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Merab Dvalishvili Reveals Surprising Connection with Mark Zuckerberg at UFC 298
In a shocking revelation, rising UFC star Merab Dvalishvili disclosed that Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg played a more significant role than just attending the UFC 298 show. Dvalishvili claimed that Zuckerberg was actually coaching him during his victorious fight against Henry Cejudo, a former UFC champion.
Dvalishvili, speaking at the post-fight press conference, shared his experience of performing in front of the tech mogul, who is worth a staggering $166 billion according to Forbes. The fighter mentioned that he and Zuckerberg became friends on social media and have been sending positive messages to each other.
Although Zuckerberg had informed Dvalishvili that he would be attending the fights, he had requested the fighter to keep it a secret. Dvalishvili respected his wish and only greeted Zuckerberg when he saw him in the arena. Little did anyone know that Zuckerberg would go on to provide coaching tips during the intense rounds of the fight.
During the fight, Dvalishvili revealed that Zuckerberg was constantly giving him time updates, acting as his unofficial coach. Dvalishvili even smiled at Zuckerberg while applying a chokehold on Cejudo, which quickly became a viral moment. Despite the distraction, Dvalishvili acknowledged that he should have remained focused on finishing the fight.
Zuckerberg’s support didn’t end with Dvalishvili. He was also seen in official UFC training gear, accompanying Alexander Volkanovski to the Octagon. The tech mogul even shared a hug with the former UFC featherweight king, creating yet another viral moment from the event.
Mark Zuckerberg’s unexpected involvement in UFC 298 has left fans and fighters alike in awe. It seems that the Facebook founder’s interest in the sport goes beyond being a mere spectator. Only time will tell if more surprising connections between Zuckerberg and the UFC will emerge in the future.
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VOLKANOVSKI LOSES TITLE MATCH IN DRAMATIC FASHION
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TOPURIA CALLS OUT CONOR MCGREGOR FOR A SHOWDOWN
Not one to waste an opportunity, Ilia Topuria took the microphone after his victory and issued a direct challenge to Conor McGregor. Topuria is eager to test his skills against the notorious fighter, hoping to secure a highly anticipated fist-fight.
MARK ZUCKERBERG’S LOVE FOR UFC
It is no secret that Mark Zuckerberg is a devoted UFC fan. In October 2022, he and his wife Priscilla Chan rented out the UFC Apex for an exclusive viewing of a Fight Night event. This information was confirmed by a UFC official. Rumors have also circulated about Zuckerberg potentially stepping into the MMA world to face off against Elon Musk, the owner of Tesla and X.
UFC BOSS DANA WHITE’S INVOLVEMENT
Dana White, the head of the UFC, could have played a significant role in promoting the potential match between Zuckerberg and Musk. In an interview with TMZ in June 2023, White revealed that he had spoken to both parties and discovered their genuine interest in the fight. Initially, White even referred to it as “the biggest fight ever in the history of the world.” However, he later backtracked and expressed doubts about the fight actually taking place.
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