In the main event of UFC 315, Belal Muhammad lost his title to Australian Jack Della Maddalena, who became the new champion.
In his first title defense in the under 77kg division, Belal Muhammad faced Australian Jack Della Maddalena. The outcome of this fight would shape the future of both Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev in the same weight class.
Round 1:
Both fighters exchanged strikes in the center of the cage. Jack Della Maddalena attempted to destabilize the champion with his kicks and precise boxing. Belal Muhammad tried to engage in wrestling, but the Australian defended well. As the round came to an end, both fighters ramped up the intensity, exchanging powerful blows.
Round 2:
Jack Della Maddalena continued to deliver consistent dangerous combinations. Belal Muhammad attempted to take him down, but the Australian successfully defended each takedown attempt. He remained composed and kept his balance on his feet.
Jack Della Maddalena unleashed powerful and impactful offensive combinations, while Belal Muhammad made significant efforts to take him down.
قدّم جاك ديلا مادالينا هجمات هجومية قوية ومؤثرة، بينما بذل بلال محمد جهودًا كبيرة لمحاولة إيقافه بإسقاطه إلى الأرض. pic.twitter.com/7DybVHSIT1
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Round 3:
Della Maddalena’s speed and aggression continued to cause problems for Belal Muhammad. With his back against the cage and retreating, Della Maddalena landed several significant strikes, leaving Belal Muhammad behind in exchanges.
Round 4:
Belal Muhammad attempted to pick up the pace, pushing Della Maddalena back towards the cage and trying to engage in more direct combat. He briefly controlled the Australian’s back but was quickly reversed by Della Maddalena. Despite some strong strikes from Muhammad, Della Maddalena’s wrestling defense remained formidable.
Round 5:
In a last-ditch effort, Belal Muhammad attempted to take the fight to the ground and managed to score a takedown. On his back, Jack Della Maddalena took some heavy shots, but he quickly recovered. In an intense sequence, Della Maddalena landed a massive strike that stunned Muhammad and sealed the fight.
In a crucial moment, Belal Muhammad chose to take the fight to the ground, successfully landing a powerful takedown on Jack Della Maddalena.
في لحظة حاسمة، قرر بلال محمد نقل المعركة إلى الأرض، حيث نجح في تنفيذ إسقاط قوي على جاك ديلا مادالينا. pic.twitter.com/0L9Ui6kMbB
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In the end, Jack Della Maddalena won by unanimous decision (48-47, 48-47, 49-46) and dethroned Belal Muhammad. The Australian is the new champion in the UFC under 77kg division!
Belal Muhammad lost the title after a strong performance, with Jack Della Maddalena winning the title via a unanimous decision from the judges (48-47, 48-47, 49-46), dethroning Belal Muhammad from the welterweight throne. pic.twitter.com/6nZnTJlnMt
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