Belal Muhammad, the current UFC Welterweight Champion, is strategically mapping out his first title defense, and his sights are set on a formidable challenger: undefeated Shavkat Rakhmonov. Despite an ongoing rivalry with former champion Kamaru Usman, Muhammad recognizes that a bout with Rakhmonov could elevate his status in the division far more effectively. At 24-3
Kamaru Usman
Following Belal Muhammad’s welterweight title win over Leon Edwards at UFC 304, the MMA community has been abuzz with debate over who should be next in line for a title shot. Notably, former champion Kamaru Usman has been mentioned as a potential opponent for Muhammad, despite coming off three consecutive losses. Gilbert Burns, a longtime
Belal Muhammad, the current UFC welterweight champion, has been in a heated feud with Kamaru Usman, the former welterweight champion. Despite their rivalry, Muhammad holds a deep respect for Usman’s skills inside the octagon. As Muhammad gears up for his first title defense, he is faced with the decision of either facing Usman or Shavkat
Kamaru Usman, the former UFC welterweight champion, and Canelo Alvarez, the boxing superstar, have finally put their past differences aside and mended fences. A few years back, Usman had persistently called out Alvarez for a crossover boxing match, triggering a war of words between the two athletes. While Alvarez initially dismissed Usman’s challenges as merely
UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad, fresh off his title victory over Leon Edwards at UFC 304, is already looking ahead to his first title defense. While the conversation about his next challenger heats up, Muhammad is adamant that his opponent should have to earn the opportunity. In a recent interview with MMA Junkie Radio, Muhammad
In the world of UFC, the race for the welterweight title is heating up between Kamaru Usman and Shavkat Rakhmonov. Usman, despite being on a three-fight losing streak, is adamant that he is not washed up and is gunning for the title shot. On the other hand, Rakhmonov, who is undefeated in his UFC career,
Belal Muhammad, the current UFC welterweight champion, has expressed his interest in facing Kamaru Usman for his first title defense. This move has been deemed as a win-win situation for Muhammad, as he also considers another potential opponent, Shavkat Rakhmonov. In an interview with MMA Junkie, Muhammad mentioned his openness to taking on either Usman
Shavkat Rakhmonov recently took aim at Kamaru Usman for attempting to insert himself into the UFC welterweight title picture. Despite never explicitly calling for a title shot, Usman has engaged in verbal sparring with current champion Belal Muhammad. This exchange led Muhammad to express his willingness to defend his title against either Rakhmonov or Usman
Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman recently reflected on the impact that his rivalry with Colby Covington had on his career. Despite the animosity between them, Usman admitted that Covington brought out the best in him as a fighter. Their intense battles forced Usman to push himself to the limit, ultimately leading to his victories