Merab Dvalishvili’s endless stream of funny videos and hilarious humor continues to entertain fans. During the UFC 311 podcast, he poked fun at Umar Nurmagomedov with his now-famous “Jacuzzi time” comment, referencing an old photo where members of Team Khabib were shirtless and packed into a jacuzzi. Recently, in an interview ahead of UFC 316, ‘The Machine’ aimed the Jacuzzi joke at Sean O’Malley.
Dvalishvili and O’Malley appear to be building toward a potential bantamweight title rematch in a rather unique way. Their first clash took place at UFC 306 last September. Dvalishvili dominated and took the belt from O’Malley, who was dealing with a torn labrum at the time. Since then, the two have developed a surprising camaraderie — even sharing a lighthearted jacuzzi photo. At a recent press conference, Dvalishvili said with a smile:
“I had a good time in the jacuzzi with Sean O’Malley. Hopefully, I’m going to win again, and we’re going to spend more time in the jacuzzi.”
"I had a good time in the jacuzzi with Sean O'Malley. Hopefully, I'm going to win again and we're going to spend more time in the jacuzzi." – Merab Dvalishvili pic.twitter.com/ZRg5aayGrG
— MMA Fighting (@MMAFighting) April 11, 2025
This time around, both fighters aren’t engaging in the same back-and-forth as they did before their first fight. Additionally, fans seem less interested, showing a lack of connection with the matchup.
Sean O’Malley Shuts Down Dana White Privilege Claims Hilariously
At the UFC 316 press conference, Sean O’Malley jokingly acknowledged the “Dana White privilege” claims by fist-bumping Dana White and saying, “Thanks, Dana,” which got laughs from the crowd. The term, originally coined by Tony Ferguson, refers to fighters allegedly getting special treatment.
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🗣️ Reporter: “Sean, some people say you’re getting Dana White privelege. What do you think about that.”
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) April 11, 2025
🗣️ Sean O’Malley: “Thanks Dana 🤜” 😭#UFC316pic.twitter.com/SHPPOq7ksr
Critics slammed O’Malley for getting a title shot without any wins since losing to Merab Dvalishvili. O’Malley fired back, explaining he fought injured last time, and now, fully healed, he promises a much better performance in the rematch.
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