Jack Della Maddalena’s ascent from Perth hopeful to UFC welterweight champion culminates in a marquee title defense against former lightweight ruler Islam Makhachev at UFC 322. Head coach Ben Vickers outlined the strategic blueprint in a recent Submission Radio interview, detailing how his fighter’s size, strength and championship experience will shape the contest at Madison Square Garden.
Jack Della Maddalena’s strategy against Islam Makhachev
Vickers began by acknowledging the magnitude of headlining the fabled New York arena. “Obviously, Perth is where we’re from and where we’d love to fight and Jack would love to main event a card in his hometown.