DOUBLE BOMBSHELL AT RAF ABU DHABI! Saba Lazishvili Faces Urijah Faber as Merab Dvalishvili Takes on Marlon Moraes!
Two major matchups involving Georgian fighters will headline the attention surrounding RAF Abu Dhabi on November 14, 2026. Saba Lazishvili is set to face UFC legend Urijah Faber, while former UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili will take on Brazilian fighter Marlon Moraes.
The two matchups are featured on promotional posters for the Real American Freestyle (RAF) event, scheduled to take place at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Saba Lazishvili vs. Urijah Faber: A Major Opportunity for the Young Georgian
Twenty-one-year-old Georgian wrestler Saba Lazishvili will face one of the most recognizable names in American mixed martial arts: Urijah Faber.
Known as “The California Kid,” Faber is a former World Extreme Cagefighting (WEC) champion and a member of the UFC Hall of Fame.
The American veteran built an impressive professional MMA record of 35 wins and 11 losses during his career.
For Lazishvili, the matchup represents a major opportunity to demonstrate his wrestling abilities on an international stage against a highly experienced opponent.
His name recently attracted international attention following the confrontation involving Merab Dvalishvili and members of Usman Nurmagomedov’s group at a hotel in Abu Dhabi.
Merab Dvalishvili vs. Marlon Moraes: A Rematch with a History
Another major attraction at RAF Abu Dhabi will be the matchup between Georgian star Merab Dvalishvili and Brazilian fighter Marlon Moraes.
The two athletes have already faced each other in the UFC.
Their previous encounter took place at UFC 266 in September 2021, when Dvalishvili defeated Moraes by second-round TKO.
Dvalishvili went on to become one of the most dominant bantamweight fighters in the UFC, eventually capturing the division’s championship.
Moraes, meanwhile, is a former WSOF bantamweight champion and a former UFC title challenger, known for his striking skills and experience.
This time, however, the two fighters are scheduled to meet under RAF wrestling rules rather than in an MMA contest.
Abu Dhabi Incident Put Georgian Fighters in the Spotlight
The announcement of the matchups comes shortly after the controversial incident involving Dvalishvili and Lazishvili in Abu Dhabi.
On November 11, an altercation broke out at a hotel involving Merab Dvalishvili, Saba Lazishvili, Usman Nurmagomedov and several other individuals.
Videos of the confrontation circulated widely on social media, attracting significant attention from the international MMA community.
The incident also generated reactions from fighters, commentators and fans, with questions being raised about the consequences for those involved.
Despite the controversy, both Georgian athletes are now featured in the RAF Abu Dhabi event lineup.
RAF Abu Dhabi: Event Details
- Event: Real American Freestyle – RAF Abu Dhabi
- Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
- Venue: Etihad Arena
- Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Featured matchups:
- Merab Dvalishvili vs. Marlon Moraes
- Saba Lazishvili vs. Urijah Faber
- Competition format: Catchweight Crossover
The event is expected to attract considerable international attention, particularly because of the recent controversy involving the Georgian and Dagestani fighters.
Can Saba Lazishvili defeat UFC legend Urijah Faber? Will Merab Dvalishvili secure another victory over Marlon Moraes?
Both matchups promise an intriguing night of wrestling in Abu Dhabi.
Official event information: Real American Freestyle – RAF Abu Dhabi
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