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Makhachev Crowned Two-Division Champ; Morales Shines with KO

11/16/2025

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Islam Makhachev, UFC fighter, became the UFC's newest two-division champion after defeating Jack Della Maddalena at Madison Square Garden.
He extended his winning streak to 16.
Michael Morales, UFC welterweight, earned respect with a first-round knockout of Sean Brady.
Valentina Shevchenko, UFC flyweight champion, defended her title against Zhang Weili, limiting Zhang's offense.
The welterweight division saw Michael Morales and Carlos Prates emerge as serious threats.

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Story summary

Islam Makhachev, UFC fighter, became the UFC's newest two-division champion after defeating Jack Della Maddalena at Madison Square Garden.
He extended his winning streak to 16.
Michael Morales, UFC welterweight, earned respect with a first-round knockout of Sean Brady.
Valentina Shevchenko, UFC flyweight champion, defended her title against Zhang Weili, limiting Zhang's offense.
The welterweight division saw Michael Morales and Carlos Prates emerge as serious threats.