Merab Dvalishvili: Net worth| Ethnicity| How tall is record

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Early Life & Ethnicity

Merab Dvalishvili was born on January 10, 1991, in Vani village near Tbilisi, Georgia (then Georgian SSR, Soviet Union).
He is ethnically Caucasian / Georgian — originally Georgian, and in March 2024 he became a naturalized citizen of the United States, now holding dual Georgian-American nationality.

As of 2025, many sources estimate his net worth between USD 1.8 million and USD 2.5 million.
Some profiles put a more conservative estimate around USD 1.5–2.0 million.
His income stems from a mix of fight purses, performance bonuses, endorsement deals, and occasional earnings from social media or appearances.

Professional debut: January 24, 2014.
Competes in the Bantamweight division of the UFC.
As of late 2025, his MMA record stands at approximately 21 wins and 4 losses.
A distinguishing trait: Dvalishvili holds the record for the most takedowns in UFC history (117 successful takedowns) — a testament to his wrestling-heavy style and relentless pace.
Known for his “machine-like” cardio, pressure, and grappling — often overwhelming opponents with pace rather than relying solely on striking power.

Dvalishvili is widely regarded as the first Georgian-born UFC champion, making history with his ascent in the bantamweight division.
As of 2025, he remains among the top bantamweights in UFC and is often ranked high in pound-for-pound lists.
His humility — from once working construction before fighting to now defending titles — resonates with fans globally, adding to his popularity both inside and outside the cage.

Estimates of net worth vary because they depend heavily on undisclosed sources: fight purses, bonuses, sponsorships, social media deals, and fluctuating endorsement income.
MMA records may change — some sources list 18 wins, others 21 — depending on whether earlier regional, non-UFC fights are counted or if recent fights have happened.
Reach, height, and weight are fairly consistent across reliable sources (like UFC & ESPN), making his physical stats fairly solid.

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