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Sean Strickland challenges Belal Muhammad after being told he’s “not that guy”

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Belal Muhammad sees similarities between Khamzat Chimaev and Conor McGregor: “He wants the attention”

He wants the attention …read more

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Muhammad 3:16 Says, I Just Remembered The Name

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And that’s the bottom line… Belal Muhammad hears your boos.
But salty UFC fans hoping to rattle the No. 3-ranked welterweight …read more

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Belal Muhammad beginning to embrace heel role due to some fan backlash: “I’m starting to like it”

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Vicente Luque aims to go back to fighting 'free' to rebound against Rafael dos Anjos

Vicente Luque thinks overthinking has cost him in his recent losses.
Luque (21-9-1 MMA, 14-5 UFC) has lost back-to-back to Belal Muhammad and Geoff Neal, who became the first fighter to knock …read more

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Belal Muhammad thinks Colby Covington is getting desperate: “I like that little fear in him”

Losing Steam? …read more

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Who’s The Rat In My Camp?

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Remember the rodenticide. Belal Muhammad captured a unanimous decision victory over fellow welterweight contender Gilbert Burns …read more

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Morning Report: Gilbert Burns ‘thought about quitting many times’ against Belal Muhammad, details injuries

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Gilbert Burns’ toughness was on full display in the UFC 288 co-main event against Belal Muhammad this past weekend.
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Gilbert Burns reveals the extent of the shoulder injury he suffered in UFC 288 loss to Belal Muhammad: “I thought about quitting many times”

Gilbert Burns has revealed the extent of the shoulder injury that he suffered at UFC 288 during his loss to Belal Muhammad. Throughout the course of their co-main event over …read more

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Gilbert Burns avoids surgery after UFC 288 shoulder injury: 'I thought about quitting many times'

Gilbert Burns expects to be out several months after suffering a shoulder injury in his loss to Belal Muhammad at UFC 288, but he won’t need surgery.
Burns (22-6 MMA, 15-6 …read more

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Belal Muhammad was not impressed that news of his ankle injury leaked prior to UFC 288: “Who’s the rat in my camp?”

Belal Muhammad was not impressed that news of his ankle injury leaked prior to UFC 288. The co-main event at UFC 288 last Saturday night at the Prudential Center in …read more

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USA TODAY Sports/MMA Junkie rankings, May 9: Belal Muhammad continues upward; Henry Cejudo reenters top five

UFC 288 took place Saturday at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. where multiple fighters made a significant impact.
In the main event, Henry Cejudo returned to action for the first time …read more

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Belal Muhammad reveals ankle injury heading into UFC 288 win over Gilbert Burns: “I had to push through it”

UFC welterweight contender Belal Muhammad had to fight through an injury on Saturday night. ‘Remember the Name’ made his return to the octagon in the co-main event of UFC 288 …read more

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Video: What's in store for Belal Muhammad after UFC 288?

Belal Muhammad is second in the title queue, according to UFC president Dana White.
In the UFC 288 co-main event, Muhammad dominated former UFC title challenger Gilbert Burns over five rounds …read more

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Belal Muhammad reveals sprained ankle heading into UFC 288: 'Thankfully in the fight I felt good'

Belal Muhammad isn’t one to make excuses, but he wasn’t the only compromised fighter at UFC 288.
Muhammad (23-3 MMA, 14-3 UFC) defeated Gilbert Burns (22-6 MMA, 15-6 UFC) by unanimous decision …read more

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Belal Muhammad responds after once again being dubbed a “racist” by Colby Covington: “Lawyers can’t help you”

Belal Muhammad has responded after being called a racist by Colby Covington as their war of words really heats up. Last Saturday night at UFC 288, Belal Muhammad defeated Gilbert …read more

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Colby Covington claims “clear scumbag” Ali Abdelaziz was the only one who profited from Gilbert Burns vs Belal Muhammad: “I just feel sorry”

Colby Covington has called out Ali Abdelaziz as the only person who benefited from the match-up between Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad. Last weekend, Belal Muhammad defeated Gilbert Burns via …read more

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Colby Covington says Belal Muhammad fought 'for nothing' at UFC 288, needs another win before title shot

Colby Covington doesn’t see Belal Muhammad fighting for the UFC welterweight title anytime soon.
Muhammad (23-3 MMA, 14-3 UFC) defeated Gilbert Burns (22-6 MMA, 15-6 UFC) in this past Saturday’s UFC 288 …read more

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Morning Report: Colby Covington says ‘racist’ Belal Muhammad will ‘have to fight again’ before title shot

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Colby Covington wasn’t impressed by Belal Muhammad’s performance at UFC 288 this past weekend.
The UFC welterweight division’s …read more

