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Islam Makhachev Truly Surpasses Khabib Nurmagomedov After UFC 322 Shakes Up Rankings

Last week, the UFC delivered the biggest card of the year with UFC 322 during its annual event at Madison Square Garden. The event drew 20,664 fans to the historic arena for a fight night that featured some of the most exciting matchups of the year.

'It Hurts Like Hell' – Jack Della Maddalena’s Coach on Islam Makhachev’s UFC 322 Title Loss

Well, UFC 322 has come and gone, and with it, Jack Della Maddalena’s shot at welterweight glory. The highly anticipated title fight against the formidable Islam Makhachev in New York City ended just how many feared it would: with Makhachev’s hand raised and a new belt around his waist.

Dana White’s prediction comes true as Islam Makhachev scores pound-for-pound win over Ilia Topuria

Islam Makhachev has returned to the summit of the pound-for-pound rankings following his domination over Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322. This past Saturday, Islam Makhachev made his welterweight debut when he took on Jack Della Maddalena for the title in the UFC 322 main event.

Daniel Cormier thinks a forgotten contender could be the toughest fight of Islam Makhachev’s career

There might be at least one stern test for Islam Makhachev at 170 pounds. The former lightweight king added more gold to his résumé at this past Saturday’s UFC 322 pay-per-view at Madison Square Garden.

Islam Makhachev’s manager threatens that Ilia Topuria could suffer same consequence as Dillon Danis

Ahead of Islam Makhachev’s UFC 322 title fight on Saturday night, a huge brawl broke out in the crowd between his team and one of their longtime rivals.

Jack Della Maddalena Loses Welterweight Title to Islam Makhachev at Madison Square Garden

Islam Makhachev defeated Jack Della Maddalena by unanimous decision at UFC 322 in New York City on November 15, 2025 Makhachev dominated with takedowns

Conor McGregor’s Coach Reveals Jack Della Maddalena’s Humbling Admission About Islam Makhachev After UFC 322 Defeat

Jack Della Maddalena entered UFC 322 brimming with confidence in his striking, convinced he had the tools to slay Islam Makhachev. But once the cage door closed, the fight told a very different story.

Islam Makhachev Calls Out Kamaru Usman for First Welterweight Title Defense

Islam Makhachev defeated Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322 to become the 11th fighter in UFC history to hold titles in two divisions Makhachev extended his

Dana White Makes Islam Makhachev $3.3M Richer as UFC 322 Estimated Purse Revealed

UFC 322 didn’t just break records at Madison Square Garden; it lined the pockets of its main event winner, Islam Makhachev, to the tune of over $3 million.

Coach Assigns Blame a Year After Conor McGregor’s Injury That Forced Michael Chandler Fight Cancellation

For more than a year, fans speculated, theorized, and argued online about the real reason Conor McGregor withdrew from UFC 303. A broken toe was the official diagnosis, but for many, the injury felt like another twist in a saga that had dragged on since he and Michael Chandler coached The Ultimate Fighter 31 back in 2023.

Tracy Cortez Gets MMA Centel’d After Erin Blanchfield Loss at UFC 322

Conor McGregor’s Coach Reveals Jack Della Maddalena Was 'Shocked' by Islam Makhachev’s Power

John Kavanagh, Conor McGregor‘s longtime coach, had a front-row seat to the emotional aftermath of UFC 322, and he walked away with one insight that surprised even him: Jack Della Maddalena didn’t just lose to Islam Makhachev; he was completely blown away by him.

Arman Tsarukyan Predicts Islam Makhachev’s Fate Against Ilia Topuria

Islam Makhachev’s welterweight debut last Saturday night didn’t thrill everyone, especially those tired of a grappling-heavy main event. But it certainly sparked immediate debate about what comes next for the UFC’s newest double champion.

Conor McGregor’s Coach Says Dillon Danis Doesn’t Want Beef With Team Khabib to End

Dillon Danis walked into UFC 322 like a man carrying years of grudges on his shoulders, and he left the arena the same way, only this time escorted by security and banned from all future UFC events!

Khamzat Chimaev Shows Rare Support to Khabib Nurmagomedov, Islam Makhachev in Cryptic UFC 322 Response

The night Islam Makhachev became the UFC’s newest double champion, something quiet, subtle, and surprising happened. Khamzat Chimaev, the usually unpredictable middleweight champion, broke a silence that had lingered for years.

Dillon Danis will still fight for MMA title next month despite Dana White’s lifetime UFC ban

The promotion staging Dillon Danis’ return to MMA won’t be honoring any lifetime bans as they confirmed he will be fighting next month in Dubai. Prior to the brawl at UFC 322 on Saturday night that saw him barred from attending any future events by Dana White, Danis had announced he will be fighting Anthony Taylor for the Misfits MMA title.

UFC 322: Here's What Started the Crowd Brawl and Got One Fighter Banned

UFC 322 at Madison Square Garden delivered a night of electrifying action, headlined by Islam Makhachev's successful challenge of the welterweight title against champion Jack Della Maddalena to become a UFC double champion.

Dillon Danis was destined for brawl that led to UFC ban as Jorge Masvidal details failed attack plan

Dillon Danis appears to have been cruising for a bruising at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night, no matter what happened. The renowned BJJ black belt and current Misfits MMA champion was attacked by a gang of Islam Makhachev’s teammates after goading the two-weight champion for weeks on social media.

‘Fully locked in’… Conor McGregor’s coach reveals plan for UFC White House card

Conor McGregor has reunited with his long-time coach after a ‘spiritual journey’, and camp will soon begin for his return to the octagon. The Irishman will have been out of action for the best part of five years by the time the UFC’s White House event rolls around in June.

Potential matchups for some big names after UFC 322

UFC 322 has come to an end and the massive card at Madison Square Garden lived up to it’s hype. Here’s some potential fights that could be made for the new welterweight champion of the world and more.

MMA legend Amanda Nunes plots historic triple-champ bid after UFC return fight

Details of a planned return fight haven’t even been finalized yet, but Amanda Nunes apparently already has her sights set on triple-champ glory following UFC 322.

Paddy Pimblett clarifies when he expects to be back after UFC 322 disrupted his plans

While the UFC 322 headliner was a pivotal moment for the welterweight division, its impact could also be felt in lightweight. Islam Makhachev moved up to 170 pounds on Saturday to face Jack Della Maddalena for the welterweight title, having already vacated his lightweight belt earlier this year.

Tracy Cortez shares defiant first statement after UFC 322 loss to Erin Blanchfield

A difficult loss under the bright lights of Madison Square Garden won’t derail UFC women’s flyweight contender Tracy Cortez’s title aspirations. A highly-anticipated

Carlos Prates Flattens Leon Edwards With Shocking Second Round KO at UFC 322

NEW YORK —Leon Edwards had never been knocked out in his professional career until he ran into Carlos Prates. On the UFC 322 main card Saturday at Madison Square Garden.