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Makhachev Seeks Two-Division Glory, Challenges Maddalena for UFC Welterweight Title
16 Nov
Summary
- Islam Makhachev vacates lightweight title to challenge Della Maddalena for welterweight belt
- Maddalena on 18-fight win streak, last loss in 2016
- Makhachev aims to become rare two-division UFC champion
On November 15, 2025, the UFC will host a highly anticipated title fight at UFC 322 in Madison Square Garden, New York. Islam Makhachev, the reigning UFC lightweight champion, will be challenging Della Maddalena for the welterweight title.
Makhachev, who has held the lightweight belt for several successful title defenses, has decided to vacate his title and move up a weight class to take on the dominant welterweight champion, Della Maddalena. The Russian fighter is aiming to cement his legacy as a rare two-division UFC champion, a feat accomplished by only a select few.
Della Maddalena, on the other hand, is riding an impressive 18-fight win streak, with his last loss coming back in 2016. The Australian fighter recently defeated Belal Muhammad at UFC 315 to capture the welterweight title, and he now faces his toughest test yet in the form of the pound-for-pound great, Makhachev.
The main event promises to be a thrilling clash of styles, with Makhachev's renowned grappling and wrestling skills set to be put to the test against Maddalena's well-rounded game. Both fighters are confident in their abilities and are eager to make history at UFC 322.
