Dvalishvili vs Sandhagen Prediction
👊 On October 5, Las Vegas will host UFC 320. In the co-main event, bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili steps into the octagon. The Georgian will face off against American Cory Sandhagen. What can we expect from the "Icebreaker" in his latest title defense? Find out in our editorial's prediction!
H2H Stats Fights and Previous Results
Merab Dvalishvili Player Overview
Merab Dvalishvili, the 34-year-old Georgian fighter, boasts an impressive 20-4 record and is renowned for his relentless cardio. Currently at the peak of his form, he is riding a 13-fight winning streak. In August 2024, Dvalishvili claimed the UFC Bantamweight Championship by defeating Sean O'Malley. In 2025, he successfully defended his title twice, securing victories over Umar Nurmagomedov and in a rematch with O'Malley. The "Icebreaker" last fought in June at UFC 316.
Match Results: Merab Dvalishvili
Cory Sandhagen Player Overview
The 33-year-old Cory Sandhagen (USA, 18-5) is a gifted striker who has been eyeing a title fight since January 2018, finally achieving this goal after seven and a half years. On his journey to the top, he faced setbacks against three UFC champions-Aljamain Sterling, TJ Dillashaw, and Petr Yan-as well as Umar Nurmagomedov, who was also a title contender. In May 2025, Sandhagen secured a decisive victory over Deiveson Figueiredo, paving the way for his title clash with Dvalishvili.
Match Results: Cory Sandhagen
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Merab Dvalishvili
Dvalishvili on the upcoming fight:
"I'm aiming for a knockout victory as I've been focusing on my striking skills lately. The fight will likely unfold on the feet. I want to do everything possible to win, but regardless of the outcome, I'll be happy. I'll give it my all. Even if he beats me, I'll be glad for him; he's a great opponent."
Cory Sandhagen
Sandhagen on the upcoming fight:
"I can knock out Merab, I can make him submit. I won't tire over five rounds, and my grappling is a thousand times better than any of his previous opponents. Right now, I feel unbeatable."
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Sandhagen is one of the most dangerous and versatile strikers in the division, wielding sharp knees and elbows. Meanwhile, Merab is renowned as a true "cardio machine," constantly pressuring opponents and threatening with takedowns. The Georgian is undoubtedly favored. However, we would avoid betting on the outcome of this matchup. A more intriguing option lies in the number of rounds. Considering that 3 of Cory's last 4 fights have gone to decision, and Dvalishvili has seen 5 of his last 6 reach the judges, a bet on over 4.5 rounds seems like an excellent choice for this clash.
