Kamaru Usman, once considered one of the greatest welterweights in UFC history, built a legacy of dominance during his prime. Now, with Belal Muhammad crowned champion, the spotlight has shifted, but Belal hasn’t held back when it comes to Usman. Despite Usman’s past success, Belal continues to take shots at the former champ, calling him out for staying relevant through media buzz rather than actual fighting. For Belal, Usman’s legacy isn’t enough to silence the criticism.
Talking to MMA Junkie, Muhammad doesn’t believe Kamaru Usman is planning a comeback anytime soon. He feels Usman has moved into more of a media role, using podcasts and social media to stay in the spotlight.
According to Belal, whenever a big fight is around the corner, Usman drops a comment or a gym photo, like one with Israel Adesanya, to spark rumors and keep fans guessing. But in Belal’s eyes, it’s more about staying relevant than preparing for a return.
In his words, “I don’t think you’ll see him coming out. He’s had over two years off. He’s a podcaster now; he just likes to talk and wants to stay relevant. So whenever there’s a big name or a big fight coming up, he’ll say something, and it’ll get people talking.”
Belal Muhammad believes Kamaru Usman is unlikely to compete for a title again — and may not return to the Octagon at all😲
— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) April 18, 2025
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Kamaru Usman Challenges Belal Muhammad For UFC Title
Usman believes he’s still a major player in the welterweight division despite his time away from the octagon. He sees himself firmly in the top three and feels that with one strong win over a top contender, he’ll prove he deserves another title shot.
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Usman also questions Muhammad’s status as champion, especially if Belal considers moving up in weight without fully clearing out the division. In Usman’s eyes, he’s still right in the mix for gold.
Indeed, it will be interesting to see if Kamaru Usman can earn a title shot again. With his strong belief that a win over a top contender will put him back in the mix, fans are eager to see if he can prove he’s still one of the best in the division. The coming months will likely decide whether Usman’s path to the title is still within reach.
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