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Spinning Back Clique: Aljamain Sterling as 135 GOAT, Belal Muhammad's options, DJ's legacy, more (noon ET)

Check out this week’s “Spinning Back Clique,” MMA Junkie’s weekly live show that takes a spin through the biggest topics in mixed martial arts. This week’s panel of Farah Hannoun, …read more

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Gilbert Burns reacts following loss to Belal Muhammad at UFC 288: “Stop the hate and start to appreciate“

Gilbert Burns is gracious in defeat and injury. Burns was in action this past Saturday night (May 6) for a welterweight showdown against Belal Muhammad. The action emanated from the …read more

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Burns Shares Update On Injured Shoulder

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A hurt shoulder seemed to derail any chance of Gilbert Burns beating the always tough Belal Muhammad at UFC 288. …read more

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Belal Muhammad eyes title following risky UFC 288 victory

Belal Muhammad is locked on a welterweight title shot following his short-notice victory over Gilbert Burns at UFC 288.

Muhammad was already ranked higher than Burns in the division before the …read more

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Belal Muhammad on potential title shot: ‘There’s no denying me now’

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NEWARK, N.J. — Top welterweight contender Belal Muhammad talks to the media about his decisive win over …read more

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Belal Muhammad declares he's best welterweight in the world after UFC 288 win: 'I told you guys'

NEWARK, N.J. – Belal Muhammad heard the doubters, which made the moment Saturday at UFC 288 that much sweeter.
In the co-main event at Prudential Center, Muhammad (23-3 MMA, 14-3 UFC) defeated …read more

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UFC 288 takeaways: Aljamain Sterling, Belal Muhammad deserve respect amid MMA’s endless sea of negativity

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Aljamain Sterling is still king. “The Funkmaster” notched his third consecutive defense of the UFC bantamweight title …read more

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Conor McGregor rips Belal Muhammad following UFC 288 win against Gilbert Burns: ‘That was piss poor’

Former duel-weight champion, Conor McGregor has criticized what he described as a “piss poor” fight between Belal Muhammad and one-time welterweight title challenger, Gilbert Burns at UFC 288 in a …read more

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‘Piss poor’: Pros react to Belal Muhammad’s win over Gilbert Burns at UFC 288

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Belal Muhammad and Gilbert Burns looked to cement themselves as the next welterweight contender at UFC 288.
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UFC 288 results: Belal Muhammad puts on striking clinic in dominant win over Gilbert Burns, secures title shot

The UFC welterweight division has another title challenger – and his name (remember it) is Belal Muhammad.
Muhammad staked his claim to a shot at gold Saturday night as he soundly …read more

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Belal Muhammad def. Gilbert Burns at UFC 288: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Belal Muhammad’s unanimous decision win over Gilbert Burns at UFC 288 at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. (Photos by Ed Mulholland, USA TODAY Sports) …read more

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UFC 288: Twitter reacts to Belal Muhammad's decision win over Gilbert Burns

Belal Muhammad established himself as an undeniable No. 1 welterweight contender on Saturday when he defeated Gilbert Burns in the short-notice UFC 288 co-headliner.
After both men agreed to the fight …read more

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Belal Muhammad defeats Gilbert Burns, secures title shot 🤜 UFC 288 Results

With the UFC 288 results in the books, Belal Muhammad secured a shot at the UFC welterweight championship with a dominant victory over Gilbert Burns. The two squared off in …read more

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Pros react after Belal Muhammad defeats Gilbert Burns at UFC 288: “That was a very poor bout”

Tonight’s UFC 288 was co-headlined by a highly anticipated welterweight fight featuring Gilbert Burns taking on Belal Muhammad. Burns (22-6 MMA) was making a quick turnaround this evening in Newark, …read more

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UFC 288 Results: Belal Muhammad defeats Gilbert Burns (Highlights)

We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC 288 results, including the co-main event between Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad. Muhammad (22-3 MMA) will enter the contest sporting an …read more

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UFC 288 live blog: Belal Muhammad vs. Gilbert Burns

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Gilbert Burns on Belal Muhammad: ‘He’s a little annoying’ but also ‘a great fighter’

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It wasn’t that long ago that Gilbert Burns was taking shots at Belal Muhammad and calling him …read more

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‘Colby ain’t getting s***’: Jorge Masvidal weighs in on UFC 288 stakes for Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad

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Jorge Masvidal gives credit to both Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad for stepping up at UFC 288.
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Belal Muhammad vows to “break” Gilbert Burns at UFC 288 and secure a title shot: “There’s no more hiding, the king is here”

