In a thrilling night at UFC 322, Islam Makhachev marked a significant milestone by becoming a twodivision champion. He achieved this feat by defeating Jack Della Maddalena to secure the welterweight title in New York. Meanwhile, Leon Edwards, a prominent fighter from England, faced another setback in his career, suffering a KO loss to Carlos Prates in the second round.
Islam Makhachev Claims Victory
Makhachev’s victory over Della Maddalena was decisive. All three judges scored the bout 5045 in favor of Makhachev, highlighting his dominance throughout the fight. This win extends Makhachev’s impressive career record to 281, marking his 16th consecutive victory—a streak that ties him with Anderson Silva for the longest in UFC history.
- Event: UFC 322
- Location: Madison Square Garden, New York
- Makhachev’s Record: 28 wins, 1 loss
- Winning Streak: 16 consecutive fights
Leon Edwards’ Tough Night
Leon Edwards, at 34 years old, faced Carlos Prates in a challenging matchup. Edwards was unable to recover after being struck by a powerful straight left from Prates, resulting in a KO. This loss marks Edwards’ third consecutive defeat: he was submitted by Sean Brady in March and lost a decision to Belal Muhammad in July 2024, when he relinquished the welterweight title.
Future Challenges for Makhachev and Edwards
Makhachev now stands at the pinnacle of the welterweight division with dreams of future matchups, including a potential fight with Ilia Topuria, the current lightweight champion. Meanwhile, Edwards’ position within the division remains uncertain following his recent performances.
Valentina Shevchenko’s Title Defense
In another highprofile matchup at UFC 322, Valentina Shevchenko successfully defended her flyweight championship against former strawweight champion Zhang Weili. Shevchenko’s victory further solidifies her legacy, tying her with Amanda Nunes for the most wins in title fights in UFC history, with 11 victories.
- Shevchenko’s Title Defense: Successful
- Record in Title Fights: 11 wins
This exciting event showcased remarkable performances from both seasoned fighters and champions, marking a pivotal moment in UFC history as Makhachev and Shevchenko solidified their statuses at the top of their respective divisions.