The recent intense man-to-man staredown between welterweight champion Belal Muhammad and contender Jack Della Maddalena has raised the stakes further with the main event around the corner. While being present for a press conference staredown ahead of their headlining bout at UFC 315 on Saturday, things escalated quickly when Maddalena’s extended fist triggered the reigning champion. Before things could have gotten out of hand, the UFC president, Dana White , and security intervened and resolved the face-to-face tiff to save it from becoming an explosive confrontation.
Fists almost flew as UFC 315 fighters Belal Muhammad and JDM’s face-off becomes heated
As a usual practice to address the fans and media ahead of any major UFC event, White indulges in the Q&A surrounding the sport. On Thursday, the UFC president mainly spilled the beans on Ilia Topuria’s next powerful bout as he eyes Islam Makhachev as a potential rival. After conversing with the media and fans, White had to go through an unforeseen and not ideal moment when Muhammad and Maddalena came face-to-face.
Despite the two contenders being cordial about their upcoming bout, the sudden dismissal by Muhammad of his opponent’s wide-stretched fist in front of his face caused White to take a quick measure to calm it down. By intervening between the two stars, White looked rather uncomfortable but succeeded in keeping the fighters apart. The showdown between Muhammad and Maddalena, live from Bell Centre in Montreal, Canada, on May 10, is set to be a huge turning point in the welterweight division, considering who bags the victory.
What is on the line for Belal Muhammad if he loses?
If Muhammad loses the fight against ‘JDM,’ it will push Makhachev to 170 lbs and enter another weight division to become a two-weight UFC champion. If ‘Remember The Name’ succeeds in retaining his title, he will be on the lookout to face a new contender, and his lightweight training partner, Makhanchev, can rest easy as of now from entering a new weight division.
With fans rooting for their favorites, it is certainly going to be an epic night full of MMA action. The sudden, intense moment between the fighters has indeed piqued the eagerness of the fans to witness the night.
Also Read: Belal Muhammad gets the heat as the welterweight champion is mocked amid UFC 315 sellout struggle
Fists almost flew as UFC 315 fighters Belal Muhammad and JDM’s face-off becomes heated
Not letting them get close! 👀@BullyB170 vs Jack Della Maddalena
— UFC (@ufc) May 8, 2025
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As a usual practice to address the fans and media ahead of any major UFC event, White indulges in the Q&A surrounding the sport. On Thursday, the UFC president mainly spilled the beans on Ilia Topuria’s next powerful bout as he eyes Islam Makhachev as a potential rival. After conversing with the media and fans, White had to go through an unforeseen and not ideal moment when Muhammad and Maddalena came face-to-face.
🗣️ Belal Muhammad: "You're about to see the greatest MMA performance you've ever seen in your life."
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) May 8, 2025
🗣️ Jack Della Maddalena: "I'd be pretty embarrassed if [Belal] broke me. He's never broken anyone."
🎥 @ufc #UFC315 pic.twitter.com/c36ZgnX4OT
Despite the two contenders being cordial about their upcoming bout, the sudden dismissal by Muhammad of his opponent’s wide-stretched fist in front of his face caused White to take a quick measure to calm it down. By intervening between the two stars, White looked rather uncomfortable but succeeded in keeping the fighters apart. The showdown between Muhammad and Maddalena, live from Bell Centre in Montreal, Canada, on May 10, is set to be a huge turning point in the welterweight division, considering who bags the victory.
The best looking, least blurry fight card in the game #UFC315 pic.twitter.com/ydeNdTDJEw
— FreeUFCbetPicks (@FreeUFCbetPicks) May 6, 2025
What is on the line for Belal Muhammad if he loses?
If Muhammad loses the fight against ‘JDM,’ it will push Makhachev to 170 lbs and enter another weight division to become a two-weight UFC champion. If ‘Remember The Name’ succeeds in retaining his title, he will be on the lookout to face a new contender, and his lightweight training partner, Makhanchev, can rest easy as of now from entering a new weight division.
With fans rooting for their favorites, it is certainly going to be an epic night full of MMA action. The sudden, intense moment between the fighters has indeed piqued the eagerness of the fans to witness the night.
Also Read: Belal Muhammad gets the heat as the welterweight champion is mocked amid UFC 315 sellout struggle
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