6/5/2025 BLOG UPDATE

UFC & MMA News: April–May 2025 Recap and June Preview

The past two months have been eventful in the world of mixed martial arts, with significant fights, title changes, and emerging talents making headlines. Here's a comprehensive look at the key happenings and what's on the horizon.

April & May 2025 Highlights

UFC 314: Volkanovski vs. Lopes (April 12, Miami, FL)
Alexander Volkanovski defended his featherweight title against Diego Lopes in a thrilling bout that showcased both fighters' striking and grappling skills. Volkanovski's experience and adaptability secured him a unanimous decision victory, reaffirming his dominance in the division.

UFC 315: Muhammad vs. Della Maddalena (May 10, Montreal, Canada)
Belal Muhammad faced rising star Jack Della Maddalena in a welterweight clash. Muhammad's relentless pressure and wrestling acumen earned him a decision win, solidifying his position as a top contender. 

UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs. Figueiredo (May 3, Des Moines, IA)
Cory Sandhagen and Deiveson Figueiredo delivered an action-packed main event, with Sandhagen's reach and striking versatility giving him the edge. He secured a unanimous decision, positioning himself for a potential title shot.

Emerging Talent: Ian Machado Garry
At UFC Kansas City on April 26, Ian Machado Garry defeated Carlos Prates by unanimous decision, improving his record to 16-1. This victory propelled him into the top 10 welterweight rankings, replacing Gilbert Burns. 

Upcoming Events: June 2025

UFC 316: Dvalishvili vs. O'Malley 2 (June 7, Newark, NJ)
A highly anticipated bantamweight title rematch headlines UFC 316, with champion Merab Dvalishvili defending against Sean O'Malley. Dvalishvili aims for his 13th consecutive UFC win, potentially joining the ranks of Khabib Nurmagomedov and Jon Jones. O'Malley, seeking redemption, has made significant lifestyle changes, including abandoning his signature rainbow hair, to focus on reclaiming the title.

The co-main event features Julianna Peña defending her women's bantamweight title against Olympic judo gold medalist Kayla Harrison. Other notable fights include Kelvin Gastelum vs. Joe Pyfer, Patchy Mix's UFC debut against Mario Bautista, and a welterweight bout between Kevin Holland and Vicente Luque.

UFC Fight Night: Usman vs. Buckley (June 14, Atlanta, GA)
Former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman returns to face Joaquin Buckley in a compelling matchup. The card also features Rose Namajunas vs. Miranda Maverick and Michael Chiesa vs. Court McGee. 

UFC on ABC: Hill vs. Rountree Jr. (June 21, Baku, Azerbaijan)
Jamahal Hill squares off against Khalil Rountree Jr. in a light heavyweight showdown. This event marks the UFC's debut in Azerbaijan, expanding its global footprint. 

UFC 317: Topuria vs. Oliveira (June 28, Las Vegas, NV)
Featherweight champion Ilia Topuria defends his title against former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira. This clash of styles promises fireworks in the main event. 

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