Jack Della Maddalena admits Islam Makhachev loss ‘haunted me for a few nights’

Jack Della Maddalena, who had never lost in the UFC before facing Islam Makhachev, admitted the defeat 'haunted me for a few nights' after losing the welterweight title at UFC 322 in November 2025. He is set to make his return on Saturday at UFC Perth, where he will face Carlos Prates in the main event. Speaking at media day on Wednesday, Della Maddalena acknowledged the loss lingered but said he is focused on bouncing back.