The UFC has confirmed that UFC 322 will take place on November 15, 2025, at the Madison Square Garden (New York) — one of the most iconic venues in combat sports.
The main event will feature Islam Makhachev defending his lightweight title against rising Australian star Jack Della Maddalena, who moved up in weight after dominating the welterweight division.
The co-main event will be equally thrilling: Valentina Shevchenko takes on Zhang Weili in a super-fight between two of the greatest female champions in UFC history. Both are known for elite striking and unmatched cardio, making this one of the most anticipated fights of the year.
The undercard is also packed with international talent, including:
- Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland (Middleweight)
- Paddy Pimblett vs. Benoît Saint Denis (Lightweight)
- Raul Rosas Jr. vs. Cody Garbrandt (Bantamweight)
🔎 Why It’s Important:
- UFC 322 is expected to be one of the highest-grossing PPVs of the year.
- Makhachev’s dominance and Della Maddalena’s aggressive style promise fireworks.
- Shevchenko vs. Weili could redefine women’s MMA and pave the way for a new “pound-for-pound” queen.
💬 Analysis:
This event shows UFC’s intent to globalize even further, as it brings together champions from Russia, Australia, and China on one card. If successful, it could mark a new commercial era for the organization and boost UFC’s popularity in Asia and Oceania.
