Belal Muhammad and Jack Della Maddalena are set to face off at UFC 315. Their bout is the 12th fight out of 12 on the Main Card. This is a Welterweight division match, meaning both fighters will compete at 170 lbs (77.1 kg). 

Considering the last five matches, both players have been on a perfect ride, winning all their matches. This match is unique because on the line is the UFC Welterweight Championship title, which Belal Muhammad is currently holding.  Here’s a quick breakdown—and who could be the smarter bet?

Fighters’ Profiles and Strength

Belal Muhammad – WWWWW

Belal Muhammad, also known as “Remember the Name,” has an impressive MMA record with 24 wins and 3 losses. He is currently on a 10-fight win streak. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Belal is ranked 58th in the Worldwide MMA Rankings as one of the greatest fighters of all time. 

He holds the number 1 spot as the best welterweight fighter and is ranked 7th in the current pound-for-pound rankings. In 2022, he was ranked 15th as MMA Fighter of the Year, and in 2024, he earned the 10th spot.

In his professional MMA career, Belal has fought 27 times. His record includes 5 wins and 1 loss by TKO, 1 win by submission, and 18 wins and 2 losses by decision. From 2012 to 2014, he secured 2 wins in Bellator MMA. From 2016 to 2024, he competed in the UFC, where he achieved 15 wins, 3 losses, and 1 no-contest.

Belal won notable fights against Leon Edwards, Gilbert Burns, and Vicente Luque, all by unanimous decision. His fight against Shavkat Rakhmonov, scheduled for December 2024, was cancelled.

Jack Della Maddalena – WWWWW

Jack Della Maddalena has a professional record of 17 wins and 2 losses. His most recent fight was on March 9, 2024, at UFC 299 against Gilbert Burns. Jack won the fight with a knee-to-ground technical knockout in the third round, earning the UFC 299 Performance of the Night bonus. Before this, he defeated top fighter Kevin Holland at UFC Fight Night, winning by split decision. He also received the UFC Fight Night Fight of the Night award for his victory over Bassil Hafez in 2023, which was also by split decision.

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In the worldwide rankings, Jack is currently the 5th best welterweight fighter, the 31st best pound-for-pound fighter, the 98th top fan favorite, and the 17th MMA Fighter of the Year for 2022. His career wins include 12 technical knockouts, 2 submissions, and 3 unanimous decisions. His 2 losses came by submission and decision.

Jack first competed in the Dana White Contender Series (DWCS) in 2021, where he won his match by decision. The following year, he signed with the UFC and has fought seven times, winning them all.

What time is the fight?

The fight kicks off live on Saturday, 05.10.2025 at 06:30 PM ET

Location: Centre Bell, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

How Can I Watch It?

If you’re interested, you can watch it on ESPN+ Pay-per-view.

Statistical Matchup

Final Prediction

Jack has quickly become a strong contender thanks to his high-level striking. He moves well, switches stances, and throws powerful combinations with smart timing. While he may not have the best size or speed, he consistently lands strikes on opponents who might be more naturally gifted. With an MMA record of 17-2 and an undefeated 8-0 Record in the UFC, Della Maddalena is in great form.

He mixes up his strikes to the body and head, rarely falls for feints, and often gets his opponents to react to his own feints. He has a knack for landing the right strike at the right moment. One area where Della Maddalena could improve is by increasing the volume of his jab. This is a strike that has given Gilbert Burns problems, especially as a counter to Burns’ kicks. As a heavy favorite in this fight, Della Maddalena has good reason to be confident, as he’s perfect in the UFC so far.

BOUT TO BE WON BY A POINT VICTORY

DELLA MADDALENA TO WIN

DELLA MADDALENA TO WIN BY POINTS

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