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Report: Sean O’Malley vs. Song Yadong Targeted for UFC 323 on Dec. 6

The potential matchup would signal a high‑risk route back for O’Malley after consecutive losses, with some analysts favoring Henry Cejudo instead.

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Overview

  • An X post from MMA insider Benny P, echoed by multiple outlets, says O’Malley vs. Yadong is in the works for UFC 323 on December 6, though the UFC has not confirmed the booking.
  • O’Malley is coming off back-to-back defeats to champion Merab Dvalishvili, including a submission loss in June 2025, leaving his next step under heightened scrutiny.
  • Song Yadong, ranked No. 5 at bantamweight, beat Henry Cejudo by technical decision in February with scores of 30–27, 29–28, 29–28 and has publicly called for a fight with O’Malley.
  • O’Malley has said it is possible he will not compete again this year, estimating November or December if he does return.
  • Commentary highlights the risk-reward calculus for O’Malley, with some urging a perceived easier bout against Cejudo and others noting a Yadong fight could complicate a path back to Dvalishvili.