At UFC 315, Jack Della Maddalena achieved a significant milestone in his career, defeating Belal Muhammad in the main event to become the new UFC welterweight champion. This victory marks a pivotal moment, positioning Della Maddalena at the top of the division.
Attention now quickly shifts to determining Della Maddalena`s first title defense. Speculation is strong that he may face a monumental challenge against the reigning lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev, potentially setting up a highly anticipated superfight.
Meanwhile, questions naturally arise regarding the path forward for Belal Muhammad. After his pursuit of the championship title was unsuccessful on this occasion, the future direction for the seasoned contender will be a key point of interest in the welterweight landscape.
Beyond the main event, UFC 315 featured several other notable bouts that impacted their respective divisions, including the women`s flyweight co-main event between Valentina Shevchenko and Manon Fiorot, and Aiemann Zahabi`s controversial win over Jose Aldo, alongside performances from Natalia Silva and Benoit Saint Denis on the main card. The event delivered significant outcomes across multiple weight classes.
