UFC champ Belal Muhammad would vacate welterweight title for Islam Makhachev before fighting him
Makhachev (27-1 MMA, 16-1 UFC), who has defended his lightweight title a division-record four times, said he won’t retire before chasing his goal of becoming UFC dual-champion. But Muhammad can see a scenario where he notches a couple of title defenses, then move up to middleweight for his own opportunity at winning a second title.
Belal Muhammad Says He Won't Fight Islam Makhachev, Teases Move To UFC's 'Easiest Weight Class'
UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad says he may move up to middleweight, and said that the UFC's 185-pound division is the "easiest weight class".
UFC champion Belal Muhammad warned against moving up to middleweight: ‘You don’t have the tools’
Belal Muhammad has mulled over a possible move to middleweight, but rising UFC contender Joaquim Buckley advises against it.
Belal Muhammad interferes in Topuria vs Makhachev plans: "I would never fight him..."
The current welterweight champion shares an agent with Makhachev. A very hectic February is expected in terms of announcements in the UFC. There are many champions waiting to know their future, and many great fighters asking to move up in weight and category.
Belal Muhammad declares middleweight ‘probably’ easiest in UFC outside of Khamzat Chimaev
UFC welterweight champ Belal Muhammad believes middleweight is the easiest division in the promotion aside from Khamzat Chimaev.
Belal Muhammad Adamant About Not Facing Islam Makhachev: “I would never”
Belal Muhammad on Locking Horns with Makhachev . In a recent podcast, the welterweight champion took the time to explain why he isn’t interested in fighting Makhachev. “I woul
Belal Muhammad Shows Respect To Islam Makhachev While Taking A Dig At The Middleweight Division
Belal Muhammad praises Islam Makhachev while taking a subtle jab at the middleweight division, sparking debate among fans.
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‘UFC Doesn’t Even Like Him’
I like how he acts as if he has a choice to ever go up to 185. The UFC will never let him. He would have to give up his belt, ...
Dricus du Plessis Trashes Belal Muhammad Over Controversial Middleweight Take
Du Plessis and Muhammad both hold UFC gold. "Stillknocks" is the reigning 185-pound titleholder, while "Remember The Name" ...
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‘Trust me, I know’… Belal Muhammad warned against middleweight move by 170lb contender
Top welterweight contender Joaquin Buckley has sent a stern warning to UFC champion Belal Muhammad about his desired move up ...
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Dricus du Plessis laughs off Belal Muhammad’s threat of a middleweight move: “Have you seen the size of the man?”
UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis doesn't believe a fight with welterweight champion Belal Muhammad would be a fair one.
UFC Fight Night 252 commentary team, broadcast plans set: Paul Felder gets third assignment of February
UFC Fight Night 252 commentary team, broadcast plans set: Paul Felder gets third assignment of February The UFC opens its ...
Michael ‘Venom’ Page wants a piece of Colby Covington at UFC 314: ‘Would love to punch him in the face’
Thompson, a striker with a black belt in Kenpo, might be the only fighter in the division who can actually strike with Page at this point, while Covington, a former top NCAA wrestler, would surely be ...
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Sandy Ryan, 10 rounds, for Mayer's WBO welterweight title March 29: Cancun, Mexico (DAZN)-- William Zepeda vs. Tevin Farmer, 12 rounds, for Zepeda's WBC interim lightweight title Title fight ...
PFL reveals welterweight, featherweight tournament fields for 2025
The PFL on Wednesday announced the first two of its eight tournament fields for this year. At welterweight, three former ...
PFL Announces Welterweight, Featherweight Rosters for New Tournament Format
The brand-new PFL single-elimination tournament is set to kick off in April, and the full welterweight and featherweight ...