Why Sean O’Malley Could Regain His Title

🇺🇸 Why Sean O’Malley Still Has a Real Shot at Regaining His Title

Things may not be as bad for Sean O’Malley as they seem. Let’s break down three key reasons why “Sugar” could realistically reclaim his bantamweight crown.

💼 Reason #1 – Judges Didn’t See a Blowout

Many fans remember the first fight between O’Malley and Dvalishvili as one-sided. But the official scorecards tell a different story—two judges had it 48-47 for Merab. That means if Sean had just done slightly better in one round, he could’ve walked away with the belt.

So here’s the real question: Can O’Malley perform just a bit better in a rematch and sway two judges to give him three out of five rounds? Absolutely.

💼 Reason #2 – Clear Striking Advantage

Because of Merab’s relentless wrestling pressure, many fans overlook how the stand-up actually played out. But the stats don’t lie: at striking range, O’Malley outlanded Dvalishvili 45 to 29.

Can Sean build on that edge? For sure. He didn’t show his full striking arsenal in the first fight—while Merab arguably had one of the best striking performances of his career. There’s room for O’Malley to widen the gap if he stays off the mat more effectively this time around.

💼 Reason #3 – A New Mindset and Camp Structure

O’Malley’s revamped approach to training has caught everyone’s attention. He’s stepped away from managing his own social media and shifted his focus entirely to preparation. He’s now following a strict diet, sleeping on a perfect schedule, and embracing cutting-edge recovery protocols.

Why should we believe this version of Sean is different? Look at the facts—he’s one of the fastest fighters in UFC history to cross the $1 million mark. Even as a prospect, he was investing in real estate, exotic cars, and lucrative sponsorships.

But that early success also brought distractions. Now, for the first time, he seems truly motivated—driven not by fame, but by legacy.

Let’s be clear—I’m not calling O’Malley the favorite. But I am saying this rematch is far from a mismatch. With the right game plan, Sean has a legitimate path to victory. And for the UFC? A charismatic, flashy American champion retaking the throne would be a dream scenario.

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