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NEW YORK, NY – Long-standing Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) commentator Joe Rogan is set to return to the broadcast booth for UFC 322 this Saturday, November 16, 2025, as the promotion stages one of its most anticipated events of the year at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Rogan, a fixture for major U.S.-based pay-per-view broadcasts, will join play-by-play announcer Jon Anik and former two-division champion Daniel Cormier to call the action, as confirmed by UFC officials to MMA Fighting on Tuesday.
Rogan’s presence marks his return after sitting out UFC 321, which was held internationally in Abu Dhabi. Known for his deep understanding of mixed martial arts, his enthusiastic reactions, and his unique blend of fighter insight and casual analysis, Rogan has been an integral part of the UFC’s pay-per-view presentation for over two decades. His commentary style, often marked by a blend of technical breakdowns and raw emotional responses to fight-ending sequences, has become synonymous with the sport’s biggest moments. While his international travel schedule with the UFC has been curtailed in recent years, his participation in high-profile domestic events underscores the significance the promotion places on his contributions to the fan experience. The trio of Anik, Cormier, and Rogan has become the standard bearer for UFC’s premier events, offering a balanced perspective that combines Anik’s professional play-by-play, Cormier’s analytical breakdown from a competitor’s viewpoint, and Rogan’s seasoned, often philosophical, observations.
Further enhancing the broadcast team, Megan Olivi will be on-site at Madison Square Garden, providing real-time updates, fighter interviews, and behind-the-scenes reporting. Olivi’s extensive experience and rapport with the athletes contribute crucial ground-level insights, connecting viewers directly to the atmosphere and narratives unfolding throughout fight night.
UFC 322 carries additional weight beyond its stacked fight card. This event is slated as one of the final two pay-per-view broadcasts under the UFC’s current agreement with ESPN. A significant shift in the broadcasting landscape is on the horizon, as the UFC is scheduled to transition its numbered events to Paramount starting in January 2026. This move is expected to alter the pay-per-view model for subscribers, with future numbered events potentially included at no extra cost to Paramount platform users, a substantial change from the current ESPN+ pay-per-view structure. The financial and viewership implications of this transition are keenly observed by industry analysts, with potential shifts in subscriber engagement and accessibility for premium content.
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Headlining the monumental card is a welterweight championship bout featuring reigning champion Jack Della Maddalena defending his title against lightweight king Islam Makhachev. This contest represents a rare and highly anticipated champion-versus-champion clash, with Makhachev making a significant move up to the 170-pound division for the first time in his professional career.
Jack Della Maddalena, who has established himself as a formidable force in the welterweight division, enters this bout with a professional record reflecting his dominance. The Australian champion has showcased a lethal combination of precision striking, powerful boxing, and excellent defensive capabilities that have seen him overcome a string of elite contenders. His journey to the title involved a series of impressive victories, culminating in his championship triumph where he demonstrated both technical prowess and mental fortitude. Della Maddalena’s recent performances have highlighted his ability to control the octagon, dictate the pace, and finish opponents with calculated aggression. His striking accuracy, coupled with his strong takedown defense, makes him a difficult puzzle for any challenger. Against Makhachev, Della Maddalena will need to leverage his size and striking advantages while defending against the Dagestani’s renowned grappling game.
Islam Makhachev, the undisputed lightweight champion, steps into this welterweight challenge carrying an impressive record and a legacy built on suffocating grappling and relentless pressure. Makhachev, a protégé of Khabib Nurmagomedov and a product of the highly successful Dagestani wrestling system, has dominated the lightweight division with a style often described as unbreakable. His transition to welterweight is a bold move, seeking to join an exclusive club of multi-division champions. If successful, Makhachev would become only the 11th fighter in UFC history to hold titles in two different weight classes simultaneously or consecutively. Furthermore, he would distinguish himself as only the second athlete to capture both the welterweight and lightweight belts, a feat previously achieved solely by the legendary B.J. Penn. Makhachev’s relentless chain wrestling, top control, and submission game will be tested against a larger, powerful striker in Della Maddalena. The question of how his cardio and strength will translate at the heavier weight class will be a central narrative leading into the contest. His strategic approach and ability to implement his game plan against a larger opponent will be critical to his bid for a second divisional crown.
The co-main event promises another electrifying championship encounter, as Valentina Shevchenko puts her flyweight title on the line against former strawweight queen Zhang Weili. This fight also features a champion moving up in weight, showcasing the ambition of top-tier female athletes in the UFC.
Valentina "Bullet" Shevchenko has long been considered one of the most dominant champions in UFC history. Her reign over the flyweight division has been characterized by clinical precision, diverse striking, and exceptional grappling. Shevchenko’s professional record reflects her consistent excellence, with her only losses coming against elite competition, often at higher weight classes. Her technical proficiency in Muay Thai, coupled with her robust defensive wrestling, makes her an incredibly well-rounded and challenging opponent. Shevchenko’s ability to maintain composure under pressure and execute her game plan flawlessly has been a hallmark of her championship defenses. Against Weili, she will face a powerful and aggressive striker, requiring her to utilize her defensive footwork and counter-striking to full effect.
Zhang "Magnum" Weili, a two-time strawweight champion, brings a reputation for explosive power and an unrelenting offensive style. Weili’s ascent through the strawweight ranks and her thrilling championship bouts have cemented her status as one of the most exciting fighters in the sport. Her striking arsenal, which includes devastating combinations and significant knockout power, has led to numerous finishes. Weili’s transition to the flyweight division to challenge Shevchenko for a second title represents her ambition to achieve multi-divisional glory. Her recent performances have shown an evolution in her game, incorporating improved defensive techniques alongside her signature aggression. The challenge for Weili will be to impose her physicality and power on the technically superior Shevchenko, navigating the size difference and Shevchenko’s counter-striking. This bout is expected to be a high-stakes chess match between two of the most skilled female martial artists on the planet.
UFC 322 is scheduled to commence on Saturday night, November 16, from Madison Square Garden in New York. The pay-per-view main card is set to kick off at 10 p.m. ET (7 p.m. PT), available exclusively on ESPN+ pay-per-view for current subscribers. The preliminary bouts will precede the main card, building anticipation for what is widely regarded as a pivotal event in the UFC calendar.
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