As UFC 304 approaches, the anticipation for the welterweight title clash between Leon Edwards and Belal Muhammad is reaching a fever pitch. Edwards, the reigning champion, has not been shy about sharing his thoughts on the upcoming bout, providing fans with a definitive prediction and revealing the “extra motivation” driving him to “whoop” his opponent.
The rivalry between Edwards and Belal Muhammad dates back to their first encounter in 2021, which ended in controversy due to an accidental eye poke that left Muhammad unable to continue. Since then, both fighters have evolved significantly, with Edwards capturing the welterweight title and successfully defending it against top contenders like Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington.
Leon Edwards’ Prediction for Belal Muhammad’s Fight
In a recent interview, Edwards did not mince words when discussing his expectations for the fight. He described Belal Muhammad as “deluded” and a “weirdo,” suggesting that his opponent’s confidence is misplaced. Edwards believes that his superior striking and improved ground game will be too much for Muhammad to handle, predicting a decisive victory in his favor.
“I feel like everything he’s said, he’s never done it his whole career,” Edwards stated. “He’s just trying to talk himself into the fight. That’s all he was trying to do and it won’t make a difference. This guy’s a weirdo. Let him do him”.
Beyond the usual drive to defend his title, Edwards has an additional source of motivation for this fight. The controversial end to their first bout left a bad taste in his mouth, and he is eager to settle the score once and for all. Edwards has also pointed out that his recent victories over high-level wrestlers have prepared him well for Muhammad’s grappling-heavy style.
“I wouldn’t say it’s a step down, but I feel like them three fights [with Usman and Covington] helped me prepare for this fight,” Edwards explained. “I feel like it’s similar stylistically as far as like the boxer-wrestler based styles”.
For Belal Muhammad, this fight represents a chance to prove himself against one of the best in the division and to claim the welterweight title. He has been on an impressive winning streak, defeating notable opponents like Gilbert Burns and Vicente Luque to earn his shot at the belt. However, Edwards remains confident that his experience and skill set will carry him to victory.
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