Belal Muhammad Faces Jack Della Maddalena in Title Defense at UFC 315

Montreal, Canada — Belal Muhammad is set to defend his UFC welterweight title against Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 315 on May 10. After overcoming a serious toe injury, Muhammad looks to retain his championship amid a competitive division.

Muhammad, who won the title against former champion Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC 304, acknowledges that every fight is unpredictable. He initially aimed to defend against Rakhmonov but suffered an injury that delayed that matchup.

“That’s the crazy thing about this sport,” Muhammad said in an interview with MMA Fighting. “The train has to keep moving.” Despite the injuries that have sidelined Rakhmonov, Muhammad understands the stakes involved in his title defense.

Meanwhile, Della Maddalena is eager to seize the opportunity. The Australian fighter boasts an impressive record and has risen to the top through a series of significant victories. Della Maddalena’s confidence is buoyed by recent wins, including a notable finish against a top contender.

“I want to stay active,” Della Maddalena said. “After I beat Belal, I hope we can get another fight going soon.”

Both fighters are aware of the other contenders in the welterweight division, and Muhammad’s focus is entirely on defending his title against Della Maddalena. With fighters like Sean Brady and Ian Garry also in the mix, the division remains dynamic.

As UFC fans gear up for UFC 315, the tension builds around the title fight. With Muhammad’s title on the line, and Della Maddalena aiming for an upset, the bout promises to be exciting.

“I’ve got to win next weekend. Then after that, we can look at all the rest of these guys,” Muhammad added.