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UFC 322 & 323: Title Fights and Rivalries Heat Up

10/26/2025

Summary

Story summary

Islam Makhachev challenges Jack Della Maddalena for the Welterweight Championship at UFC 322 on November 15 at Madison Square Garden.
Merab Dvalishvili will face Petr Yan at UFC 323 on December 6, continuing their rivalry.
Alexandre Pantoja defends his title against Joshua Van at UFC 323, promising an exciting matchup.
Ilia Topuria remains the top pound-for-pound fighter, with a potential fight against Paddy Pimblett scheduled for UFC 324 in January.

History

Historical Context

UFC 100, held on July 11, 2009, in Las Vegas, marked a pivotal moment in mixed martial arts, drawing over 10,000 fans and achieving a record 1.6 million pay-per-view buys. The event featured a championship unification bout between Brock Lesnar and Frank Mir, showcasing the UFC's rapid growth and solidifying its status as a major global entertainment platform, influencing athletes and fans alike.

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Story summary

Islam Makhachev challenges Jack Della Maddalena for the Welterweight Championship at UFC 322 on November 15 at Madison Square Garden.
Merab Dvalishvili will face Petr Yan at UFC 323 on December 6, continuing their rivalry.
Alexandre Pantoja defends his title against Joshua Van at UFC 323, promising an exciting matchup.
Ilia Topuria remains the top pound-for-pound fighter, with a potential fight against Paddy Pimblett scheduled for UFC 324 in January.

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