UFC 311: Makhachev vs. Moicano Rematch

UFC 311 features a lightweight title rematch between Islam Makhachev and Renato Moicano, plus bantamweight title fight and more.

UFC 311: Makhachev vs. Moicano Rematch

The first UFC pay-per-view event of the year is headlined by the highly anticipated rematch between Islam Makhachev and Renato Moicano for the UFC lightweight title. Makhachev, the No. 1 pound-for-pound fighter according to ESPN, is looking to defend his belt against Moicano, who stepped in on short notice after Arman Tsarukyan withdrew due to injury.

In the co-main event, Umar Nurmagomedov, Makhachev's training partner, challenges Merab Dvalishvili for the men's bantamweight title. This fight is also highly anticipated, as both fighters are coming off impressive victories.

The card also features former light heavyweight champions Jiří Procházka and Jamahal Hill facing off in what could be a No. 1 contender fight. Kevin Holland squares off with former One Championship title holder Reinier de Ridder in another exciting matchup.

Brett Okamoto, Andreas Hale, Jeff Wagenheim, and Dre Waters break down all the action from UFC's first PPV of 2025.

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