UFC 306: Sean O’Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili weigh-in results, live stream

UFC 306: Sean O'Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili weigh-in results, live stream

As a seasoned combat sports enthusiast with over two decades of watching and analyzing fights under my belt, I can confidently say that UFC 306 is shaping up to be one heck of an event! The Sphere promises to deliver a spectacle like no other, especially in celebration of Mexican Independence Day.

On Saturday evening, Dana White intends to keep his word by presenting “the ultimate sporting event” to combat sports enthusiasts. This pay-per-view extravaganza, UFC 306, will unfold within the Sphere, featuring a variety of dramatic effects and performances honoring Mexican Independence Day.

At the headlining bout in UFC 306, Sean O’Malley gears up for his second defense of the bantamweight title after dominating Marlon ‘Chito’ Vera. O’Malley faces a fascinating contrast in tactics against Merab Dvalishvili, who intends to employ a grappling-focused strategy.

Dvalishvili initially struggled in the UFC, losing his first two fights, but then went on a winning streak of ten matches, with only one victory being a finish. On the other hand, O’Malley has suffered a single defeat inside the cage, and six out of his ten UFC wins have been knockouts or technical knockouts.

On September 14th, I’m all geared up for the co-main event – it’s the much-anticipated third fight for the women’s flyweight title! Remember back in March 2023 when Alexa Grasso stunned everyone by submitting Valentina Shevchenko? It was a moment that catapulted her to instant superstardom. But six months later, Shevchenko made a valiant effort to reclaim her crown, only to be denied by a close split-decision draw. Now, it’s time for the rubber match!

For approximately a year and a half, Grasso and Shevchenko have engaged in combat only with each other. These top-tier female fighters have become even more intertwined after they served as coaches on The Ultimate Fighter Season 32. Their paths are now leading towards the highly anticipated third encounter set for UFC 306, a battle that promises to be intense.

As a gamer, I’m really hyped about the upcoming featherweight showdown between Brian Ortega and Diego Lopes. Originally planned for UFC 303, their match was postponed when Ortega had to withdraw at the last second. But now, these top-tier 145-pounders are set to face off inside the Sphere, with a shot at entering the title race up for grabs!

On Saturday evening, I’m thrilled to be a part of the crowd cheering on Grasso – the lone Mexican-born contender vying for the title. Earlier in the night, UFC 306 promises an exciting lineup celebrating Mexico’s Independence Day weekend, featuring talented fighters like Daniel Zellhuber, Irene Aldana, Raul Rosas Jr, and many others.

Watch the UFC 306 weigh-ins live below:

UFC 306 weigh-in results

MAIN CARD (PPV, 10 p.m. ET)

Sean O’Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili – for the bantamweight title

Alexa Grasso vs. Valentina Shevchenko – for women’s flyweight title

Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes

Daniel Zellhuber vs. Esteban Ribovics

Ronaldo Rodriguez vs. Ode Osbourne

PRELIMINARY CARD (ESPNEWS/ESPN+, 7:00 p.m. ET)

Irene Aldana vs. Norma Dumont

Manuel Torres vs. Ignacio Bahamondes

Yazmin Jauregui vs. Ketlen Souza

Edgar Chairez vs. Joshua Van

Early PRELIMINARY CARD (ESPN+, 6:30 p.m. ET)

Raul Rosas Jr. vs. Aoriqileng

Watch the extended countdown video for UFC 306 below:

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