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What's next for the stars of UFC 315?
Cole Shelton - May 13, 2025
The UFC was in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, on Saturday for a solid UFC 315 card. The main event saw Belal Muhammad defending his welterweight title against Jack Della Maddalena, while the co-main event saw Valentina Shevchenko defending her flyweight belt against Manon Fiorot. Ultimately, it was Della Maddalena who pulled off the upset as he beat Muhammad by decision to become the new welterweight champion. Shevchenko, meanwhile, edged out a decision win over Fiorot to defend her belt. Following UFC 315, here is what I think should be next for the stars of the event.
John Lineker urges people to "share their burdens" following teammate's suicide
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 12, 2025
Losing someone close to you is always difficult to process. Currently, former ONE Bantamweight MMA World Champion John Lineker is grappling with grief after the passing of a young training partner. Depression and suicide represent a growing crisis among youth worldwide. The Brazilian striker has experienced this tragedy firsthand following the devastating decision made by a youthful teammate to end his own life.
Conor McGregor heaps praise on “GOAT” Valentina Shevchenko after UFC 315
Cole Shelton - May 12, 2025
Conor McGregor has plenty of praise for Valentina Shevchenko after she defeated Manon Fiorot at UFC 315. Shevchenko defended her flyweight title with a hard-fought decision win over Fiorot. It was a great performance from Shevchenko, and after the win, Conor McGregor took his Instagram story to heap praise on the champ.
46-year-old UFC veteran Andrei Arlovski booked for tough BKFC debut
BJ Penn Staff - May 12, 2025
Former UFC heavyweight champion Andrei Arlovski is closing in on 50 years old, but he’s not done fighting yet. He’s now set to debut with BKFC. Arlovski, now 46, enjoyed two lengthy stints with the UFC. In fact, he has the second most fights in Octagon history, at 42.
Olympic wrestler and former UFC hopeful Kyle Snyder arrested in prostitution sting
BJ Penn Staff - May 12, 2025
Most hardcore UFC fans know the name Kyle Snyder. He won a gold medal in freestyle wrestling at the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, and around the same time, talked a bit about moving to MMA to fight for the promotion. The former UFC hopeful has found himself in hot water.
Sean Brady explains why he believes Jack Della Maddalena will do better than people think against Islam Makhachev
Cole Shelton - May 12, 2025
UFC welterweight contender Sean Brady believes Jack Della Maddalena vs Islam Makhachev will be a closer fight than people think. Della Maddalena became the UFC welterweight champion on Saturday with a decision win over Belal Muhammad. After the win, Makhachev called to get that fight to try and become a champ-champ. If that is indeed the next fight, it would be an intriguing matchup, and Brady believes it’s a closer fight than people think.
WATCH | Jack Della Maddalena discusses next fight with Dana White after UFC 315
BJ Penn Staff - May 12, 2025
Just moments after winning the UFC welterweight title last weekend, Jack Della Maddalena was on the phone with the promotion’s CEO Dana White to discuss his next move. Australia’s Della Maddalena won the title in the main event of Saturday’s UFC 315 card in Montreal, defeating Belal Muhammad by decision in a thrilling five-round scrap.
Khamzat Chimaev explains why he mocked Belal Muhammad following UFC 315 title loss
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 12, 2025
Khamzat Chimaev isn’t exactly feeling bad for Belal Muhammad following UFC 315. Muhammad lost the UFC Welterweight Championship to Jack Della Maddalena in Montreal this past Saturday. While many believe it was the most exciting fight Muhammad has ever been in, it didn’t lead to a successful title defense. Maddalena did an effective job stuffing takedowns, which allowed him to work his striking.
Belal Muhammad made huge mistake at UFC 315, says former world champion
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 12, 2025
One former UFC champion is baffled by Belal Muhammad’s strategy in his UFC 315 loss to Jack Della Maddalena. Muhammad put the UFC Welterweight Championship at stake for the first time this past Saturday. “Remember the Name” hung in tough throughout the title fight, but the striking of Maddalena was on point. Muhammad also didn’t have the same success in the grappling that he’s been used to, and all factors ultimately led to a unanimous decision win for Maddalena.
