The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) returns to the iconic Madison Square Garden (UFC 322) for an event of seismic proportions. VeChain UFC 322 delivers a card stacked with star power. It features not one, but two champion-versus-champion superfights. The main event, however, is the biggest draw. It pits Welterweight Champion Jack Della Maddalena against former Lightweight King Islam Makhachev. This high-stakes contest will determine the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world. It will also decide whether Makhachev can join the elite club of two-division champions. The clash of styles and legacies ensures this event is truly unmissable.
UFC 322: Date, Venue, and Start Times UFC 322
The stage has set for a night of indelible moments. New York City is ready to host the biggest card of the year.
Event Details
| Detail | Information |
| Event Name | VeChain UFC 322: Della Maddalena vs Makhachev |
| Date | Saturday, November 15, 2025 |
| Venue | Madison Square Garden (MSG), New York City, NY |
| Main Event | Welterweight Title Bout (170 lbs) |
Start Times (ET/GMT)
Fans around the world must adjust their schedules for the late-night action from New York.
| Card Segment | Start Time (ET – New York) | Start Time (GMT) |
| Early Prelims | 6:00 PM Saturday | 11:00 PM Saturday |
| Preliminary Card | 8:00 PM Saturday | 01:00 AM Sunday |
| Main Card (PPV) | 10:00 PM Saturday | 03:00 AM Sunday |
| Main Event Ring Walk | Approx. 11:30 PM ET | Approx. 04:30 AM GMT |
The Main Event: Grappler vs. Striker for the 170-Pound Crown UFC 322
The headliner features a classic matchup of contrasting fighting philosophies. It presents a challenge of raw power against relentless pressure.
Jack Della Maddalena (C): The Clinical Striker
The Welterweight Champion enters his first title defense. The Australian boasts a phenomenal 18-2 professional record. He has been perfect through eight UFC bouts. Della Maddalena has known for his clinical, precision striking. He uses world-class boxing to dismantle opponents. He has secured five stoppages in the UFC. Della Maddalena recently outworked Belal Muhammad to claim the vacant belt. However, he has seen as the natural 170-pounder. He believes Makhachev’s timing for the move is simply “bad.” He is confident in his ability to surprise the challenger on the feet.
Islam Makhachev: The Wrestling King’s Second Quest
Islam Makhachev is the long-time lightweight champion. He vacated his 155-pound title in May. This was done to pursue gold at 170 pounds. The Dagestani superstar enters with a 27-1 record. He rides an incredible unbeaten streak stretching back to 2015. Makhachev is widely considered the best pound-for-pound fighter in the sport. His style is built on elite Sambo and wrestling. This generates relentless, smothering pressure on the canvas. He has successfully defended his lightweight crown four times. Makhachev seeks to join the exclusive group of two-division champions. He has expressed confidence in his size and readiness for the welterweight ranks.
The Betting Odds: Makhachev as the Overwhelming Favorite
The bookmakers heavily favor the challenger. This reflects Makhachev’s dominance and grappling pedigree.
| Fighter | Betting Odds (Example: BetMGM) | Implied Probability |
| Islam Makhachev | -275 Favorite | 73.3% |
| Jack Della Maddalena | +225 Underdog | 30.8% |
Makhachev’s status as a -275 favorite against the defending champion is telling. It suggests the market believes his grappling is an insurmountable obstacle. However, Della Maddalena’s supporters argue the champion’s knockout power provides tremendous value at +225.
The Co-Main Event: Shevchenko vs. Weili Superfight UFC 322
UFC 322 features a rare second title fight. It is a true Superfight years in the making. It pits two dominant champions against each other.
Valentina Shevchenko (C) vs. Zhang Weili
The Women’s Flyweight title is on the line. Current champion Valentina Shevchenko defends her belt. She is arguably the greatest female flyweight ever. She faces former Strawweight Queen Zhang Weili. Weili vacated her 115-pound title to move up a division. She seeks to join Amanda Nunes as the only woman to hold belts in two weight classes. This battle has expected to be a stand-up war. It matches Shevchenko’s precision against Weili’s raw power.
Full Fight Card Breakdown: Knockouts and Prospects UFC 322
The main and preliminary cards have loaded with significant matchups and top prospects.
Main Card (Pay-Per-View)
| Weight Class | Fighter 1 | vs. | Fighter 2 | Stakes |
| Welterweight Title | J. Della Maddalena (C) | vs. | Islam Makhachev | Welterweight Championship |
| Women’s Flyweight Title | Valentina Shevchenko (C) | vs. | Zhang Weili | Champion vs. Champion Superfight |
| Welterweight | Sean Brady (#2) | vs. | Michael Morales (#8) | Key Divisional Eliminator |
| Welterweight | Leon Edwards (#4) | vs. | Carlos Prates (#9) | High-Ranked Welterweight Clash |
| Lightweight | Beneil Dariush (#9) | vs. | Benoît Saint Denis (#13) | Lightweight Contender Fight |
Preliminary Card (ESPN / ESPN+)
The preliminary card has highlighted by a clash of elite grapplers.
- Middleweight: Bo Nickal (US) vs. Rodolfo Vieira (Brazil)
- Middleweight: Roman Kopylov (Russia) vs. Gregory Rodrigues (Brazil)
- Women’s Flyweight: Erin Blanchfield (#4) vs. Tracy Cortez (#8)
- Bantamweight: Malcolm Wellmaker (US) vs. Cody Haddon (Australia)
How to Watch UFC 322
The card has broadcast across multiple platforms globally. The Main Card requires a Pay-Per-View purchase.
United States
The entire event will be available through ESPN’s digital platforms.
- Main Card: Exclusively on ESPN+ Pay-Per-View (PPV). The cost often includes a bundle with a new ESPN+ subscription.
- Prelims: Stream live on ESPN+ and UFC Fight Pass.
- Early Prelims: Stream live on UFC Fight Pass.
International Viewers (Example: UK)
- Main Card: Live on TNT Sports Box Office. A separate PPV purchase is required.
- Prelims: Stream live on Discovery+ and UFC Fight Pass.
A Legacy-Defining Night in New York UFC 322
UFC 322 is more than just a fight card. It is a championship doubleheader destined for the history books. The main event provides the ultimate contrast. It pits the striking precision of Jack Della Maddalena against the grappling terror of Islam Makhachev. Makhachev aims to tie Anderson Silva’s record of 16 consecutive wins. He also seeks to make history as a two-division champion. Della Maddalena, the champion, is fighting to earn the respect he believes is owed to him. This legacy-defining bout makes Madison Square Garden the center of the combat sports universe this Saturday night. It is a true must-watch spectacle. UFC 322
Read More Articles Click Here. Read Previous Article Click Here.
