Jack Della Maddalena releases first statement since UFC Perth defeat

Jack Della Maddalena addressed his second consecutive defeat after a third-round technical knockout loss to Carlos Prates in the UFC Perth headliner on May 2. The former welterweight champion said on Instagram that he was proud to represent Scrappy MMA and Fitness, his family, city, and country. The update follows his title loss to Islam Makhachev at UFC 322 in November and closes an 18-fight winning run from 2016 to 2025.Della Maddalena compiled eight straight UFC wins, including a championship victory over Belal Muhammad at UFC 315 in May 2025. He noted the result was not desired but aligned with his goal of meeting the "most vicious and toughest opponents."