Belal Muhammad is confident he will finish Gilbert Burns and secure a title shot at UFC 288. In the co-main event of the pay-per-view card from Newark, New Jersey, Muhammad …read more

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UFC 288 Embedded, Episode 5: ‘Daddy is back’

The fifth episode of UFC 288 features Gilbert Burns getting in a final workout, Belal Muhammad in front of the camera, Yan Xiaonan muscling around Danny Castillo, Aljamain Sterling working …read more

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UFC 288 video: Belal Muhammad vs. Gilbert Burns final faceoff for No. 1 contender fight

NEWARK, N.J. – A massive co-main event clash is just one sleep away after Belal Muhammad and Gilbert Burns had their final pre-fight staredown at UFC 288 ceremonial weigh-ins.
After making weight …read more

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UFC 288 Embedded: Sparks fly between Sterling and Cejudo

In UFC 288 Embedded episode 5, Gilbert Burns, Belal Muhammad, and Jessica Andrade analyze their fights at media day. Things get heated between champ Aljamain Sterling and Henry Cejudo at …read more

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UFC 288 video: Belal Muhammad vs. Gilbert Burns pre-fight press conference faceoff and more

NEWARK, N.J. – After booking a massive welterweight fight on just 16 days’ notice, Belal Muhammad and Gilbert Burns got the chance to size each other up on Thursday at …read more

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Dana White: Winner of Gilbert Burns vs. Belal Muhammad at UFC 288 will get title shot

NEWARK, N.J. – Dana White remains firm that Colby Covington is next in line for a UFC welterweight title shot against champion Leon Edwards – but another title challenger will …read more

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UFC 288: Sterling vs. Cejudo Pre-Fight Press Conference Video

Watch the UFC 288: Pre-Fight Press Conference live featuring main card fighters Aljamain Sterling, Henry Cejudo, Gilbert Burns, Belal Muhammad and more!

UFC 288 takes place on Saturday at the Prudential …read more

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UFC 288 | Pro fighters make their picks for Belal Muhammad vs. Gilbert Burns

In the co-main event of UFC 288, a five-round welterweight bout goes down on short notice as Belal Muhammad takes on Gilbert Burns. Heading into the scrap, Burns is a …read more

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Belal Muhammad: After I beat Gilbert Burns at UFC 288, ‘if you don’t give me my respect, you’re just a hater’

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By just about every possible metric available, Belal Muhammad should be the No. 1 contender in the …read more

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Gilbert Burns explains why he accepted fight with Belal Muhammad despite being promised a title shot

Number-five-ranked UFC welterweight Gilbert Burns has shared why he took a fight with Belal Muhammad despite being promised another crack at the 170-pound gold. Burns and Muhammad are set to …read more

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UFC 288 Clash: Muhammad Vs. Burns!

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Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Welterweight veterans Belal Muhammad and Gilbert Burns will collide this weekend (Sat., May …read more

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Gilbert Burns explains why he accepted fight with Belal Muhammad despite being promised a title shot

Number-five-ranked UFC welterweight Gilbert Burns has shared why he took a fight with Belal Muhammad despite being promised another crack at the 170-pound gold. Burns and Muhammad are set to …read more

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Belal Muhammad simply couldn't say no to UFC 288 fight vs. Gilbert Burns, aims to steal Colby Covington's title shot

MORRISTOWN, N.J. – Belal Muhammad said he was chillin’ in Toronto when he received an important call from the UFC, a call that he ultimately hopes is life changing.
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Dana White promised Gilbert Burns a title shot. So why is he fighting Belal Muhammad at UFC 288?

MORRISTOWN, N.J. – Just five months into 2023, Gilbert Burns is already gearing up for his third fight of the year.
Despite being promised a backup role for the expected UFC …read more

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Belal Muhammad shares his pick for the most overhyped welterweight in the UFC

Belal Muhammad is sharing his pick for the most overhyped welterweight in the UFC. Muhammad (22-3 MMA) is currently preparing for his fight with Gilbert Burns (22-5 MMA) this coming …read more

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Vicente Luque Predicts Submission Win for Gilbert Burns vs. Belal Muhammad

Few people have more insight than the UFC 288 co-main event than Vicente Luque. …read more

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Why did Belal Muhammad risk short-notice UFC 288 bout?

