UFC victor expresses thoughts on potential duel against Hamzat Chimaev
Ready to spill the tea on UFC's hottest matchup? Let's dive in!
Belal Muhammad, the current welterweight champ, is clearly pumped to take on the undefeated Khamzat Chimaev in the octagon. In an interview with Red Corner MMA, he shared his motivations for aiming to knock out everyone in his path and facing the best the world has to offer - and Chimaev fits that bill perfectly.
Don't get it twisted, though. Belal's not after Khamzat for personal reasons. This is all about testing his skills against the very best and proving his greatness. It's a tantalizing proposition for fans, who have been buzzing after some online exchanges between the two fighters.
Now, before you get too excited, let's first focus on Belal's upcoming challenge. He's set to defend his title against Australian finisher Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 315 on May 11 in Montreal, Canada. Della Maddalena's on a 17-win streak, while Belal's been unbeaten for 11 consecutive fights and even scored the first defeat of Sean Brady.
Here's an interesting tidbit: Belal's expressed openness to moving up to the middleweight division if Chimaev becomes the champion in that weight class. That's the kind of confidence and competitive spirit we're dealing with here.
While the Della Maddalena fight takes center stage for now, don't be surprised if we hear more about this proposed showdown between Belal and Chimaev. After all, as Muhammad himself said, tough challenges only refine a fighter's capabilities, and a win over Chimaev would definitely elevate his status. Stay tuned!
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Bookmakers are placing bets on Belal Muhammad's upcoming welterweight title defense against Jack Della Maddalena, considering Muhammad's personal unbeaten streak of 11 fights and his recent victory over Sean Brady. Muhammad, a fan favorite in mixed-martial-arts circles, has expressed his intention to move up to the middleweight division if Khamzat Chimaev, the undefeated welterweight, becomes the champion in that weight class. Muhammad's proposed showdown with Chimaev has garnered attention from fans, with many seeing it as a tough challenge that could elevate his status in the sport. If Muhammad defeats Della Maddalena, it would serve as another feather in his cap in the welterweight division, maintaining his streak and bolstering his case for a potential matchup against Chimaev.
