Belal Muhammad to Defend Title at UFC 315

UFC Welterweight Champion Belal Muhammad is set to defend his title against Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 315, taking place on May 10, 2025, at the Bell Centre in Montreal. Muhammad, known for his strategic fighting style, will face Della Maddalena after original contender Shavkat Rakhmonov was sidelined due to injury. Della Maddalena, who is undefeated in the UFC with a 7-0 record, was initially scheduled to fight Leon Edwards at UFC London and has secured notable victories, including a knockout win over Gilbert Burns. Both fighters bring impressive records to the octagon, with Muhammad on an 11-fight unbeaten streak. This event marks UFC's return to Montreal after a decade, with high anticipation for this title bout. The co-main event will feature Valentina Shevchenko defending her flyweight title against Manon Fiorot.