Jun 28, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Viviane Araujo (red gloves) fights Tracy Cortez (blue gloves) during UFC 317 at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

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UFC 322 Featuring Jack Della Maddalena vs Islam Makhachev Gets Some New Exciting Matchups!

Jun 28, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Viviane Araujo (red gloves) fights Tracy Cortez (blue gloves) during UFC 317 at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Madison Square Garden has always been the ultimate stage for combat sports magic. From legendary boxing matches to unforgettable UFC moments, the venue carries a special energy that elevates every fight card. When the UFC books MSG, fans know they are in for something special. And UFC 322 on November 15 promises to deliver exactly that kind of electric atmosphere.

UFC 322 featuring Jack Della Maddalena vs Islam Makhachev gets some new exciting matchups that showcase the depth of talent across multiple weight classes. The card already boasted two title fights as its main attractions, with Islam Makhachev challenging Jack Della Maddalena for welterweight gold and Weili Zhang pursuing her second championship at flyweight against Valentina Shevchenko. Now, the UFC has loaded up the undercard with compelling fights that could easily headline smaller events!

Middleweight Division Takes Center Stage With Multiple Showcase Fights

The middleweight division dominates the newly announced bouts, with three separate 185-pound matchups that could shake up the rankings. Bo Nickal faces a big test against submission specialist Rodolfo Vieira. This marks Nickal’s first fight since suffering his initial professional loss to Reinier de Ridder. The wrestling phenom needs to prove he can bounce back from adversity while facing a multiple-time BJJ world champion.

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Meanwhile, Gregory Rodrigues brings serious knockout power into his clash with Roman Kopylov. He is fresh off his spectacular finish of Jack Hermansson at UFC 317. Perhaps the most intriguing middleweight bout features undefeated prospect Baisangur Susurkaev taking on Eric McConico. Susurkaev made headlines by fighting twice in the same week: once on Dana White’s Contender Series and again in his official UFC debut. The 10-0 fighter represents the kind of hungry, active competitor that makes the UFC’s talent pool so deep. McConico enters at 10-3-1 and provides a legitimate test for the rising prospect.

Women’s Divisions Add Star Power To Stacked UFC 322 Card

The women’s fights on UFC 322 bring their own compelling storylines and ranking implications. Tracy Cortez squares off against Erin Blanchfield in what promises to be a high level technical battle between two fighters looking to establish themselves as legitimate contenders. Both women possess well-rounded skill sets. This matchup could easily determine the next challenger, making it one of the card’s most important non-title fights.

Angela Hill faces Fatima Kline in another women’s bout that adds veteran experience to the card. Hill has been a mainstay in the UFC’s strawweight division for years, consistently facing tough competition while serving as a measuring stick for up and coming fighters. Her experience and durability make her a dangerous opponent for anyone, while Kline represents the next generation of fighters trying to break through. The combination of title fights, prospect showcases, and veteran matchups creates the perfect recipe for an unforgettable night at Madison Square Garden!

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Angela Hill

Baisangur Susurkaev

Bo Nickal

Eric McConico

Erin Blanchfield

Fatima Kline

Gregory Rodrigues

Jack Della Maddalena vs Islam Makhachev

Rodolfo Vieira

Roman Kopylov

Tracy Cortez

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Zaid Quraishi

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I am a dedicated MMA and Boxing content writer at The Playoffs. I was instantly hooked on MMA after watching the fight between Lyoto Machida vs. Gegard Mousasi back in 2014, and since then, i have been an avid writer with a deep love for the sport and its techniques, providing readers with a thorough understanding of the sport. My favorite aspect of working at The Playoffs is the creative freedom it provides. The diverse range of topics, from listicles and SEO to news articles, keeps me engaged and motivates me to continuously improve my skills! I aim to capture the excitement of the combat sports world in my writing, acting as the middleman between fighters and their die-hard fans. It is kind of like a referee, but with words!