Belal Muhammad Octagon Interview | UFC 280

Welterweight Belal Muhammad made a statement in the featured preliminary bout at UFC 280 on Saturday, earning the second-round knockout finish over opponent Sean Brady.
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[@BePatientAndMerciful]

Everyone doubted him. Everyone was saying he is just a decisionwinner. Well, he proved himself tonight. Amazing performance🥋🥊

[@jamesh5752]

Paid for performance.

[@yendevus1747]

Casuals don't know shit

[@failedexpectationsofthelat9858]

He can only get better from here and on

[@ronin3635]

He still doesn't have power. He hit him with a bunch of shots and couldn't finish him or drop him

[@allennshit]

proved early early stoppage

[@h.z1793]

"Coach Khabib you thought he's a monster at lightweight. At heavyweight he's a different guy. He's a bigger monster now". Belal really said it all 😂

[@wildan2136]

Ready to smesh dc 🤣

[@kooliongaaa]

@@wildan2136 hahah 100% 😂

[@Thawhid]

Bigger smesh

[@whatsittoya4959]

This is exactly what he needed. A finish win of that magnitude. This guy is gonna get a chance at the top

[@vinnyphilly2495]

Khabib couldn't make 155 anymore so he retired. What a coward he was scared to fight usman or colby at 170 so he quit

[@niazmorshed8052]

@@vinnyphilly2495 Only people with no family values can make such comments.

[@4AMPARA]

@@vinnyphilly2495 what do u say now about charles and islam..🤣🤣🤣

[@puzzniks5486]

@@4AMPARA volkanovski has entered the chat

[@4AMPARA]

@@puzzniks5486 let him enter ..

[@jovannygarcia3405]

belal wasn’t scared, got the finish. respect.

[@akritasdigenis4831]

Early stoppage, but Belal was impressive ngl

[@jovannygarcia3405]

@@akritasdigenis4831 bruh that shit was not early, personally i thought it was late. brady was done on his feet, had nothing left to throw. he probably could’ve survived, PROBABLY.

[@adamek9750]

Do you want brady out cold before a stoppage? If he’s not defending himself the fight must be stopped.

[@Aquamatiic]

@@akritasdigenis4831 he wasn’t throwing anything back or defending

[@Tkenny35]

was Brady getting dominated the whole fight or was it close up until the stoppage?

[@truthseeker96]

The *Khabib effect* was on full display on this fight 👏👏

[@curtharakaly4620]

And the "Retard effect" is on full display with your comment. Belal has been training for years and years...what does having Khabib help him for 3-4 weeks have to do at all with anything, like honestly. All you guys commenting this same shit obviously have no clue about anything if you think 3 weeks of training can and would drastically make any difference considering the level these guys are already at. Did Khabib help? Probably, but not much to notice if at all this quickly. Go back to seeking whatever truth you were looking for because you obviously haven't found it yet.

[@Dynamo_066]

His team went 3-0 this card. Crazy how 5 weeks with them is all Belal needed to start getting finishes haha

[@mohammedabusufiyan8934]

@@Dynamo_066 fr bro. Of all the people to stop Brady, it was belal. Charles got subbed. We must be living in an parallel universe 💀

[@RandomShowerThoughts]

@@Dynamo_066 it’s legit insane

[@Thawhid]

@@mohammedabusufiyan8934 its like a movie. You'd think "how can a team be so OP?" 🤣

[@Schmusbek21898]

Belal is today❤on of my Most Favorite Fighter. Greeting from Georgia brother 🇬🇪🇬🇪🇵🇸🇵🇸

[@fakmenow]

I doubted this guy too many times, this fight I was so confident that he would win. Good shit Belal! Absolute beast

[@barrywhite36]

Belal something ? Always forget his name

[@oldironsides4107]

You must be a fan because of his khabib association. Name dropping khabib constantly. Brady is a bum. This fight was like two homeless bums fighting over an old dead fish

[@MuhammadHosny0]

@@barrywhite36 ??

[@MuhammadHosny0]

@@oldironsides4107 when is your UFC debut? I bet you can beat them both with your keyboard

[@magnaprinceps]

@@barrywhite36His name is Belal Barry White His Mother Is A Ho

[@rma1563]

Damn! He really earned that "remember the name" tonight, no longer have to remember him as the decision king. His striking was waaay better than I thought. Suprised to see no takedown attempts from him, but he executed the game plan well enough. That was a dominant win.👏👏

[@NoahCanFB]

So after one finish he isn't the decision king anymore? 🤣🤦🏼 Fans are so fickle in MMA lol

[@Spezt.]

