Anticipated UFC Battles Slated for May: A Countdown
UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs. Figueiredo
Buckle Up: Cory Sandhagen vs Deiveson Figueiredo
Get ready for a thrilling bantamweight showdown! This explosive matchup heads the first-ever UFC event in Des Moines, IA. Mark your calendars for May 3, 2025.
Cory "The Sandman" Sandhagen returns, facing his first bout since dropping a decision to UFC title contender Umar Nurmagomedov last August. Sandhagen has a sparkling resume, with victories over Hall of Famer Frankie Edgar, Marlon Vera, Marlon Moraes, and more.
Despite a recent decision loss to Petr Yan, Deiveson "Deus Da Guerra" Figueiredo is determined to reclaim victory. Both fighters possess powerful striking skills and have managed impressive win streaks, so expect nothing short of a fierce, action-packed encounter.
Locked and Loaded: Reinier de Ridder vs Bo Nickal
On May 3, the Wells Fargo Arena will host another electric bout—the co-main event featuring wrestling prodigy Bo Nickal and Reinier de Ridder.
Nickal combines wrestling prowess with growing mixed martial arts skill, as he remains unbeaten. Meanwhile, former ONE Championship titleholder de Ridder, a submission specialist, will challenge Nickal on the mat. This contest promises another intriguing showdown of styles.
The Welterweight Title Showdown: Belal Muhammad vs Jack Della Maddalena
The Countdown to UFC 315 begins! On Sunday, May 11, the welterweight crown will be on the line, as Belal "Remember The Name" Muhammad defends his title against Jack Della Maddalena at the Bell Centre in Montreal, Canada.
Since capturing the title with a commanding decision win over Leon Edwards last July, Muhammad has been unstoppable, with victories over Gordon Burns, Sean Brady, and Vicente Luque. Della Maddalena, on a 17-fight win streak, aims to claim his first UFC title in a dream-come-true moment.
Flyweight legend: Valentina Shevchenko vs Manon Fiorot
On May 11, the co-main event of UFC 315 will see pound-for-pound great Valentina "Bullet" Shevchenko defend her flyweight title against Manon Fiorot. The reigning champion boasts an impressive win streak, featuring victories over former champions Alexa Grasso, Jessica Andrade, and Joanna Jedrzejczyk, as well as current bantamweight champion Julianna Pena. However, Fiorot, a technical master and winner of 12 straight fights, brings aspirations of becoming the first French fighter to capture an undisputed UFC title.
Brazilian firepower: Gilbert Burns vs Michael Morales
The welterweight division heats up with a key clash between veterans Gilbert Burns and Michael Morales at the UFC APEX on May 11. Known for his submitted talents in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, former title challenger Burns has faced—and defeated—the best in the division, with notable wins over Tyron Woodley, Jorge Masvidal, and Stephen Thompson. Morales, a rapidly rising star, boasts an unblemished record and is looking to crack the top 10. His last outing ended with a first-round knockout of Neil Magny.
- Following the bantamweight showdown, the UFC event in Des Moines will feature Reinier de Ridder and Bo Nickal in a sandy arena, competing in a sports contest that promises another electrifying showdown.
- In the same event, the co-main event will see Deiveson Figueiredo and Cory Sandhagen sending their punches in a UFC fight, reigniting the rivalry between two mighty bantamweights with impressive win streaks.
- As the UFC Fight Night concludes, Rugby may take a backseat, but UFC 315 is set to capture the sports world's attention with a welterweight title showdown between Belal Muhammad and the rising star Jack Della Maddalena.
- The co-main event of UFC 315 will not disappoint either, as flyweight legend Valentina Shevchenko defends her title against Manon Fiorot, a technical master with ambitious aspirations of becoming the first French fighter to capture an undisputed UFC title.
