Jack Della Maddalena Wins Welterweight Title at UFC 315, Jose Aldo Retires

Reactions to Aldo`s Retirement

Following his retirement announcement, numerous UFC stars took to social media to express their admiration for Jose Aldo.

BMF titleholder Max Holloway posted: “Jose Aldo is a legend. Love to one of the greatest.”

UFC lightweight Renato Moicano wrote: “Absolutely legend!!! You had a great career!!! Enjoy your retirement legend !!”

UFC featherweight Dan Ige added: “[Jose Aldo] always a GOAT”

Jack Della Maddalena Reflects on His Performance

With the welterweight belt around his waist, Maddalena discussed his five-round war with Daniel Cormier.

He stated: “Coming in here against someone like Belal, with that sort of pressure, I knew I had to be smart.”

“Belal`s a tough dude, he`s not easy to put away.”

Celebrating his victory and country, he added: “Australia baby, we`ve got three of these [belts], lets go!”

Dana White Absent from Press Conference

UFC President Dana White notably missed the post-fight press conference.

Fans were left with concerns and unanswered questions as White did not appear after the event.

One fan commented: “Just resign at this point. Clearly wants nothing to do with the UFC anymore.”

Another fan reacted: “He doesn’t give a f— about the UFC anymore, it is very obvious.”

Maddalena`s Health Journey

Maddalena`s path back to becoming the new king of the welterweight division involved overcoming a potentially career-threatening infection.

His title shot came 14 months after he broke his left arm in a previous win, requiring surgery.

Ten days post-surgery, a second operation was needed due to an infection that caused the wound to split.

Della Maddalena spent nine days in the hospital on antibiotics.

He continued to face challenges, with multiple abscesses appearing in the wound over the following five weeks.

Valentina Shevchenko`s Post-Fight Thoughts

After her eighth successful title defense in the women`s Flyweight division, Shevchenko spoke to Daniel Cormier in the octagon.

She said: “She Fiorot is a hard opponent, a good striker, everything I was preparing for the fight, I was able to do.”

When asked about her longevity at the top level, she explained: “I keep going, numbers are nothing to me, it`s about how you feel mentally and physically, this is the most important.”

Vitor Belfort Inducted into UFC Hall of Fame

During the main card, it was announced that UFC icon Vitor Belfort would be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame.

He will be added to the pioneer wing, a fitting recognition for his contributions.

The Brazilian legend`s UFC career spanned from 1997 (UFC 12) to 2018.

With 25 fights in the UFC, Belfort became the Light-heavyweight champion in 2004 and still holds the record for the most first-round finishes in the promotion`s history, with 13.

Potential Next Opponent for Shevchenko

Following another dominant win from “The Bullet,” speculation turns to her next challenger.

This marked her eighth title defense, and with many previous opponents defeated, fresh contenders are needed.

Natalia Silva appears to be next in line after her impressive unanimous decision victory against Alexa Grasso.

Silva is expected to climb the rankings and could present a compelling new test for the flyweight champion.

What`s Next for Jack Della Maddalena?

Now boasting an 8-0 record in the UFC, Della Maddalena has rapidly ascended to become the undisputed UFC welterweight champion.

With several intriguing matchups in the top half of the 170lbs division, there is considerable speculation that lightweight champion Islam Makhachev could be next for a title shot.

Makhachev has expressed his desire to move up a division after successfully defending his lightweight belt multiple times.

With his training partner Belal Muhammad no longer holding the belt, Makhachev may look to challenge Della Maddalena to become a two-division champion.

Aldo Announces Retirement

After a tough loss, the former featherweight king Jose Aldo announced his retirement.

The UFC legend was seen taking off his gloves in the octagon and reflected on his career when speaking after the fight.

He said: “Thank you to Dana, for everybody at the UFC, for everything you`ve given me.”

He added: “I don`t think I have it in me anymore, everything was very tough, not just the weight cut.”

“I don`t want to go into war all the time, I think this is the last time you`ll see me.”

UFC 315 Full Card Results

UFC 315 delivered an exciting night of fights in Montreal, featuring 5 finishes and bouts with significant title implications. Here are the full results:

Main Card

• Jack Della Maddalena beat Belal Muhammad by unanimous decision.
• Valentina Shevchenko defeated Manon Fiorot by unanimous decision.
• Aiemann Zahabi beat Jose Aldo by unanimous decision.
• Natalia Silva won by unanimous decision against Alexa Grasso.
• Benoit Saint-Denis submitted Kyle Prepolec in the second round.

Prelims

• Mike Malott TKO`d Charles Radtke in round two.
• Jasmine Jasudavicius submitted Jessica Andrade in round one.
• Modestas Bukauskas beat Ion Cutelaba by split decision.
• Navajo Stirling beat Ivan Erslan by unanimous decision.

Early Prelims

• Marc-Andre Barriault defeats Bruno Silva by KO in round one.
• Daniel Santos beat Lee Jeong Yeong by unanimous decision.
• Bekzat Almakhan beat Brad Katona by KO in round one.

Australian Gold

With Della Maddalena now the welterweight champion, Australia proudly boasts three UFC world champions.

He joins former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker and current featherweight king Alexander Volkanovski as only the third Australian to claim UFC gold.

Jack Della Maddalena`s main event performance demonstrated his warrior spirit and proved he deserves to be a world champion.