Muhammad vs Jack Della Maddalena

strikevision1
May 7
2 min read

Belal’s wrestling. Jack’s striking. Two surging forces on a collision course. Who has the statistical edge? Let’s take a look.

Profiles:

Belal Muhammad: Known as "Remember the Name," Belal Muhammad is the reigning UFC Welterweight Champion, celebrated for his relentless pressure, exceptional cardio, and high fight IQ. His ability to adapt and control the pace has been pivotal in his rise to the top of the division. In his title-winning performance against Leon Edwards at UFC 304, he dominated Edwards with relentless wrestling and showcased resilience to secure a unanimous decision victory.

Quick Stats

Record: 24-3-0 (1 NC)
Age: 36
Height: 5'11"
Weight: 169 lbs
Reach: 72"
Stance: Orthodox
Team: Valle Flow Striking
UFC Record: 15-3 (1 NC)
Finishes: 5 KO/TKO, 1 Submission
Notable Wins: Leon Edwards, Gilbert Burns, Sean Brady, Stephen Thompson, Demian Maia

Jack Della Maddalena : Hailing from Perth, Australia, Jack Della Maddalena is a dynamic striker renowned for his calm demeanor and finishing prowess. With a background in boxing, he employs a calculated approach to dismantle opponents, often ending fights with precise, powerful strikes. Since joining the UFC in 2022, Della Maddalena has compiled an undefeated UFC record of 7-0, quickly establishing himself as a formidable contender in the welterweight division. His recent knockout victory over Gilbert Burns at UFC 299 highlighted his resilience and striking acumen.

Quick Stats

Record: 17-2-0
Age: 28
Height: 5'11"
Weight: 170 lbs
Reach: 73"
Stance: Switch
Team: Scrappy MMA
UFC Record: 7-0
Finishes: 12 KO/TKO, 2 Submissions
Notable Wins: Gilbert Burns, Randy Brown, Kevin Holland

Core Stats Comparison

Offensive Breakdown:

When examining their offensive stats, Maddalena appears to have the striking edge. He boasts a 55% striking accuracy compared to Muhammad’s 44%, and he lands over two more significant strikes per minute than the champion. However, the grappling advantage clearly belongs to Muhammad. With a 39% takedown accuracy and an average of 2.28 takedowns attempted per 15 minutes, his game is built around pressure wrestling and positional control. Neither fighter poses a serious submission threat, as both maintain negligible submission averages.

Defense Breakdown:

Maddalena holds the edge in striking defense, sitting at 67%—a full 10 percentage points higher than Muhammad. That said, he absorbs more strikes on average than Belal(4.27 strikes absorbed per minute vs Belal's 3.48). On the ground, Maddalena’s takedown defense stands at a solid 69%, though we’ve seen it tested under pressure, particularly in his bouts against Gilbert Burns and Bassil Hafez.

Summary:

This matchup is a textbook clash of styles: Jack Della Maddalena’s striking versus Belal Muhammad’s relentless wrestling pressure. On the feet, Maddalena holds the stats advantage—he lands with superior accuracy and volume.

But the ground is where Belal thrives—and where Maddalena has shown vulnerability. With a higher takedown output and a suffocating, control-based wrestling game, Muhammad specializes in smothering high-level strikers and stripping away their rhythm. While Maddalena’s takedown defense is solid, it’s far from unbreakable and will be stress-tested against Belal’s pace and persistence.