Tom Aspinall provides fresh update on potential Jon Jones fight
Harry Kettle - May 12, 2025
UFC interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall has provided an update on a potential fight against Jon Jones. There’s been a lot said on this subject over the course of the last few months – and really, over the course of the last year. Tom Aspinall is desperate to lock down a fight against Jon Jones, but unfortunately, the undisputed heavyweight champion just doesn’t seem to be all that interested. He continues to wait, seemingly negotiating with the UFC over the right kind of deal, and fans are getting a little bit tired of it.
Magomed Ankalaev makes claim regarding possible Alex Pereira rematch
Harry Kettle - May 12, 2025
UFC light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev has provided an update on a potential rematch against Alex Pereira. As we know, Magomed Ankalaev is the king of the light heavyweight division. He earned that title as a result of beating Alex Pereira to claim the belt back at UFC 313. Ever since then, fans have been wondering whether or not we’re going to see these two men run it back for the championship at some point in the future.
Dan Hooker provides update following second hand surgery
Harry Kettle - May 12, 2025
UFC lightweight contender Dan Hooker has provided an update on his current status following his second hand surgery. As we know, Dan Hooker is the definition of a warrior. He has been involved in some of the craziest wars we’ve ever seen in the lightweight division, and despite some of his setbacks, he’s still viewed as a top star at 155 pounds. Unfortunately, after an injury that led to his scheduled bout with Justin Gaethje being called off, ‘Hangman’ is on the outside looking in once again as he continues his recovery.
Jose Aldo doesn't rule out another fight in emotional statement after UFC 315
Harry Kettle - May 12, 2025
UFC legend Jose Aldo didn’t 100% rule out another fight in the Octagon, despite seemingly retiring at UFC 315 last weekend. As we know, Jose Aldo is one of the best champions in the history of mixed martial arts. He has achieved some incredible things throughout the course of his iconic career, but last Saturday night, he fell short in his bout with Aiemann Zahabi. He lost a super tight decision, but he certainly put forward a solid effort – and even came close to finishing his opponent in the third and final round.
Schooled in the Circle, excelling in the classroom: Stamp Fairtex's double life
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 12, 2025
Former three-sport queen Stamp Fairtex isn’t wallowing in despair while recovering from her knee injury. As her body heals, the Thai superstar is strengthening her mind by pursuing higher education with a Master’s degree. Earlier this year, the combat sports phenom earned her bachelor’s degree in Digital Marketing with an impressive 3.62 GPA. This achievement demonstrates her dedication to excellence beyond the ONE Championship Circle.
Fabricio Andrade open to showdown with Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 12, 2025
Reigning ONE Bantamweight MMA World Champion Fabricio Andrade is ready for his next challenge. In fact, he’s calling for contenders to step up and face him. This past January, the Brazilian champion demolished old rival Kwon Won Il at ONE 170 in less than 60 seconds. He successfully defended his title inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Impact Arena that night. By doing so, he extended his MMA winning streak to seven consecutive victories.
Valentina Shevchenko called out by UFC 315 winner following successful title defense
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 11, 2025
Valentina Shevchenko may have a new credible threat in the women’s flyweight division. Shevchenko is the reigning UFC titleholder at 125 pounds, and she had a successful defense this past Saturday. “Bullet” thwarted the challenge of Manon Fiorot in the co-main event of UFC 315 in Montreal. Shevchenko scored a unanimous decision victory to retain her gold.
Aiemann Zahabi details key advice Georges St-Pierre shared with him prior to UFC 315 win over Jose Aldo
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 11, 2025
Aiemann Zahabi revealed a key piece of advice UFC Hall of Famer Georges St-Pierre shared with him ahead of UFC 315. Zahabi shared the Octagon with the legendary Jose Aldo inside Bell Centre in Montreal this past Saturday. Zahabi had to overcome adversity in the fight, as he was knocked down and forced to retreat before getting his opponent to the mat. The bout went the distance, and Zahabi was awarded the unanimous decision victory.
Valentina Shevchenko hopes Manon Fiorot doesn't follow through with UFC 315 bet
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 11, 2025
Valentina Shevchenko emerged victorious over Manon Fiorot on Saturday, but she doesn’t want her UFC 315 opponent to hold up her end of a bet. Shevchenko was able to overcome the size advantage that the challenger had. When Fiorot was able to win the grappling exchanges, she couldn’t muster up much damage. This allowed Shevchenko to take over the fight with her pinpoint striking, earning her a unanimous decision win.