Ian Gary is a promise for the welterweight division. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @iangarry
A Belal Muhammad injury generated a series of reactions among the UFC welterweights (up to 77,1 kg). The champion announced this Thursday morning (31) his departure from the main fight of the UFC 310 due to a strong bone infection on his left foot. The Palestinian would defend the belt for the first time against Shavkat Rakhmonov, but now, the possibility of creating an interim title is gaining strength.
See too
The first athlete to mention the fight for a 'secondary' title was the Kazakh himself. After react to the news through social media, Rakhmonov stated his interest in remaining in the card, still with the belt up for grabs. Although, at least for now, there is no confirmation in this regard from the UFC, other fighters have made similar statements.
S. Rakhmonov at a press conference after the UFC Las Vegas 57 (Photo: Reproduction/Youtube)
Ian Gary
Through posts on X (formerly Twitter), the Irishman, who is also undefeated as a professional fighter, shared an excerpt from the post-fight press conference.UFC 303, in which he expressed interest in becoming the first fighter to defeat the Kazakh. He then posted a montage of the two athletes facing each other.
— “The Future” Ian Machado Garry (@iangarryMMA) October 31, 2024
Kamaru Usman
Usman, who reigned in the category between 2019 and 2022, also drew attention given the opportunity. Although he was not as vocal as Garry, the 'Nigerian nightmare' also took to social media to react to the news. He posted emojis with attentive eyes and a smile, indicating interest in the fight.
KAMARU USMAN (@USMAN84kg) October 31, 2024
Read More about: Belal Muhammad |, Ian Gary, Kamaru Usman, Shavkat Rakhmonov, UFC 310
You need login To comment.