Colby Covington, the former multiple-time title challenger, has shifted his attention to Belal Muhammad. Despite Muhammad’s 10-fight unbeaten streak and recent victory over Gilbert Burns at UFC 288 in May 2023, Covington believes he isn’t worthy of a title shot.
“I would like Belal,” Covington told Submission Radio. He’s talked a lot of smack. I want that racist to catch a fade. ‘Remember the Racist’ – he’s out there saying that I only got my title shot ‘because of white privilege.’
“Now he’s squatting on his ranking,” Covington said. “Guys, he should have to come out and fight. I think we should fight. I think that’s the fight that should be next. He doesn’t deserve a title fight, guys.
“How long has he sat out? He sat up for over a year. He’s squatting on his ranking. That’s not right, guys. He’s squatting. He doesn’t deserve it. What does he deserve? What has he done lately? When was his last fight?”
Colby Covington accuses Muhammad of “squatting on his ranking.” He argues that Muhammad should actively fight to maintain his position rather than passively waiting for a title opportunity.
Muhammad’s callouts and trash talk have caught Covington’s attention, but he questions whether Muhammad has done enough to earn a championship fight.
Covington sees himself as a superior stylistic matchup against Muhammad. He confidently predicts a knockout victory.
Colby Covington: Belal Muhammad 'squatting on his ranking,' doesn't deserve a #UFC welterweight title fight https://t.co/L57UU7lH1S
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Colby Covington Thinks Muhammad’s Takedowns Are Useless
According to Colby Covington, Muhammad’s striking is subpar, and his takedowns won’t work against him. He believes Muhammad’s one-dimensional approach won’t hold up in the cage.
Muhammad previously suggested that Covington received his title shot due to “white privilege.” Covington is eager to settle the score and prove his worth.
In the ever-evolving landscape of UFC welterweights, the clash between Covington and Muhammad could determine the next contender for the title.
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