In the buildup to UFC 298, Merab Dvalishvili has taken a unique stance by choosing to represent Mexico in his upcoming fight against Henry Cejudo. Dvalishvili, known for his fighting spirit, has promised to make Mexico proud by defeating Cejudo, stating it's a do-or-die situation for Cejudo with 'He has to beat me, otherwise, he's done'. This declaration has added an intriguing national pride angle to the fight, intensifying the anticipation among fans. The fighters have already engaged in an animated staredown, with Cejudo responding to Dvalishvili's promise by saying 'you're dead.', signaling the intensity of the upcoming clash. The fight is not just a physical battle but also a representation of national pride, especially for Dvalishvili, who has embraced the Mexican identity for this match.
Merab Dvalishvili announces he will represent Mexico against Henry Cejudo at #UFC298. ππ²π½ βIβm gonna make Mexican people happy because Mexican people need to represent Mexican pride. βIβm gonna make Mexico proud. Iβm gonna represent Mexico.β https://t.co/PJdZ2J3CaJ
Merab Dvalishvili pulled out a flag and promised to "make Mexico proud" at #UFC298, and Henry Cejudo replied that "you're dead." π²π½ https://t.co/qbgFslBqV0
Merab Dvalishvili pulls out a Mexican flag and say he will "make Mexico proud" by beating Henry Cejudo at #UFC298 π²π½ https://t.co/mtmttL2W2K
Merab Dvalishvili pulls out a Mexican flag and say he will "make Mexico proud" by beating Henry Cejudo at UFC298 https://t.co/U0Vc8EmWXS
Mexican Merab walking out to fight Henry Cejudo on Saturday: https://t.co/I1XsJipgDP https://t.co/Y4qZmvLR25
Merab Dvalishvili and Henry Cejudo have an animated staredown before their #UFC298 clash https://t.co/2UP3JqgDXI
Babyface Merab: I'm gonna make Mexico proud. #UFC298 https://t.co/PhU7VICRpm
WE GOT MEXICO MERAB HERE IN ANAHEIM #UFC298 https://t.co/4mAEFVCcDK
MERAB IS REPRESENTING MEXICO AT #UFC298 ππ²π½ https://t.co/58Z2flJCIl
Mexican Merab a new mythical fighter https://t.co/4Jhd4S8RMo
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Merab Dvalishvili sees UFC 298 as do or die for Henry Cejudo: 'He has to beat me, otherwise, he's done' https://t.co/iUGmGeautb https://t.co/sVLWM4p6sa