UFC 316: Dvalishvili vs. O’Malley 2 & Peña vs Harrison

UFC 316 – Championship Doubleheader Returns to Newark’s Prudential Center

The Octagon Comes Back to New Jersey for Another Historic Night of Fights

Get ready, fight fans — UFC 316 is set to take over Newark’s Prudential Center once again with a thrilling night of championship bouts and top-tier MMA action. Following a record-breaking gate at UFC 302 in 2024, the UFC is returning for its 11th event at the “Rock”, making this the third consecutive year that the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization has chosen Newark as a marquee destination.

📍 Location: Prudential Center, 25 Lafayette St, Newark, NJ
🎟️ Tickets: Available through official UFC and Prudential Center outlets
🌐 Event Info: UFC.com | Prudential Center

🥇 UFC 316 Main Event – Bantamweight Title Rematch

Merab Dvalishvili returns to defend his bantamweight crown in a must-see rematch against fan-favorite “Suga” Sean O’Malley. Expect fireworks as Dvalishvili’s relentless grappling and cardio clash with O’Malley’s elite striking in a battle for 135-pound supremacy.

🥋 Co-Main Event – Women’s Bantamweight Championship Showdown

Former champion Julianna Peña steps back into the spotlight to take on Kayla Harrison, the two-time Olympic gold medalist in judo who’s rapidly rising through the UFC ranks. This is a potential passing of the torch—or a triumphant return.

🥊 Confirmed Fights on the UFC 316 Fight Card (Subject to Change):

• Marlon “Chito” Vera (No. 7 bantamweight) vs. Mario Bautista (No. 10) – A high-stakes showdown between two dynamic strikers.
• Bruno Silva (No. 12 flyweight) vs. Joshua Van (No. 14) – Young talent and veteran grit collide in the flyweight division.
• Johnny Walker (No. 10 light heavyweight) vs. Azamat Murzakanov (No. 12) – A battle between explosive power and undefeated precision.
• Ariane da Silva (No. 14 flyweight) vs. Wang Cong – Da Silva looks to hold her ranking against rising Chinese star Cong.

🎯 Why UFC 316 at the Prudential Center Is a Can’t-Miss Event

• Historic venue in Newark, NJ, minutes from NYC
• Electric atmosphere with some of the loudest fans in MMA
• Easy access via NJ Transit, PATH, and major highways
• Surrounded by great local dining, hotels, and nightlife

Whether you’re a die-hard UFC follower or new to MMA, UFC 316 promises to deliver world-class combat sports right here in New Jersey. Mark your calendars—this one is going to be a knockout night.

📍 Explore More:

• Prudential Center Event Calendar
• Official UFC Fight Card & Updates

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