Usman Nurmagomedov's friend sends chilling message to Merab Dvalishvili after prison sentences handed out

Usman Nurmagomedov's friend Akhmed Gadzhimagomedov has sent a chilling message verbally dismantling Merab Dvalishvili after a slew of prison sentences were reportedly handed out for the violence in Abu Dhabi.

On Wednesday night, shocking footage shared by former UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria showed Nurmagomedov, cousin of UFC legend Khabib, attacking Dvalishvili in an Abu Dhabi hotel lobby.

Nurmagomedov struck Dvalishvili, before his team set upon the Georgian and his friend Saba Lazishvili in chaotic scenes.

Dvalishvili, who quickly reacted on social media, was filming an interview for the upcoming RAF event for which he is participating in, Nurmagomedov slapped Dvalishvili and all hell broke loose.

It has since been confirmed by RAF that Dvalishvili has been released from a detention centre and cleared to compete in his scheduled contest against Marlon Moraes.

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The feud between the Dagestanis and Dvalishvili is a long-running one and involves Gadzhimagomedov, who was slapped by the former UFC bantamweight champion in a heated incident at an RAF Georgia event back in July.

Usman Nurmagomedov verbally attacks Merab Dvalishvili in scathing statement

Both men gave different versions of what went down and the animosity continued, leading to Wednesday's wild scenes.

On Friday, Gadzhimagomedov posted a lengthy statement on the situation where he explained his side of the story - alleging that Dvalishvili insulted his mother as was claimed by Islam Makhachev.

He then proceeded to deny claims he accepted an apology from Dvalishvili, who he accused of no longer being Georgian as he pledged for the conflict to be resolved "sooner or later".

On Instagram, he wrote: "I see a lot of false information circulating, and I want to clarify what happened in Georgia.

"At the press conference, I approached Merab to talk to him and started by saying, ‘Brother...’ But he hit me and insulted my mother in Georgian. Later, someone translated what he had said to me. He never apologized for those words, and that's something I will never forgive anyone for!

"After that, we met in an elevator, where he was boldly talking to me while standing behind security guards. I told him, ‘You and I are not finished yet.’ His brother, who was with him, heard that too.

Those who claim that I forgave him for his filthy language and that Usman acted dishonorably are spreading lies. That's just Merab's fans making things up!

"Knowing how popular he is in Georgia, I didn't escalate the situation or record any videos. I also avoided interviews to prevent an ethnic conflict. But today, Merab's side has crossed every line and is trying to portray him as a hero. That's why I feel it's necessary to speak out.

"Since that day, I've been looking for an opportunity to meet Merab and hold him accountable for his words. But my brothers got to him before I did and did what any man would do when his family is insulted.

"I understand that he stopped being Georgian a long time ago. The principles of manhood and the traditions of the Caucasian peoples mean nothing to him anymore. But Georgians who actually live in the Caucasus understand these values very well.

"If you're so determined to defend him, don't forget to explain to him what the words ‘GUEST’ and ‘MOTHER’ mean in the Caucasus, and what happens to those who insult someone else's honor.

"Our ancestors used to cut off heads for such things. He only received a few slaps to the back of his head.

"Finally, I want to say that I respect Georgia and the Georgian people.

"Merab does not represent all of Georgia, just as Akhmed, Usman, and Umar do not represent all of Dagestan.

"Stop turning entire peoples against one another. This is a conflict between us, and sooner or later, we will resolve it.”

Prison sentences handed out as six defendants punished for Merab Dvalishvili incident

In a crazy twist, Umar Nurmagomedov, brother of Usman, was replaced in his bout against Urijah Faber by rookie Lazishvili - who was also released along with Dvalishvili.

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The National confirmed that six-month prison sentences were handed out to six defendants, who were also fined Dh300,000 (£61,719) by the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department after "disturbing public security, causing panic and endangering lives".

Ariel Helwani clarified that the six defendants are from Team Nurmagomedov, who will be deported upon release.

A further two individuals arrested were also been sentenced to six months in prison, as well as both being fined and ordered to be deported because they filmed the melee.

A total of 10 arrests were mate but it was Dvalishvili and Lazishvili who were released after a fine.

UFC president Dana White slammed the brawl as "ridiculous" and "stupid", branding those involved as "a bunch of idiots".