The upcoming featherweight title fight features two captivating matchups that are sure to draw attention. Firstly, Liverpool’s Paddy “The Baddy” Pimblett faces a significant challenge as he takes on former lightweight title contender Michael Chandler. Pimblett is riding high after delivering what many consider his best performance to date, achieving a first-round submission victory against King Green at UFC 304. The promising talent from Liverpool, who celebrated his 30th birthday in January, boasts an impressive record of 6-0 since his UFC debut in September 2021. If he triumphs over “Iron” Chandler, he could solidify his status as a contender in the 155-pound division.

At 38 years of age, Chandler has always sought high-stakes fights since entering the Octagon in January 2021. In his six UFC outings, he has earned five Performance Bonuses, yet his record stands at 2-4. To keep his championship dreams alive, Chandler must secure a victory against Pimblett in Miami.

Additionally, another noteworthy featherweight clash will unfold in South Florida, where former interim champion Yair Rodriguez prepares to face Patricio Pitbull. Rodriguez is eager for a win after clinching the interim title in January 2023 but has faced setbacks with consecutive losses against Volkanovski and Brian Ortega. A victory over the newcomer could propel the 32-year-old back into the title conversation. Meanwhile, Pitbull aims to make an unforgettable debut. Highly regarded as one of the best featherweights outside the UFC, the 37-year-old wants to swiftly position himself for a title shot after an extensive career comprising 43 professional fights. With a balanced skill set that includes 12 knockouts and 12 submissions, Pitbull is a formidable opponent.

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In a surprising turn, the main event for UFC 315 will see Muhammad take on Della Maddalena, who was initially scheduled to battle former champion Leon Edwards in London on March 22. Della Maddalena, hailing from Perth, deserves the title shot after an impressive record of seven consecutive wins in the Octagon, the latest being a knockout victory against Gilbert Burns at UFC 299. The 28-year-old, a graduate of Dana White’s Contender Series, faces a tough challenge in Muhammad, who hasn’t tasted defeat since April 2019. “Remember the Name” has taken a challenging path to UFC gold, recently clinching a decision win over Edwards at UFC 304, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting championship reign.

Joining the main event in Montreal, fans can also look forward to an eagerly awaited flyweight title bout featuring champion Valentina Shevchenko and France’s Manon Fiorot. Shevchenko, widely recognized as the greatest women’s flyweight of all time, reclaimed her title after a challenging saga with Alexa Grasso, culminating in a decision victory at UFC 306. With Fiorot now firmly in the title picture, the 34-year-old French fighter has yet to taste defeat, boasting an impressive 7-0 record in the Octagon, including notable wins over Katlyn Cerminara, Rose Namajunas, and Erin Blanchfield.

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In light of Della Maddalena’s title opportunity, his previous match against Edwards in London has been canceled. Taking his place, Sean Brady steps into the main event for his second shot. The Philadelphia fighter notched his first five-round win with a decision over Burns in September 2024, improving his Octagon record to 7-1. This matchup against Edwards could be his gateway to the title picture. Meanwhile, Edwards, recovering from a recent loss to Muhammad—the first since December 2015—is eager to reclaim his championship status, believing that one or two more victories could restore him to title contention.

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