The Ultimate Fighting Championship schedules its second major event in as many weeks with UFC 325 set for Saturday at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia. This follows UFC 324 last week at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, marking the first consecutive numbered events for the organization since 2021.
Main Event: Featherweight Title Rematch
Featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski defends his title against Diego Lopes in the headline bout. Volkanovski previously secured a unanimous decision victory over Lopes at UFC 314, nine months earlier. Fighters and analysts anticipate a high-stakes rematch, with Volkanovski aiming to solidify his reign while Lopes seeks redemption and the championship.
Co-Main Event: Lightweight Showdown
In the co-feature, rising lightweight contender Benoît Saint Denis faces off against popular veteran Dan Hooker. This matchup promises intense action, pitting Saint Denis’s aggressive style against Hooker’s experience and fan appeal in a pivotal lightweight clash.
Additional Key Fight
The card also features a compelling lightweight bout between Mauricio Ruffy and Rafael Fiziev. Both strikers bring explosive power, setting the stage for a potential fight of the night contender.
Coverage of UFC 325 begins at 7 p.m. ET, offering live results, in-depth analysis, and highlights from the entire event as the action unfolds in Sydney.