@@NoahCanFB cope

[@faresBtoush1990]

@@NoahCanFB give credit where credit is due

[@Rlouis367]

@@NoahCanFB 😴😴😴😭😭😭

[@alepho4089]

@@NoahCanFB Seethe more 😂

[@khuraym2511]

Belals striking and overall game was crisper than it’s ever been khabib is a beast of a fighter and coach

[@anasshahid224]

Absolutely man

[@khuraym2511]

@@anasshahid224 yea khabibs only been coaching for a year or two and he’s already turning people into beasts

[@vinnyphilly2495]

Khabib couldn't make 155 anymore so he retired. What a coward he was scared to fight usman or colby at 170 so he quit

[@adorhossain848]

@@vinnyphilly2495 Burning Ass, need some ice to make it cool. 😂😂

[@flyingknee9942]

@@vinnyphilly2495 dont worry cry baby, Islam will do all of that. There are levels, and Dagestani one is final

[@hakimben8472]

Belal under Khabib's coaching is a different beast man.

[@yendevus1747]

Relax he trained with him for one month only, BELAL DESERVES ALL THE CREDIT NOT KABAB

[@fourvetperrie457]

Lol ur nut rider. Belal was this good last how many fights.

[@sumo._]

Belal after developing back acne and sudden muscle mass is suddenly able to finish fights. Yeah let’s credit it to the coaching 😂😂😂

[@thirtythree504]

Doubt khabib improved his boxing 😂

[@matiasgonzalez8653]

YES KHABIB MADE HIM A BETTER BOXER HAHAHH MY GOD THIS KHABIB MEAT RIDERS XD

[@sobpalstin2092]

مبروووك يا بطل رفعت راسنا بفلسطين بالتوفيق كيف لا والمدرب حبيب

[@user-hy5rs4he9k]

Dagestan ❤🙏🙏🙏☝️☝️☝️Polestin.

[@Stizzzyy]

Never doubting this guy he just proves me wrong again and again

[@strueskills]

lmao he learned well from sub man non stop .... that his coach ..

[@anasshahid224]

Congratulations Belal on the incredible win, really impressive performance against a tough opponent in Sean Brady, put some respect on Belal’s name! 👏👏👏👏

[@velicyatan5545]

Belal Muhammad 🤗

[@vinnyphilly2495]

Khabib couldn't make 155 anymore so he retired. What a coward he was scared to fight usman or colby at 170 so he quit

[@imran101]

@@vinnyphilly2495 Go home Conor you're drunk.

[@theenlightenedone1283]

I'm glad that the Likes r more than the comments

[@CoolPandaTheMovieNerd]

Forget the name. There’s only one real Muhammad athlete out there.

[@absar.kahn.9164]

After his statement, now you know why they say "having Khabib in the corner is like having a cheat code in the octagon".

[@bensylver5113]

Khabib was the best because of his geat fighting IQ so yes him as a coach is legit .

[@Crafty-One]

@@bensylver5113 khabib is silver spooned by a great teacher to be where he is. There are people with nothing made it. Hes also 210lbs fighting 155 lbs. Hes a ufc product to sell your Muslims. Thats not incredible to me. Hes here because he was silver 🥄 by his dad. He gets way too arrogant

[@epoiadkin8358]

@@Crafty-One y so salty

[@absar.kahn.9164]

@@Crafty-One cry a Lil bit or scream maybe you'll be alright man.

[@Gamer-zq5eb]

Belal has been getting so much hate by the fans for not finishing his fights, well now he just TKO’d the UNDEFEATED Sean Brady (who was the favorite to win). REMEMBER THE NAME 🇵🇸

[@jamesh5752]

Fixed

[@boris_js]

I feel bad for all the haters they always bet against belal and abuse and mock him all the time. They all must be crying right now

[@taylorpeay8991]

Hes from Chicago

[@lopentare8934]

@@taylorpeay8991 ahh yes now he's American 😂😂😂

[@ax2042]

@@boris_js the thing is i don't even understand why they do that although he is a world class fighter who has the potential to beat the big names like shavkat and chimaev, everyone has their doubts about him and every time he teaches people better and yet they don't begrudge him and do you want to know why? because they're just little sofa haters, I’m sure he will became a WC one time

[@l0gical998]

Palestinian Lion, Alhamdulilah. You made us proud my brother!

[@s2769]

Man FINALLYYYYYYYYY! a win thats not a decision by Belal. great win

[@mystikgaming2k]

He did call the finish and maybe now we can give his respects 😂

[@ax2042]

@Autumn !!!!!

[@Naksu..]

He made it look easy. Great fight for both.

[@SLCooper14]

He didn't make it look easy, what are you talking about? It was a great fight, I agree. Sean was winning until we got caught. Congrats to Belal.

[@Naksu..]

@@SLCooper14 what do you mean Sean was winning... Im not fan of both fighters. Im just being honest.

