NEW YORK – There's no doubt Islam Makhachev is one of the best fighters of his generation, but it looks like that's expanding further, at least according to UFC CEO Dana White.

Khabib Nurmagomedov had a front-row seat at Saturday’s pay-per-view in New York City as Islam Makhachev made history in the main event. After vacating his lightweight throne to pursue two-division glory, Makhachev dominated Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322 to become the eleventh fighter to achieve the multi-weight feat in UFC history.

Dana White didn't hold back when speaking about how Khabib Nurmagomedov's dad changed MMA forever, leading to Islam Makhachev's title reign.

Jon Jones has been working hard over the last month to do all he can to change Dana White’s mind and get added to the UFC’s card at the White House next year. The public campaign may be working.

Islam Makhachev vs. Jack Della Maddalena will square off in a Welterweight contest tonight (Sat. Nov 15, 2025) live on ESPN+ pay-per-view inside Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York for UFC 322.