Have Abu Dhabi Authorities Arrested Usman Nurmagomedov and His Team Over Merab Dvalishvili Assault?
Usman Nurmagomedov, his brother Umar, and their team attacked former UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili earlier today in Abu Dhabi.
Usman approached “The Machine” from behind and slapped him, after which the rest of the group joined in and attacked the 35-year-old Georgian. However, one of Dvalishvili’s friends stole the spotlight for dropping three Russian fighters while defending himself and Dvalishvili.
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Usman Nurmagomedov Has Been Detained
After the incident, several media outlets reported that Usman and his team were detained by authorities in Abu Dhabi. TASS reported that everyone involved in the melee has been held for questioning. Mtavari reported that Umar, Usman, and others have already been arrested.
Home of Fight on X also reported the legal consequences those involved in the attack could face:
“Usman Nurmagomedov could face up to one year in prison or a fine of approximately $2,700 under Article 390 of UAE Federal Law No. 31 on Crimes and Penalties. The law can be applied WITHOUT a complaint from Merab Dvalishvili, based solely on video evidence. Police are currently questioning Usman, as well as the other individuals involved. If the police establish his guilt, he could face the aforementioned penalties. Additionally, under Article 392, an attack carried out by a group of three or more people is considered an aggravating circumstance.”
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As per Ariel Helwani, Merab Dvalishvili has not pressed charges, but the incident occurred in public, was captured and widely circulated, and everyone involved is now at the police station for interrogation.
Fans have called for strict action against the Dagestani fighters following their attack on Merab Dvalishvili. Some have even suggested that the UFC should not sign Usman and also ban Tagir Ulanbekov, Umar, and the other fighters involved in the melee.
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