UFC 316 Fight Card: Dvalishvili vs. O’Malley 2, Peña vs. Harrison – Date, Venue & How to Watch

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is set to electrify fans with UFC 316 on June 7, 2025, at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. This event marks the promotion’s 11th visit to Newark and the first since UFC 302 in June 2024.

Main Event: Bantamweight Championship Rematch

The headline bout features a highly anticipated rematch between current bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili and former champion Sean O’Malley. Their previous encounter at UFC 306 in September 2024 saw Dvalishvili dethrone O’Malley via unanimous decision. Dvalishvili, known for his relentless wrestling and holding the record for most takedowns in UFC history, aims to solidify his reign. Meanwhile, O’Malley, returning after shoulder surgery, is determined to reclaim the title.

Co-Main Event: Women’s Bantamweight Championship

In the co-main event, reigning women’s bantamweight champion Julianna Peña defends her title against former PFL standout and Olympic judo gold medalist Kayla Harrison. This matchup has garnered significant attention, with fans eager to see how Harrison’s judo expertise will fare against Peña’s well-rounded skill set.

Additional Fights on the Card

The UFC 316 fight card also includes several compelling bouts:

• Marlon Vera vs. Mario Bautista (Bantamweight Bout): Vera, a former title challenger, faces the rising Bautista in a clash that could have significant implications in the bantamweight division.
• Bruno Silva vs. Joshua Van (Flyweight Bout): Both fighters want to climb the flyweight rankings, making this a pivotal matchup for their careers.
• Johnny Walker vs. Azamat Murzakanov (Light Heavyweight Bout): Walker aims to bounce back from recent setbacks, while the undefeated Murzakanov seeks to continue his ascent in the light heavyweight division.
• Shamil Gaziev vs. Serghei Spivac (Heavyweight): This is an exciting heavyweight clash that promises high-level grappling and striking as both fighters look to assert their dominance in the division.

Tickets for UFC 316 go on sale on April 18 via Ticketmaster, with early access available through UFC Fight Club. Fans can also catch the action live on ESPN Pay-Per-View in the United States and on TNT Sports 1 in the United Kingdom.

With a lineup featuring multiple title fights and high-stakes matchups, UFC 316 promises to deliver an unforgettable night of mixed martial arts action.

Roberto Villa

Roberto Villa is the CEO, Founder, Executive Writer, Senior Editor of FightBook MMA. Has a passion for Combat Sports and also a podcast host for Sitting Ringside. He’s also a former MMA fighter and Kickboxer.