Get ready for a night of jaw-dropping action because VeChain UFC 322: Della Maddalena vs Makhachev is about to shake the foundations of Madison Square Garden! On Saturday, November 15, two titans of the octagon will collide in a battle that promises to be nothing short of epic. In the main event, UFC welterweight champion Jack Della Maddalena (https://www.ufc.com/athlete/jack-della-maddalena) will face the formidable challenge of former UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev (https://www.ufc.com/athlete/islam-makhachev). But here's where it gets controversial—can Della Maddalena's welterweight prowess outmaneuver Makhachev's lightweight legacy? Fans are divided, and the debate is heating up.
But that’s not all—the co-main event is a clash of the titans in the women’s division! The No. 1 ranked pound-for-pound fighter and UFC flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko (https://www.ufc.com/athlete/valentina-shevchenko) will defend her throne against the No. 2 ranked pound-for-pound contender, Zhang Weili (https://www.ufc.com/athlete/weili-zhang). And this is the part most people miss—Shevchenko’s dominance has been unmatched, but Zhang Weili’s relentless style could be the wildcard that flips the script. Will the queen retain her crown, or will a new era begin?
The event kicks off with the early prelims at 6pm ET/3pm PT, streaming live on ESPN+, Disney+, and UFC FIGHT PASS (https://ufcfightpass.com/home). The prelims follow at 8pm ET/5pm PT, airing on ESPNNEWS, ESPN Deportes, Disney+, and simulcast in English and Spanish on ESPN+ (https://plus.espn.com/ufc/322). The main card starts at 10pm ET/7pm PT, available exclusively on PPV (https://www.ufc.com/ppv).
Throughout the night, this page will be your go-to source for live results, fight recaps, and backstage interviews, keeping you in the loop with every punch, kick, and submission.
Controversy Alert: Some fans argue that Makhachev’s lightweight background gives him an edge in agility, while others believe Della Maddalena’s welterweight power will be the deciding factor. What do you think? Is this fight a mismatch, or is it the perfect storm of styles? Let us know in the comments—we’re eager to hear your take!
