UFC's recent announcements by President Dana White on Instagram highlighted major changes to the upcoming fight calendar, especially regarding title fights. With Islam Makhachev vacating the lightweight title to pursue a second belt, and the matchup between Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira being positioned as a main event, the summer slate has become quite exciting. Looking toward the rest of 2025, October is expected to feature two PPV events, reflecting the trend of increasing PPV occurrences, aiming to elevate fan engagement and excitement further across the UFC's schedule.
Dana White's announcement confirms a schedule filled with pivotal matchups, including Makhachev's move to challenge for a second title and Topuria vs Oliveira headline.
The change in title dynamics for the welterweight division sets an intriguing precedent for future UFC events and the potential for more matchups featuring top fighters.
UFC fans can expect thrilling summer matchups leading into fall, as Octoberâs schedule indicates a likely increase to 14 Pay-Per-View events across 2025.
The shift of champions, like Makhachev vacating to further the lightweight divisionâs viability, opens doors for new potential title contenders later this year.
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