Is Dana White planning to book a rematch between Merab Dvalishvili vs. Sean O’Malley? Reports state that the UFC is planning something big for the bantamweight division and it might include the rematch between the sour rivals. However, what does the UFC CEO have to say about this? Stay tuned as we are back with another episode of MMA roundup, where we will grasp the latest updates of the last 24 hours in bite-sized pieces.

Deviating from the Dana White news, we have Melquizeal Costa, who has confessed his anxiety before the UFC contract renewal and finally, we will move on to Conor McGregor, who has a one-word reaction towards Oleksandr Usyk and Anthony Joshua’s reuniting. So, without any further ado, let us get started.

Dana White hints at Merab Dvalishvili vs. Sean O’Malley 2.0

As Dana White was wrapping up his UFC Seattle post-fight press conference, a reporter asked the UFC CEO about the future of Sean O’Malley and the bantamweight division. Specifically, the reporter inquired whether O’Malley would be granted a title shot rematch against Merab Dvalishvili, given their ongoing rivalry.

With a stoic face, Dana White emphasized that if the people want to witness the fight then it would take place, “They want to fight each other, and I think people want to see it.” Sean O’Malley is yet to return to the Octagon after his last loss against Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 306 and a rematch might entice the bantamweight star to get back to the Octagon.

Nonetheless, it would be interesting to witness their clash because Sean O’Malley has ample time in his hands to work on his weaknesses. For now, let us move forward to UFC’s Melquizeal Costa, who was anxious about his new contract renewal.

Melquizael Costa reveals anxiety crisis before his UFC contract renewal

Melquizael Costa thought his days in the UFC were over after a 253-day hiatus before facing Andre Fili at UFC Seattle. However, he secured a victory over Fili via submission. Leading up to the fight, Costa was extremely nervous, believing his fighting career had come to an end—until the UFC offered him a contract extension.

While having a conversation with MMA Fighting, Costa emphasized, “I’m a very anxious person, brother. I even had anxiety crisis. There were days I called my master at 2:00 in the morning. I couldn’t sleep. I had four fights [in the UFC], won two and lost two, and thought they would renew it, but it wasn’t coming. You only truly believe it when you sign it.”

Costa revealed that it was such a troubling time for him that he even had thoughts about working for Uber or going back to teaching. The Brazilian admitted, “I started to think about my daughter, so it really was very distressing. And money’s running short. I thought of applying to work for Uber, go back to teaching again.” Fortunately, Costa does not have to return to his old job as UFC has renewed his contract Well, that’s good news, but for us, we will move to Conor McGregor, who has a word for Anthony Joshua and Oleksandr Usyk reunion.

Conor McGregor reacts to Oleksandr Usyk and Anthony Joshua meetup

Boxing superstars, Anthony Joshua and Oleksandr Usyk clashed twice in their career in two monumental heavyweight bouts in 2021 and 2022. In both bouts, Usyk emerged victorious. Although emotions ran high after their rematch, the tension has since paved the way for mutual respect. During last night’s event, Ring Magazine shared a video capturing a moment between the two fighters. In the clip, Usyk and Joshua appeared to be sharing a heartwarming moment as they were seated near each other.

Reacting to this heartwarming exchange between former rivals, Conor McGregor took to his X handle to add a simple word, “Quality!” Conor McGregor shares a good relationship with Joshua and Usyk. So it was just natural for him to be happy about it. Given that, what are your thoughts on the exchange? State your opinion in the comments below.