Jun 7, 2025; Newark, New Jersey, UNITED STATES; Merab Dvalishvili (red gloves) shakes hands with Sean O’Malley (blue gloves) after a bantamweight title fight during UFC 316 at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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UFC 316 Fight Card: Know All The Fights On The Main Card, Prelims, And Early Prelims!

Get to know about all the fights on the main card, preliminary card and the early preliminary card for UFC 316!

The UFC has become a master at building revenge stories, and UFC 316 delivers one of the biggest rematches of the year. Sean O’Malley lost his bantamweight title to Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 306 last September. It was the end of one of the most colorful championship reigns in recent memory and the beginning of a Georgian wrestler’s dream run.

Newark’s Prudential Center will host this bantamweight title rematch on June 7th, marking the third straight year the venue has welcomed a major UFC event. The promotion seems to have found a sweet spot in New Jersey, where the crowds are loud and the atmosphere electric. This card stacks talent from top to bottom, featuring two title fights and several contenders looking to make their mark. From seasoned veterans trying to prove they still belong to rising stars ready to announce themselves, UFC 316 promises to deliver action across every weight class represented!

UFC 316 Main Card

The main event puts Merab Dvalishvili’s bantamweight title on the line against former champion Sean O’Malley in what promises to be a clash of styles. Dvalishvili brings his relentless wrestling and cardio that overwhelmed O’Malley in their first meeting. The Georgian’s pressure-heavy approach and endless gas tank make him a nightmare matchup for strikers. O’Malley, meanwhile, spent months recovering from hip surgery and claims he’s never felt better physically.

REMATCH LOADING…👀@MerabDvalishvil & @SugaSeanMMA go at it once again for the bantamweight title at #UFC316!

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— UFC (@ufc) April 20, 2025

The co-main event features another title fight that could steal the show. Julianna Pena defends her women’s bantamweight championship against Kayla Harrison, a two-time Olympic gold medalist in judo. Pena recently captured the title from Raquel Pennington in a5 round war. Harrison brings world-class grappling credentials and has looked dominant since joining the UFC.

Julianna Peña vs. Kayla Harrison #UFC316 pic.twitter.com/c7Icc4g6TT
— Jed I. Goodman © (@jedigoodman) April 11, 2025

Kelvin Gastelum faces Joe Pyfer in a middleweight clash that could have serious implications for both men’s careers. Gastelum has been around forever and needs a statement win to stay relevant in the division. Pyfer represents the new generation of middleweights, hungry and dangerous. Mario Bautista takes on UFC debutant Patchy Mix in a bantamweight scrap that could produce fireworks. Both men love to stand and trade, making this a potential fight of the night candidate. Vicente Luque squares off against Kevin Holland in the welterweight division. Luque’s proven finishing ability will meet Holland’s unpredictable striking and improved wrestling.

Here Are The UFC 316 Main Card Fights:

Fights	Weight Class
Merab Dvalishvili (C) vs Sean O’Malley	Men’s Bantamweight
Julianna Pena (C) vs Kayla Harrison	Women’s Bantamweight
Kelvin Gastelum vs Joe Pyfer	Middleweight
Mario Bautista vs Patchy Mix	Men’s Bantamweight
Vicente Luque vs Kevin Holland	Welterweight

UFC 316 Preliminary Card

The prelims feature several fighters looking to break into the main card conversation. Bruno Silva battles Joshua Van in a flyweight matchup that should showcase technical striking. Silva has been quietly building a winning streak. Van brings youth and athleticism but faces a step up in competition. Azamat Murzakanov meets Johnny Walker at light heavyweight. Murzakanov has shown flashes of brilliance but needs consistency. Walker represents a tough test for anyone in the division.

The heavyweight division gets represented when Sergey Spivac takes on Waldo Cortes-Acosta. Spivac’s submission skills make him dangerous for any heavyweight, while Cortes-Acosta brings the kind of power that can end fights instantly. Kalin Williams will take on Uros Medic in a welterweight battle to start off the preliminary card of UFC 316.

Here Are The UFC 316 Preliminary Card Fights:

Fights	Weight Class
Bruno Silva vs Joshua Van	Flyweight
Azamat Murzakanov vs Johnny Walker	Light Heavyweight
Sergey Spivac vs Waldo Cortes-Acosta	Heavyweight
Kalin Williams vs Uros Medic	Welterweight

UFC 316 Early Preliminary Card

The early prelims often produce the most surprising moments of any UFC card. Ariane Lipski faces Wang Cong in women’s flyweight action. Jeka Saragih battles Joo Sang Yoo at featherweight in what could be a sleeper hit. Both men bring exciting styles and something to prove. Quillan Salkilld meets Yanal Ashmouz in the lightweight division. These early fights set the tone for the entire event and often produce the most memorable knockouts.

Here Are The UFC 316 Early Preliminary Fights:

Fights	Weight Class
Ariane Lispski vs Wang Cong	Women’s Flyweight
Jeka Saragih vs Yoo Joo-Sang	Featherweight
Quillan Salkilld vs Yanal Ashmouz	Lightweight

(Image Credit: Vincent Carchietta – Imagn Images)

Julianna Pena

Kayla Harrison

Merab Dvalishvili

Sean O’Malley

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Zaid Quraishi

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