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UFC 316: Dvalishvili and Peña Defend Titles in Newark

4/2/2025

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Dvalishvili and Peña Defend Titles

UFC 316 is set to ignite Newark, New Jersey, on June 7 with two thrilling championship bouts. Merab Dvalishvili defends his bantamweight title against Sean O'Malley, who is eager for redemption after their last clash. Meanwhile, Julianna Peña takes on Kayla Harrison in her first title defense, ensuring a night filled with intense action for MMA enthusiasts.

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Pena Defends Title

Julianna Pena is set to defend her bantamweight title against Olympic gold medalist Kayla Harrison at UFC 316 on June 7 in Newark, New Jersey. This highly anticipated matchup marks Pena's first title defense since reclaiming her championship in October 2022, while Harrison aims for her inaugural UFC title after two impressive wins in the Octagon.

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Dvalishvili and Peña Defend Titles

UFC 316 is set to ignite Newark, New Jersey, on June 7 with two thrilling championship bouts. Merab Dvalishvili defends his bantamweight title against Sean O'Malley, who is eager for redemption after their last clash. Meanwhile, Julianna Peña takes on Kayla Harrison in her first title defense, ensuring a night filled with intense action for MMA enthusiasts.

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