The UFC is making a thrilling return to the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec, with UFC 315 on Saturday, May 10. This marks the first time in a decade that the organization has held an event in this historic arena, known for hosting iconic fights, including those of legendary fighter Georges St-Pierre.
The main event features Belal Muhammad defending his welterweight title against Australia's Jack Della Maddalena. Muhammad, a strong contender in the welterweight division, is looking to solidify his legacy in the same venue where St-Pierre made history. Della Maddalena was originally slated to fight Leon Edwards in London, but a late injury to Shavkat Rakhmonov shifted him to this title bout in Canada.
A second title fight on the UFC 315 card showcases Valentina Shevchenko, who is defending her women’s flyweight title for the first time in her second reign. After three hard-fought battles against Alexa Grasso, Shevchenko will face Manon Fiorot, a determined contender from France. Fiorot has been on an impressive winning streak, with her only loss coming in her professional debut against future Bellator featherweight star Leah McCourt.
In addition to these title fights, the main card also features former women's flyweight champion Alexa Grasso, who is matched against the rising star Natalia Silva. Grasso seeks to re-establish her position in the division after a tightly contested title series with Shevchenko.
Fans will also be excited to see UFC legend Jose Aldo in action. Aldo is looking to bounce back after a controversial loss to Mario Bautista in his previous fight. Known as "The King of Rio," he will compete against Montreal's own Aiemann Zahabi in a bantamweight matchup that promises to be a thrilling encounter.
The excitement continues leading up to the event, with the UFC holding a pre-fight press conference at the Bell Centre on Thursday. Fans can watch the live stream of the press conference starting at 5:00 PM ET (2:00 PM PT), where fighters will share their thoughts and strategies before the highly anticipated fights.
UFC 315 is set to be a landmark event featuring intense matchups and significant implications for the welterweight and women’s flyweight divisions. From Muhammad's title defense to Shevchenko's clash with Fiorot, this card promises to deliver unforgettable moments for fans in Montreal and around the world. Mark your calendars and get ready for a night of electrifying action on May 10.
