The victory of Belal Muhammad over Gilbert Burns at UFC 288 was nothing short of impressive, and the “Remember the Name” fighter wasted no time in making his claim to the title. Muhammad boldly declared himself to be the best welterweight in the world after his decisive win, and he may just have a point.
Belal Muhammad Delivers Masterful Performance to Secure Title Shot Against Leon Edwards
In the opening round, Muhammad showcased his boxing skills and landed a left hand that had Burns reeling. Burns attempted to take the fight to the ground, but Muhammad’s superior striking kept him at bay. Muhammad’s calculated use of kicks to the body set up his punches and kept Burns off balance in the second round, allowing him to secure a unanimous decision victory. But Muhammad’s path to victory wasn’t without its challenges. Burns’ reliance on leg kicks caused Muhammad some trouble, and Burns even hinted at a possible left arm injury during the fight. Despite this, Muhammad’s relentless pressure and high-volume attack ultimately won the day.
In an interview with ESPN Brett Okamoto, Muhammad revealed that he jumped at the opportunity to battle Burns when Charles Oliveira withdrew from the event. Muhammad recognized the opportunity to secure a title shot against Leon Edwards, and he knew that a win over Burns would put him in contention. With a series of eight combat victories under his belt, Belal “Remember The Name” Muhammad has certainly established himself as a leading competitor in the welterweight division. A rematch with Edwards, who currently holds a no-contest against Muhammad, could very well be on the horizon.
Muhammad’s Climb to the Top: The Rematch That Could Shake the Welterweight Division
As Muhammad continues to climb the ranks, fans can expect more exciting matchups and bold claims from the “Remember the Name” fighter. Ultimately, a clash between Muhammad and Edwards would be a battle of two welterweight warriors, with each fighter bringing their own unique set of skills to the octagon. Whether it’s Muhammad’s striking prowess or Edwards’ well-rounded game, both fighters have what it takes to come out on top.
Only time shall tell if the rematch will ever come true. However, one thing is for sure the welterweight division is chock full of top-tier talent, with exciting matchups happening all the time. As UFC enthusiasts, we can only sit back and enjoy the ride. Much ardently anticipating the next epic clash between two of the UFC’s most skilled competitors to leave a legacy to “Remember The Name”.
