Belal Muhammad, the new Welterweight champion, has sparked controversy by calling out former champion Kamaru Usman following his recent win over Leon Edwards at UFC 304. Muhammad is eager to face all challengers, eyeing potential matchups with rising star Shavkat Rakhmonov or Usman.
In a surprising move, Muhammad dropped a track created by artificial intelligence aimed at Usman, highlighting his past losses and physical challenges. While some fans enjoyed the track, others wonder why Muhammad is focusing on Usman instead of Rakhmonov, who holds an undefeated record.
Despite the back-and-forth online exchange, Muhammad has expressed readiness to fight Rakhmonov if the UFC decides on that bout. However, a fight with Usman could greatly benefit Muhammad’s career due to Usman’s reputation and popularity.
It appears that Muhammad may be cautious not to praise Rakhmonov too much, as the AI generator might only produce positive content about him, conflicting with Muhammad’s current promotional approach. Nonetheless, Muhammad remains committed to cementing his legacy as a champion, whether it means taking on Rakhmonov or Usman in the octagon.
