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UFC 322 Results: Islam Makhachev Defeats Jack Della Maddalena to Win Welterweight Title 
Islam Makhachev defeated Jack Della Maddalena by unanimous decision (50-45, 50-45, 50-45) at UFC 322 in Madison Square Garden to win the welterweight title Makhachev becomes the 11th fighter in UFC history to hold titles in two weight classes and the second to win both welterweight and lightweight belts after B.J.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 17
Henry Cejudo Claims Khabib Nurmagomedov Would Still Beat Islam Makhachev
Khabib Nurmagomedov has remained Islam Makhachev’s mentor for most of his career. However, after Makhachev created history at the Madison Square Garden arena by becoming the first-ever two-division champion, fans started asking: has the Dagestani powerhouse actually surpassed his mentor’s legacy?
MMA News / The Body Lock / November 17
Paddy Pimblett Reacts to Islam Makhachev UFC 322 Win, Future Opponent Unknown
Islam Makhachev won the welterweight title at UFC 322 by unanimous decision (50-45 across all scorecards) over Jack Della Maddalena after vacating his
MMA News / The Body Lock / November 17
UFC 322 Results: Bo Nickal Knocks Out Rodolfo Vieira, Gives Middle Fingers to NYC Fans
Bo Nickal knocked out Rodolfo Vieira with a head kick in the third round at UFC 322 in Madison Square Garden on November 15, 2025 After the knockout, Nickal
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 17
Kamaru Usman Explains Why He’s the Only Fair Challenge for Islam Makhachev After UFC 322
Who’s next for Islam Makhachev? That’s the burning question after UFC 322. Despite the emergence of top contenders like Carlos Prates and Michael Morales on the same card, Makhachev told Paul Felder that if he had his way, he’d pick Kamaru Usman to fight next.
Amanda Nunes News / MMA on SI / November 17
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.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 17
Kamaru Usman reacts after being picked by Islam Makhachev for first welterweight title defense
Despite having only won one fight in his last four, Kamaru Usman looks to be in prime position for the next welterweight title shot. This past Saturday in the UFC 322 main event, Islam Makhachev became the latest fighter to win a title in a second weight class when he dominated Jack Della Maddalena for five rounds.
Paddy Pimblett News / HITC / November 17
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
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 17
Islam Makhachev vs Ilia Topuria should only happen under one condition – Dana White should scrap the idea if not
Islam Makhachev vs Ilia Topuria is undeniably the biggest fight in the sport’s history if it comes to fruition, but it shouldn’t happen under the conditions they’re talking about.
Jack Hermansson News / BoxingNews.com / November 17
UFC Fight Night – Jack Hermansson vs Myktybek Orolbai: Preview & Betting Tips
The welterweight matchup between Jack Hermansson and Myktybek Orolbai pits a seasoned veteran with top-10 experience against a surging newcomer looking to make a statement, on the upcoming UFC Fight Night card.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / November 17
UFC Fight Night – Serghei Spivac vs Shamil Gaziev: Preview & Betting Tips
This Saturday, heavyweights collide as Serghei Spivac versus Shamil Gaziev at UFC Fight Night in Qatar. Spivac (17-6) is the more experienced man, but he enters this bout on the back of two losses in a row, and perhaps his UFC career on the line.
Dana White discloses private Jon Jones talks following apology for Tom Aspinall U-turn
Dana White has revealed that he and Jon Jones recently spoke for the first time in months, addressing growing speculation among fans. Jones, a former UFC heavyweight and light-heavyweight champion, retired earlier this year instead of taking a unification fight with Tom Aspinall.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 17
Team Khabib Addresses Islam Makhachev’s Future at 170lbs Amid Ilia Topuria Fight at UFC White House Card
At UFC 322, Islam Makhachev made history by becoming the first Dagestani fighter to claim two-division champion status after defeating Jack Della Maddalena convincingly.
MMA News / Total Apex Sports / November 17
Islam Makhachev Finds Dillon Danis’s Lifetime Ban Hilarious
Dillon Danis, a man whose reputation is built more on internet trolling than actual fighting, seems to have finally written a check his body couldn’t cash.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / November 17
Dillon Danis banned from UFC after Madison Square Garden brawl, Dana White confirms
Dillon Danis has officially been banned from attending future UFC events following a violent altercation at UFC 322 inside Madison Square Garden. UFC CEO Dana White confirmed the decision during the post-event press conference Saturday night.
Paddy Pimblett News / Bloody Elbow / November 17
Paddy Pimblett provides return update after UFC 322 could have ruined his plan
Not only was the UFC 322 main event significant for the welterweight division, but it was also a big fight for the future of the lightweight division. On Saturday night, Islam Makhachev made his welterweight debut when he took on Jack Della Maddalena for the 170lb title after vacating his lightweight title earlier this year.
MMA News / FirstSportz / November 17
Khabib Nurmagomedov Trolled by Double Champs Daniel Cormier and Islam Makhachev After UFC 322
UFC 322 turned out to be a massive success for Islam Makhachev and his mentor Khabib Nurmagomedov. After all, Makhachev accomplished something the ‘Eagle’ himself never achieved by becoming a double champion, marking a significant milestone in his legacy.
Tracy Cortez News / Bloody Elbow / November 17
Tracy Cortez issues defiant statement after submission loss at UFC 322: ‘I’m not going anywhere’
Tracy Cortez has broken her silence after suffering a stoppage loss on Saturday night. The flyweight fan favorite squared off against Erin Blanchfield during the preliminary portion of UFC 322.
MMA News / Field Level Media / November 17
Dana White: Dillon Danis banned from UFC after brawl
UFC CEO Dana White said mixed-martial arts fighter Dillon Danis is banned from future events after his involvement in a brawl on Saturday night during UFC 322 in New York.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / November 17
Arman Tsarukyan Vs. Dan Hooker Preview
Arman Tsarukyan takes on Dan Hooker in a lightweight clash at UFC Qatar, as we preview the upcoming fight. This bout would mark Tsarukyan’s return to the octagon since his withdrawal from UFC 311 in January with a back injury, a setback that cost him a rematch against Islam Makhachev.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 17
Kayla Harrison’s Manager Lets Slip Amanda Nunes Timeline as Valentina Shevchenko Ready for White House
For two-time Olympic gold medalist Kayla Harrison, the plan going forward is simple. After defeating Julianna Peña in June this year, the bantamweight champion faced off against Amanda Nunes, teasing a fight might be on the horizon.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / November 16
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.
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