Jack Della Maddalena suffered a third-round stoppage loss to Carlos Prates at UFC Perth on May 2, 2026.
What happened?
The loss marked a tough stretch for the Australian standout, who has now dropped back-to-back fights for the first time since the start of his professional career in 2016.
Why it matters for Jack Della Maddalena
This defeat likely costs him his No. 1-ranking in the Welterweight division, and the damage taken against Prates suggests a layoff could be in order.
What comes next?
A matchup with Canada's Mike Malott could make sense once he's ready to get back in the mix, with multiple fall cards on the horizon, including Abu Dhabi in October.
Jack Della Maddalena's coach, Ben Vickers, shared a brief message on Instagram, stating "We are all hurting today in different ways, but that's the game we play, we will rebuild and come back stronger."
The Scrappy MMA team had a difficult outing at UFC Perth, with Tai Tuivasa suffering his seventh consecutive defeat on the same card.
Ben Vickers also cornered Tai Tuivasa at the event, making it a tough night for the team.
Jack Della Maddalena's record now stands at 18-4, and his future in the Welterweight division is uncertain after this latest defeat.
The Australian standout will need to regroup and come back stronger if he wants to reclaim his top spot in the division.
With the timing of his return up in the air, fans will be eagerly waiting to see when Jack Della Maddalena will step back into the Octagon.
The loss to Carlos Prates was a significant setback for Jack Della Maddalena, but he has the support of his team and fans as he looks to bounce back.
Jack Della Maddalena's coach, Ben Vickers, has vowed to rebuild and come back stronger after the tough loss.
The road to recovery will be long and difficult, but Jack Della Maddalena has the talent and determination to succeed in the UFC.
As the Australian standout looks to the future, he will need to focus on his training and preparation to get back to the top of the Welterweight division.
The fans are eagerly waiting to see Jack Della Maddalena's next move, and the UFC community will be watching his progress closely.
The future is uncertain for Jack Della Maddalena, but one thing is for sure - he will be back, and he will be looking to make a statement in the Octagon.
The question on everyone's mind is - what's next for Jack Della Maddalena?
Only time will tell, but one thing is certain - Jack Della Maddalena will be back, and he will be looking to reclaim his top spot in the Welterweight division.
The Australian standout has the support of his team and fans, and he will need to use this to his advantage as he looks to bounce back from the tough loss.
Jack Della Maddalena's journey is far from over, and the UFC community will be watching his progress closely.
The road ahead will be long and difficult, but Jack Della Maddalena has the talent and determination to succeed in the UFC.
And so, the wait begins for Jack Della Maddalena's next fight, and the UFC community will be eagerly waiting to see what's next for the Australian standout.
But for now, Jack Della Maddalena will need to focus on his recovery and preparation, and the fans will be waiting patiently for his return to the Octagon.
So, what's next for Jack Della Maddalena? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure - he will be back, and he will be looking to make a statement in the UFC.