Fri. Sep 5th, 2025

UFC 316: Dvalishvili vs O’Malley – Bantamweight Title Preview

Merab Dvalishvili and Sean O`Malley are scheduled to compete for the UFC Bantamweight Championship at UFC 316. This highly anticipated five-round title contest will take place in Newark, New Jersey, featuring two top athletes vying for dominance in the division.

Merab `The Machine` Dvalishvili boasts a professional mixed martial arts record of 19 wins against just four losses. He recently secured a significant victory over Umar Nurmagomedov and is aiming to continue his impressive winning streak. Sean `Suga` O`Malley is recognized for his potent striking, having finished more than half of his opponents by knockout throughout his career.

Merab Dvalishvili vs Sean O`Malley Betting Odds

  • Favorite: Merab Dvalishvili : 1.4 (-275)
  • Underdog: Sean O`Malley : 3.4 (+240)
Method of Victory Merab Dvalishvili Sean O`Malley
By KO/TKO or disqualification 13.0 (+1200) 6.8 (+575)
By decision or technical decision 1.7 (-143) 7.0 (+600)

Merab Dvalishvili enters the fight as the betting favorite with odds of 1.4 (-275). A $100 bet on Dvalishvili would yield a profit of approximately $36. Sean O`Malley is the underdog, listed at 3.4 (+240), meaning a $100 wager could result in a profit of $240. The odds indicate that a win by decision for Dvalishvili is considered the most probable outcome at 1.7 (-143). Sean O`Malley`s odds for a knockout win (6.8 or +575) are higher than his odds for a decision victory (7.0 or +600), reflecting his reputation as a finisher. A knockout win by Dvalishvili is seen as highly improbable, with steep odds of 13.0 (+1200). Betting patterns suggest strong confidence in Dvalishvili`s ability to grind out a victory via the judges` scorecards, while O`Malley presents a higher-risk, higher-reward option for bettors predicting a finish.

How and Where to Watch the Fight

The Merab Dvalishvili vs Sean O`Malley main card can be viewed through TNT Sports, UFC Fight Pass, and ESPN+ PPV. Access to the fight typically requires a subscription to the respective platform, in addition to purchasing the pay-per-view event. For example, an ESPN+ subscription costs $10.99 per month or $109.99 per year.

Viewers may encounter geographic restrictions depending on their location and the broadcasting rights in their country.

By Rupert Caldwell

Rupert Caldwell is a veteran journalist from Newcastle who has traveled to every corner of England covering regional sporting events. Known for his distinctive voice and ability to uncover the human stories behind athletic achievements, Rupert specializes in boxing, athletics, and motorsport.

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