The UFC generated excitement on Tuesday as CEO Dana White unveiled significant news: two championship fights in the bantamweight division are set for the organization`s return to New Jersey.
Through social media, White disclosed that UFC 316, scheduled for June 7 at the Prudential Center in Newark, will be headlined by a highly anticipated rematch for the bantamweight title. Merab Dvalishvili will defend his championship against Sean O`Malley in a second clash. Their initial encounter at UFC 306 last September saw Dvalishvili claim victory over O`Malley via unanimous decision in the main event.
Adding to the card`s excitement, the co-main event will feature Julianna Peña, the two-time women’s bantamweight titleholder, making the first defense of her newly acquired championship against Kayla Harrison.
Following Dana White`s announcement, analysts have begun to share their reactions, discussing the significance of these matchups and the overall impact on the UFC landscape.
Marcus Blakely