Belal Muhammad recently crossed paths with Leon Edwards in an elevator, leading to tension between their respective teams. Muhammad, also known as ‘Bully B’, claimed that the welterweight champion appeared scared during the encounter. The rivalry between both fighters has grown more intense, especially with the title fight, further fueling animosity between their teams.
The recent elevator incident brought attention to the lack of respect between the two fighters. Their latest encounter in the elevator further intensified their rivalry. In a recent interview with MMA Junkie, Muhammad shared a story the whole elevator story. He also mentioned that there were exchanges between their teams, and he asserted that Edwards was scared of him.
I just saw him right now in the elevator. He looked like he was afraid.. Him and his brother and his coach, they all looked like cowards… His coach was trying to talk a little bit of trash, so I’m hoping that his coach is at the press conference, because I know Leon’s not gonna be able to talk… I smelled fear…
Belal Muhammad via MMA Junkie
Leon Edwards is scheduled to defend his title against Belal Muhammad in a highly anticipated rematch. Their first fight ended in a no contest due to an eye poke, which has now set the stage for Muhammad’s redemption story. Bully B will look to make a statement in this fight. To further intensify their rivalry, both fighters have traded insults, signaling a lack of mutual respect for each other.
Muhammad has undergone intense training alongside Khabib Nurmagomedov in preparation for this upcoming fight. The 36-year-old wants to dismantle the champion mentally before entering the cage. Confident in his abilities, Muhammad firmly believes he can overcome Edwards and emerge triumphant. On the other hand, a former UFC welterweight champion holds a different perspective on the outcome.
Kamaru Usman predicts the winner of Leon Edwards vs. Belal Muhammad fight
Former champion Kamaru Usman keeps a keen eye on the upcoming Leon Edwards vs. Belal Muhammad clash. The Palestinian-American fighter has been on an undefeated run at UFC since 2019. He also has significant victories over Gilbert Burns and Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson. Even after having such an exquisite fight record, the former welterweight champ doesn’t predict him as the winner.
Kamaru Usman picks Leon Edwards as the winner against Belal Muhammad (via X)Kamaru Usman has fought Edwards three times in his career. He believes that his rival will get the job done at UFC 304. In a recent episode of the Pound 4 Pound podcast, Usman gave his immediate reaction to the announcement and predicted Edwards vs. Muhammad 2.
I would say I like Belal, but I think Leon. This is the difference, the sport has changed so much to where guys are learning how to use the cage to get up. It not even really wrestling anymore… Belal Muhammad, I don’t feel is a high enough level of a wrestler to take him down at the center of the cage and keep him down there..
Kamaru Usman via Pound 4 Pound podcast
Kamaru Usman predicts that Leon Edwards will be victorious against Belal Muhammad at #UFC304
“I would say I like Belal but I think Leon… Belal Muhammad I don’t feel is high enough level of a wrestler to take [Leon] down to the center of the cage, keep him down…
I think this… pic.twitter.com/uXXYBkUh5m
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) May 17, 2024
Edwards earned back-to-back wins over Usman, including a head kick knockout at UFC 278 to begin his title reign. He defeated Usman by majority decision in their rematch at UFC 286. Usman could be knocking on the door of another UFC welterweight title shot. But for now, everyone, including Usman, must pay close attention to what will transpire on fight night.
