Belal Muhammad | dominate Leon edwards and becomes the new UFC welterweight champion. Photo: Twitter/UFC News
Belal Muhammad | surprised the world and won the welterweight belt (up to 77kg.) by dominating Leon edwards in battle at UFC 304, an event held this Saturday (27). The fight, marked by Muhammad's intensity and impeccable strategy, crowned a journey of overcoming the challenger.
From the first seconds, Belal set his pace, using his takedown game to control the fight and undermine Edwards' confidence. With precise strikes from the guard and intelligent transitions, the American demonstrated physical and technical superiority, ending the round with a sequence of hard-hitting ground and pound strikes.
The second partial followed the same script. Muhammad continued to press, connecting precise jabs and tirelessly seeking the clinch. A spectacular fall, in which Leon fell head first into the octagon, shook the champion, but did not prevent him from recovering and seeking a reversal.
The following rounds were marked by an intense exchange of blows and submission attempts. Edwards looked for a reaction, but the challenger showed resilience and experience, defending the Englishman's attacks and exploring his own opportunities. Grappling became the main stage, with both fighters looking for dominant position and the opportunity to submit.
In the final round, Muhammad closed the game, controlling the Englishman from behind and connecting with devastating blows. The image of the American sitting on the champion's back, hammering away with relentless blows, became the iconic scene of the night. Despite Edwards' attempt to react in the final seconds, Belal's victory by unanimous decision was indisputable.
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Some of the best moments from the first round between Edwards and Muhammad in the #UFC304! What did you think?
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Some of the best moments from the first round between Edwards and Muhammad in the #UFC304! What did you think?
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- UFC Brazil (@UFCBrasil) July 28, 2024
#AndNew! @BullyB170 is the new welterweight king of the #UFC!
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