Merab Dvalishvili calls for Usman Nurmagomedov to be released as UFC star breaks silence
Merab Dvalishvili has called for Usman Nurmagomedov and his crew to be released from custody after reports claimed the six defendants have been sentenced to six months in prison.
Dvalishvili and his friend Saba Lazishvili were ambushed in shocking footage shared by Ilia Topuria on Wednesday night, with the pair left bloodied following an attack from Nurmagomedov and his crew in an Abu Dhabi hotel lobby.
It then emerged that all those involved in the brawl were detained, before RAF - whom Dvalishvili is wrestling for on Saturday - confirmed he had been released.
Lazishvili was also let off with a fine and instated as the opponent for Urijah Faber instead of Nurmagomedov's brother Umar.
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The National confirmed that six-month prison sentences were handed out to six defendants, who were also further punished with a fine of Dh300,000 (£61,719).
They were charged with "disturbing public security, causing panic and endangering lives".
Another individuals arrested were also been sentenced to six months in prison, as well as both being fined and ordered to be deported because they captured the incident on film.
Dvalishvili has commented for the first time since his release and despite the animosity, called for everyone involved to be released as he stressed he "would not press charges".
On X, the former UFC bantamweight champion wrote: "Just want to let everyone know I have been released and I am good, healthy and ready to go. I want to thank everyone in Abu Dhabi for your help in resolving this matter. I love visiting Abu Dhabi and am happy to be welcomed. I do hope that they release everyone - I would not press charges. I want peace and the best for all. Thanks everyone for your love and support."
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Topics: UFC
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