Islam Makhachev vs Jack Della Maddalena Full Fight – UFC 322

Islam Makhachev defeated Jack Della Maddalena via unanimous decision (50-45, 50-45, 50-45) to capture the UFC Welterweight Championship. The historic fight headlined UFC 322 at Madison Square Garden on November 15, 2025. With this victory, Makhachev became the 11th two-division champion in UFC history and tied Anderson Silva’s record of 16 consecutive wins.

• Early Calf Kicks: Makhachev opened the fight on the feet, immediately compromising Della Maddalena’s right leg with heavy, repeating calf kicks. 

• Overwhelming Takedowns: Makhachev went a perfect 4-for-4 on takedowns, utilizing trips and single-legs to drag the striking specialist flat onto his back. 
• Suffocating Top Pressure: Working heavily from half-guard, Makhachev used near-side underhooks and heavy transitions to completely neutralize Della Maddalena’s movement. 
• Ground and Pound: The new champion landed short, damaging elbows and punches from top control while constantly threatening guard passes. 
• Submission Threat: In the fourth round, Makhachev transitioned to Della Maddalena’s back, locking in a tight body triangle and working toward a Kimura attempt. 
• Complete Domination: Makhachev logged over 19 minutes of control time, out-landing Della Maddalena 140 to 30 in total strikes over the course of the 25-minute bout.