Belal Muhammad is sitting at No. 4 in the UFC welterweight division. He has zero defeats in his last nine bouts. So why the heck did he agree to step …read more

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Vicente Luque Predicts Submission Win for Gilbert Burns vs. Belal Muhammad at UFC 288

Few people have more insight than the UFC 288 co-main event than Vicente Luque. …read more

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UFC free fight: Belal Muhammad takes Sean Brady's unbeaten status in TKO win

A statement was made in Belal Muhammad’s most recent showing in the octagon.
Not only did he improve his impressive streak to eight wins in a row, but Muhammad (22-3 MMA, …read more

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Jorge Masvidal: Gilbert Burns has more power, but Belal Muhammad cleaner boxing at UFC 288

Jorge Masvidal thinks Gilbert Burns vs. Belal Muhammad is anybody’s fight.
Burns (22-5 MMA, 15-5 UFC) and Muhammad (22-3 MMA, 13-3 UFC) square off in Saturday’s UFC 288 co-headliner at Prudential Center in Newark, …read more

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Heck of a Morning: What can Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad do at UFC 288 to guarantee a title shot?

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It sounds like the people have decided: Mike Perry vs. Luke Rockhold at BKFC 42 is the …read more

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‘I Hate You, But You Deserve The Title Fight’

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Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) had an opportunity to book Belal Muhammad against Leon Edwards for “Rocky’s” welterweight title, giving both …read more

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Belal Muhammad explains how Colby Covington title shot “worked out better” for him in the long run

Belal Muhammad has explained how Colby Covington getting a UFC title shot has actually worked out quite well for him. While it has yet to be officially booked, Colby Covington …read more

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Muhammad to cut 44 lbs. by May 6 for Burns fight

UFC welterweight Belal Muhammad says he intends to cut 44 pounds in the next 11 days for a short-notice fight against Gilbert Burns at UFC 288 on May 6. …read more

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Gilbert Burns promises to finish Belal Muhammad in UFC 288 co-main event: “There is no way he’s going 25 minutes with me”

Gilbert Burns believes he will be able to finish Belal Muhammad when they meet in the co-main event of UFC 288 next weekend. At UFC 288, the co-main event will …read more

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Gilbert Burns vows to finish Belal Muhammad at UFC 288: 'No way he's going 25 minutes with me'

Gilbert Burns is seeking a finish of Belal Muhammad to solidify himself as top UFC welterweight contender.
Burns (22-5 MMA, 15-5 UFC) meets Muhammad (22-3 MMA, 13-3 UFC) in a five-round co-main event …read more

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New UFC 288 main card revealed with Gilbert Burns vs. Belal Muhammad as co-main event

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It’s been a tumultuous couple of weeks for UFC 288, but the pay-per-view main card is now …read more

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Gilbert Burns, Belal Muhammad reveal how their UFC 288 fight came together after both initially asked for Colby Covington 

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It turns out Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad had the exact same idea after hearing that UFC 288 needed a …read more

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Brady Hopes For UFC 290 Return After Battling Multiple Injuries

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After a TKO loss to Belal Muhammad late last year and a litany of nagging injuries, Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) …read more

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Heck of a Morning: Reaction to Gilbert Burns vs. Belal Muhammad short-notice fight at UFC 288

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The mystery behind a new UFC 288 co-main event was finally solved on Thursday night when UFC …read more

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Belal Muhammad to Take On Gilbert Burns in 5-Round Co-Headliner at UFC 288

The next Ultimate Fighting Championship pay-per-view has just gained a huge addition. …read more

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Burns, Muhammad now co-headlining UFC 288

Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad will meet in a short-notice welterweight contender bout that will act as the co-headliner of UFC 288 on May 6. …read more

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UFC 288 adds Gilbert Burns vs. Belal Muhammad as short notice five-round co-headliner

After May’s UFC 288 card lost its co-main event between Charles Oliveira and Beneil Dariush, the promotion has pulled off a needed addition to the lineup with Gilbert Burns vs. …read more

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Dana White announces several upcoming main event fights, confirms Gilbert Burns vs. Belal Muhammad for UFC 288

Dana White took to social media and announced several key fights for a number of upcoming UFC events. White took to Instagram Live to reveal some key fights and among …read more

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Belal Muhammad vs. Gilbert Burns set to co-headline UFC 288 in 5-round fight

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UFC 288 has booked a new co-headliner as welterweight standouts Belal Muhammad and Gilbert Burns face off over five …read more

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Colby Covington’s impending UFC title shot blasted: Dana White has a love for him or something’

Surging welterweight contender, Belal Muhammad has hit out at former interim champion, Colby Covington’s impending title challenge against Leon Edwards, with the former claiming UFC president, Dana White likely has …read more

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Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad go back and forth over potential UFC 288 co-main event: “Guy cannot make weight?”

UFC 288 might have a co-main event, but that’s still far from official. The card is slated for next month and will be headlined by Aljamain Sterling’s title defense against …read more

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