There’s a lot of excitement surrounding the upcoming featherweight title matches. Paddy “The Baddy” Pimblett from Liverpool is set to face a tough opponent, former lightweight title challenger Michael Chandler. Pimblett, who turned 30 in January, has been on a roll with a perfect record of 6-0 since his debut in September 2021. His latest fight was impressive—a first-round submission win over King Green at UFC 304.
Chandler, at 38, is a seasoned fighter known for going after big challenges. Since his debut in January 2021, he has picked up five Performance Bonuses in six fights, but his record stands at 2-4. A win against Pimblett in Miami is crucial for him to stay in the running for a title shot.
Another exciting fight features Yair Rodriguez, a former interim champion, who will take on Patricio Pitbull. Rodriguez is looking to bounce back after losing to Volkanovski and Brian Ortega. He last held the interim title in January 2023, making this fight a chance to regain momentum in the featherweight scene. Pitbull, known for his striking and submission skills, has a record of 12 knockouts and 12 submissions. With 43 professional fights under his belt, he’s eager to make a strong impression in his UFC debut.
The main event of UFC 315 in Montreal is also generating buzz. Muhammad will face Della Maddalena, who has earned this title shot after an impressive run with seven straight wins in the Octagon. His last fight ended with a knockout victory over Gilbert Burns at UFC 299. Muhammad, unbeaten since April 2019, is ready to defend his title after clinching a win over Leon Edwards at UFC 304. This matchup marks an exciting step in both fighters’ careers.
Also on the UFC 315 card, Valentina Shevchenko will defend her flyweight title against Manon Fiorot. Shevchenko, a dominant force in women’s MMA, recently reclaimed her title after a tough trilogy with Alexa Grasso. Fiorot, who has yet to lose in the Octagon, is seen as a rising star after defeating strong opponents like Katlyn Cerminara and Rose Namajunas.
Due to Della Maddalena’s title shot, his original matchup with Edwards on March 22 has changed. Sean Brady will now step in for his second main event, having recently secured a decision win over Burns. For Brady, this fight could be his chance to climb the ranks, while Edwards is looking to reclaim his title after a long reign.
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