UFC 316: Dvalishvili vs. O’Malley Rematch Set for Newark

NEWARK, New Jersey — UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili is set to defend his title against Sean O'Malley in a highly anticipated rematch on June 7, 2025, at Prudential Center. This event marks the UFC’s third visit to Newark and promises to deliver several exciting matchups.

Dvalishvili, who has an impressive 12-fight win streak, is coming off a dominant victory over O’Malley in their first encounter at UFC 306. O’Malley claims his performance was affected by health issues during that fight, but he is eager to reclaim the title this time around.

In a recent sit-down interview, O’Malley’s coach Tim Welsh expressed confidence in O’Malley’s preparation and highlighted their focus on wrestling to counter Dvalishvili’s dominant grappling style. Welsh stated, “We’re preparing for the worst… last time, we didn’t get to prepare for the worst.”

UFC 316 also features two title fights, including Julianna Peña defending her women’s bantamweight title against judo champion Kayla Harrison. Both fighters have striking records, with Harrison seeking her place as a contender in the division.

Another notable matchup on the card pits Joe Pyfer against Kelvin Gastelum. Pyfer looks to bounce back from a health scare that delayed his last fight, while Gastelum aims to rediscover his form after inconsistent performances.

The preliminary card includes promising fighters like Azamat Murzakanov and Quillan Salkilld, both looking to make a name for themselves on this high-profile night.

Fans can tune in to experience the excitement of UFC 316 live from Newark, starting with prelims at 8 p.m. ET, followed by the main card at 10 p.m. ET.