Overview
- UFC 322 is set for Nov. 15 in New York, with former lightweight champion Islam Makhachev challenging welterweight titleholder Jack Della Maddalena.
- Della Maddalena told Fox Sports Australia he plans to surprise Makhachev in grappling after work with coach Craig Jones.
- In his title win over Belal Muhammad, Della Maddalena stuffed six of nine takedown attempts and says he welcomes wrestling exchanges.
- Analyst Angelo Bodetti questioned whether added size could sap Makhachev’s stamina given taxing past five-round fights.
- Ex-teammate Josh Thomson and manager Ali Abdelaziz argued a smaller weight cut will leave Makhachev stronger and fresher, as social media reaction splits on who holds the edge.