)

[@aprazoh]

I had a feeling Merab was gonna win i should’ve bet 😭

[@Coldgunslinger]

I did bet, then right before the fight I tried to place an even bigger bet but I never confirmed the slip! Still made some easy money though.

[@zurabkhvistani5550]

Aljo, maybe you will say what Merab was not able to explain. The thing is that in Georgia the greatest insult is when you call someone coward. In Caucasus generally but especially in Georgia. The same concerns to mentioning someone’s mother… You as a good friend of Georgians should know that. Many people still ask why Merab accused Umar in disrespecting and Merab couldn’t explain. So this is the answer.

[@michaelsparks6719]

I swear we on the same page i posted these comments b4 you said the stuff wth lets go

[@CorporateSmitty]

I knew Aljo and Merab were the truth for years now it’s nice everybody finally catching up

[@michaelsparks6719]

How am i the only guy on the planet that wants to see ALJO VS ISLAM

[@bglonti9393]

You are great men..and good friend.

[@hanoitripper1809]

Awesome win Merab deserved it!

[@sandrovaro]

GOLD BLESS!!!

[@mikethetas]

Aljo you're not beating Volk even if he steps in in 1 day notice against you

[@Geo2424-o9o]

respect bro 🐺🇬🇪

[@Loco5919]

BROTHER YOU ARE A GEORGIAN BROTHER YOU CAN COME TO MOUNTAINS BROTHER ✝️ 🏔️ 🇬🇪

[@sandrobakuridze8676]

love you very much in georgia bro you are now official georgia by soul and heart you are our brother ❤❤

[@alexbirminghan9332]

Charles is coming off of a win , not a loss.

[@tengomekhrishvili]

Aljo, ჩვენი ძმა ხარ სამუდამოდ ❤️❤️🇬🇪🇬🇪🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇬🇪🇬🇪❤️❤️

[@richardalexis3125]

Send Umar to Georgia 2-3 years and forget

[@timurjack8773]

Merab is living in USA, and become better in USA by training with Sterling. Evloev beat Sterling.

[@mrmiyagi7388]

😂😂😂

[@ItsOnPaper]

Bro said Charles is coming off a loss 🤣

[@impetus9532]

Merab is 1,000% better than Aljo. If you’re looking for a cure for insomnia, just watch one of Aljo’s fights-boring as hell. Meanwhile, Shugga not only destroyed Aljo but also shattered his confidence!

[@offthepageontoscreen5767]

ALJO GOT THE LIFETIME PLATINUM PASS TO ANY GEORGIAN COOKOUT

[@FunkMasterUFC]

Haha thank you sir

[@MohammedAbdullah-ir9gn]

Congrats to Merab, he's insane.

[@southside1975]

Merab is a beast I was jumping out my chair

[@გიორგიშარაშენიძე]

Merab and Aljo true Champs 🇬🇪🇬🇪🇬🇪

[@jakethesnake4971]

Aljo, you should rename the podcast "with that being said." Lol obviously poking fun (no diddy) I couldn't even put a few sentences together for a podcast so I'm totally just clownin

[@ElijahAdams-vi2iw]

Congratulations to Merab. I like him a lot as a fighter and as a person, but Umar did prove that he was a worthy contender. He did better than O'Malley, Cehudo and Yan. Merab was trying to avoid him, and the claims that Yan, OMalley and Figueiredo were more worthy contenders (on the basis of their skills, which is the only thing that counts) were proven to be bullshit. You guys owe him an apology. Professional cowardice and entitlement were the only rational reasons for your behaviour.

[@joeswanson5486]

Islam-khabib now merab-Aljo. Maybe being best friends is best base for MMA

[@StrengthanHonoR]

Like any other business, people will sell you out. Loyalty is priceless, and a more stable base to grow Alot of the top fighters dont trust anyone when they train, from bad experiences. Really is important to work with people you trust for so many reasons

[@Whit3WolfXArcadia]

Merab doing the unthinkable again 🎉🎉