UFC 315 Preview: Title Fights, Aldo's Return & Montreal’s MMA Comeback

Jose Hernandez • May 1, 2025

UFC 315 Preview

The UFC returns to Montreal on Saturday, May 10, for the first time in over a decade with UFC 315 — a blockbuster card featuring two title fights, legendary names, and rising contenders ready to make a statement.


  • Location: Bell Centre, Montreal, Quebec
  • Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025
  • Broadcast: ESPN / ESPN+ / Disney+


Main Event: Welterweight Championship


Belal Muhammad (C) vs. Jack Della Maddalena


Belal Muhammad makes his first defense of the UFC welterweight title after dominating Leon Edwards to claim the belt. Riding an 11-fight unbeaten streak, Muhammad's elite cardio, pressure, and wrestling make him a formidable champion.

Jack Della Maddalena, the dangerous Australian finisher, brings a 7-0 UFC record and highlight-reel striking to his first title opportunity. His recent wins over Kevin Holland and Gilbert Burns showed he’s more than just a knockout artist — he’s ready for five rounds.


Co-Main Event: Women’s Flyweight Title


Valentina Shevchenko (C) vs. Manon Fiorot


After reclaiming her belt in the trilogy against Alexa Grasso, Shevchenko returns as the queen of the flyweights. She’s 10-1-1 at 125 lbs and remains one of the most dominant female fighters in UFC history.

Fiorot, riding a perfect 7-0 UFC record, has defeated Rose Namajunas and Erin Blanchfield en route to this title shot. Her size, movement, and striking output could pose problems for Shevchenko — but can she rise to the moment?


Featured Main Card Bouts


Jose Aldo vs. Aiemann Zahabi


UFC Hall of Famer Jose Aldo returns in a bantamweight clash with Canadian standout Aiemann Zahabi. Aldo is chasing one final run at gold, while Zahabi enters on a five-fight win streak and will have the Bell Centre crowd behind him.


Alexa Grasso vs. Natalia Silva


Former flyweight champ Alexa Grasso looks to bounce back against undefeated Brazilian prospect Natalia Silva, who’s tearing through the division with speed, power, and confidence.


UFC 315 Preliminary Card Highlights


  • Mike Malott vs. Charles Radtke
    Canadian fan-favorite Malott takes on Radtke in an explosive welterweight tilt.
  • Jessica Andrade vs. Jasmine Jasudavicius
    Former strawweight champ Andrade meets rising Canadian contender Jasudavicius at 125 lbs.
  • Modestas Bukauskas vs. Ion Cutelaba
    Light heavyweight sluggers collide in what promises to be a violent affair.
  • Navajo Sterling vs. Ivan Erslan
    Contender Series winner Sterling gets a big test against Croatian knockout artist Erslan.
  • Marc-Andre Barriault vs. Bruno Silva
    Two middleweights aiming to snap losing skids in a must-win fight.
  • Daniel Santos vs. JeongYeong Lee
    Featherweights square off in a fast-paced matchup featuring the hard-hitting Lee.
  • Brad Katona vs. Bekzat Almakhan
    TUF winner Brad Katona opens the night against the heavy-handed Almakhan.


UFC 315 is shaping up to be one of the biggest events of the year — and a historic night for Canadian MMA fans.

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