What is Belal Muhammad's fighting style?

Last Modified May 7, 2025 15:33 GMT
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Belal Muhammad. [Image courtesy: Getty].

Belal Muhammad is a professional mixed martial artist who competes in the UFC's welterweight division. Starting his professional career in 2012, Belal Muhammad boasts a record of 24 wins, three losses, and one no-contest in his MMA career as of May 7, 2025. Already on a six-fight win streak, the 36-year-old welterweight champion is set to take on Jake Della Maddalena at UFC 315 on May 10, 2025.

Belal Muhammad's fighting style

Belal Muhammad has a strong wrestling background. Belal Muhammad is an all-arounder, though his fighting style is not precisely described. Muhammad is known for his high output and pressure fighting style, which allows him to overwhelm his opponents with a relentless pace. He is also skilled at mixing up his strikes with takedowns and grappling, which makes him a well-rounded fighter.

In terms of striking techniques, Muhammad's favorite is the jab. The jab is a fundamental punch in boxing and is used to set up other strikes or to keep an opponent at bay. Muhammad's preference for the jab shows that he prioritizes precision and technique in his striking game.

When did Belal Muhammad debut in the UFC?

As a last-minute replacement for Alan Jouban, Belal Muhammad made his UFC debut on July 7, 2016, at UFC Fight Night 90. By a unanimous decision, he was defeated in the match. Fight of the Night awards were given to both contestants for their efforts.

At UFC Fight Night 94 on September 17, 2016, Muhammad went up against Augusto Montaño. In the third round, he was able to dispatch his opponent and win via a TKO and secure his first victory in the promotion.

Last updated on May 7, 2025

FAQs on Belal Muhammad's Fighting style.

A. Belal Muhammad is a versatile fighter who emphasizes a higher volume of pressure and blends his striking with his ground game.

A. Muhammad uses a combination of grappling and striking techniques while emphasizing high volume and pressure.

A. Belal Muhammad is set to fight Jack Della Maddalens in his upcoming fight.


A. Belal Muhammad is 36 years old as of May 7, 2025.


A. He competes in the welterweight division and reigns as a champion in the weight class as of May 7, 2025.


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