UPDATE: Urgency builds as UFC President Dana White previews the highly anticipated main event of UFC 322 featuring two unbeaten fighters: Islam Makhachev and Jack Della Maddalena. Scheduled for October 21, 2023, this clash highlights the stakes as both fighters aim to maintain their impressive win streaks—Makhachev at 15 fights and Della Maddalena at 18 fights.
In an exclusive interview with TMZ Sports, White stated, “Jack bursts onto the scene, coming off the Contender Series. Goes all the way up and beats Belal Muhammad, which is not easy to do.” Della Maddalena’s last defeat dates back to May 2016, making him a formidable contender against the reigning champion Makhachev, who hasn’t lost since October 2015.
Despite Della Maddalena’s impressive rise, many fans and analysts are skeptical about his chances against Makhachev, who is widely regarded as the sport’s top pound-for-pound fighter. When questioned about whether Della Maddalena is being underestimated, White emphasized, “All these questions get answered on Saturday, and that’s the beauty of fighting.”
While the main event captures the spotlight, UFC 322 is packed with other thrilling matchups. White also discussed the co-main event featuring former champion Valentina Shevchenko facing off against Weili Zhang, promising excitement for fight fans.
The stakes are incredibly high for both fighters, as victory could propel them into the title conversation. White’s insights reveal the emotional weight of this matchup, as both competitors aim to solidify their legacies in the octagon.
As UFC 322 approaches, fans are eagerly awaiting this electrifying event. Stay tuned for more updates as fight night draws near, and prepare for a showdown that may redefine the lightweight division.
