UFC 322 Results: Makhachev Defeats Della Maddalena at MSG
NEW YORK — UFC 322 took place at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night, featuring two title fights and several stunning finishes. Live results and analysis below.
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🔥 UFC 322 Main Event: Official Result
Islam Makhachev def. Jack Della Maddalena (c) via Unanimous Decision (50-45, 50-45, 50-45)
5 hours ago—Madison Square Garden, New York
Islam Makhachev captured the UFC Welterweight Championship by dominating champion Jack Della Maddalena for nearly 25 full minutes. The judges scored a clean sweep for Makhachev, with all three seeing it 50-45.
Makhachev relied on his superior grappling to control Della Maddalena on the ground while threatening submissions throughout the fight. Even in striking exchanges, Makhachev neutralized the champion's power.
Key Achievement: This victory makes Makhachev the 11th fighter in UFC history to hold titles in two divisions. He also tied Anderson Silva's UFC record with his 16th consecutive victory.
📋 UFC 322 Full Fight Card Results
Main Card Results
| Weight Class | Winner | Method | Loser | Round/Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welterweight Title | Islam Makhachev | UD (50-45 x3) | Jack Della Maddalena (c) | 5/5:00 |
| Women's Flyweight Title | Valentina Shevchenko (c) | UD (50-45 x3) | Zhang Weili | 5/5:00 |
| Welterweight | Michael Morales | KO (Punches) | Sean Brady | 1/2:10 |
| Welterweight | Carlos Prates | KO (Punch) | Leon Edwards | 2/2:30 |
| Lightweight | Benoit Saint Denis | KO (Punch) | Beneil Dariush | 1/0:15 |
| Middleweight | Bo Nickal | KO (Head Kick) | Rodolfo Vieira | 3/2:45 |
Preliminary Card Results
• Gregory Rodrigues def. Roman Kopylov—Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
• Erin Blanchfield def. Tracy Cortez—Submission (Rear-Naked Choke)—Round 2, 3:15
• Ethyn Ewing def. Malcolm Wellmaker—Unanimous Decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)
• Kyle Daukaus def. Gerald Meerschaert—Submission (D'Arce Choke)—Round 1, 4:20
• Pat Sabatini def. Chepe Mariscal—Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
• Fatima Kline def. Angela Hill—Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
• Baisangur Susurkaev def. Eric McConico — KO (Punches) — Round 3, 1:55
• Matheus Camilo def. Viacheslav Borshchev—Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
🥊 Post-Fight Analysis: What We Learned
Makhachev's Historic Two-Division Reign
Islam Makhachev's grappling clinic proved why he's considered one of the best pound-for-pound fighters. He controlled Della Maddalena for 12:47 of the 25-minute fight, attempting 8 submissions and landing 89 significant strikes to the champion's 62.
Historic Milestone: By capturing the welterweight title, Makhachev joins an elite group of UFC two-division champions. His 16-fight win streak ties Anderson Silva's UFC record.
Shevchenko's Dominant Title Defense
Valentina Shevchenko shut down Zhang Weili's bid for double-champ status with a masterful 50-45 decision. Shevchenko outlanded Weili 112-78 in significant strikes and secured 3 takedowns.
Undercard Delivers Four Straight KOs
The undercard provided explosive entertainment with four consecutive knockout finishes:
- Michael Morales needed just 2:10 to starch Sean Brady
- Carlos Prates caught Leon Edwards with a perfectly timed punch in round 2
- Benoit Saint Denis shocked Beneil Dariush in a 15-second blitz
- Bo Nickal's head kick KO of Rodolfo Vieira was a career highlight
🙋 UFC 322 Event FAQs
Who won the UFC 322 main event?
A: Islam Makhachev defeated Jack Della Maddalena by unanimous decision (50-45 x3) to win the UFC Welterweight Championship.
Where was UFC 322 held?
A: Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Did Zhang Weili win at UFC 322?
A: No. Valentina Shevchenko defeated Zhang Weili by unanimous decision to retain her flyweight title.
What were the UFC 322 judges' scores for Makhachev vs. Della Maddalena?
A: All three judges scored the fight 50-45 for Islam Makhachev.
What's next for Islam Makhachev?
A: Makhachev mentioned wanting to fight on the proposed June UFC card at the White House lawn in Washington, D.C. No official opponent has been named.
💠Final Thoughts: UFC 322 Recap
UFC 322 delivered a historic night with Islam Makhachev joining the exclusive two-division champion club. His dominant wrestling performance over Jack Della Maddalena showcased why he's the pound-for-pound king.
The event solidified two clear narratives: Makhachev's pursuit of MMA immortality and Shevchenko's continued dominance at flyweight. With 8 finishes out of 13 fights, the card exceeded expectations for excitement.
Makhachev's 16-fight win streak puts him in rare company, and his ability to control fights remains unmatched. Della Maddalena's first loss since 2016 ends his remarkable 12-fight winning streak.
Bottom line: UFC 322 was a night of dominant champion performances and explosive finishes at MSG. The future matchups—particularly who challenges Makhachev next—will be fascinating to watch.
By Ahmad—Edited & verified by a human author.
PulseDesk provides real-time UFC results and analysis. All fight results are sourced from official UFC communications and verified through multiple broadcast feeds.
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