[@pokemonovice9758]

He was dropped in the first round, he didn't make it look easy

[@vinnyphilly2495]

Khabib couldn't make 155 anymore so he retired. What a coward he was scared to fight usman or colby at 170 so he quit

[@Naksu..]

As long as you're happy. I dont care about that. The undefeated champ 29-0 retired. 🥺

[@zura0078]

What a performance by Belal " Remember the Name" Muhammad👍🏻. Respect Hope he get top 5 opponent next.

[@barrywhite36]

Belal who ?

[@abdulhamza172]

Bro I love khamzat but belal deserves to fight the winner of usman vs Leon. He's on a 8 fight winning streak... And he's calling out everyone. Khamzat vs colby And belal vs the winner of usman and Leon Is the right call to make

[@zura0078]

@@barrywhite36 Belal Muhammad! Thank me later😅

[@DarkWarrior_1]

@@barrywhite36 ask brady he will tell you 😁

[@hamzaakbar5287]

He already defeated two top 5 guys

[@1994mrmysteryman]

Put some RESPECT on my boy's name.

[@caliphalifpietyhaya6046]

Yes finally I must

[@landoncube769]

Belals honestly underrated. He has like the farmer strength aspect to him

[@thegunner4141]

"When coach Khabib talks.. i listen" thats the mindset you need to have to become successful.

[@azizbekusmonov2788]

Well done Belal 👏👏👏

[@khalilkhusairi]

Congrats belal.. ❤🇲🇾

[@BePatientAndMerciful]

Team khabib for the win!

[@saidabdallah7296]

Nah all credit go to Belal he just trained one month with khan in

[@alepho4089]

@@saidabdallah7296 Belal just gave Khabib credit in the cage. He's right and you're wrong. End of.

[@jilalumustefa2276]

Don't forget khabib Real good coach

[@1zxtv]

take his nuts out of your mouth for a second

[@vinnyphilly2495]

Khabib couldn't make 155 anymore so he retired. What a coward he was scared to fight usman or colby at 170 so he quit

[@aShamelessHigh]

@@vinnyphilly2495 i agree but that was kinda random dont you think?

[@Dan-ce3sd]

Don't forget Belal the guy who actually fucking fought

[@theclassof92]

@@vinnyphilly2495 lol cry more. The only undefeated GOAT

[@c.rahmankayd9373]

He was too smart when he went dagestan camp so he handle all attempt of brady Now no one will doubt him again👏👏

[@curtharakaly4620]

What does training with Khabib and them for a couple weeks have to do with anything??? Belal has always been an excellent fighter. Literally nothing changed in that short 3 weeks or so he was there.

[@kerolhensem742]

@@curtharakaly4620 brandy cannot shoot take take down, brandy pure wrestler

[@brrr3301]

@@curtharakaly4620 he gave so much credit to Khabib and his team, he knows that both physically and mentally Khabib's Dagestani team have helped him out a lot.

[@namikazeomar8001]

@@curtharakaly4620 sure dude,belal was giving all the credits to khabib and his team in the interview. Hahah

[@MH-mz6if]

@@curtharakaly4620 khabib brings out the best in fighters. Not a coincidence.

[@AL-sg2jd]

I did this guys physical exam when he was first signed to the UFC and two weeks ago I’m praying next to him in the mosque and now I’m watching him on tv. So happy for this guy. Alhamdulilah

[@King_Lelouch]

aye thats cool bro!

[@amr99912]

Getting that type of great win against a man like Sean Brady who’s undefeated and has proved himself just speaks volume. Congrats too Belal Muhammad 👏

[@martinharidev8394]

Belal managed to surprise . Hard work and determination pays off . Congrats!

[@dr.nabeelziad2680]

الحمد لله. مبارك الفوز لاخونا بلال محمد وان شاء الله ينال الحزام قريبا

[@unionafrican6094]

قربت بإذن الله

[@TrapMint]

Every time I hear someone describe Khabibs camp they always just use one word. “Different”

[@thirtythree504]

Don't know why so many people doubted him

[@ernestoperfekto4055]

stupid bandwagon mma fans jumped on

[@uhneeuhnjee1031]

They hadn’t seen his HGH gut yet

[@eiladiela7242]

because he is muslim 😅

[@Vebol785]

Cause he’s boring as fuck

[@PatkaBoy831]

@@uhneeuhnjee1031 He deserves respect for improving.. but he is, like most UFC fighters, clearly juicing.

[@relaxingm3340]

belal Mohamed proving the haters wrong yet again good one brother

[@fahimishungry5865]

I didn’t doubt Belal one bit. Let’s goo

[@petrkabatek2010]

He trained with Khabib and his team for the first time he said . It did wonders for him

[@MoneyClipsSports]

What a great fight 🔥🔥

[@moybalasan6510]

Congrats to belal Muhammad 👏

[@diariodeunimpostor04]

Nothing can make me More happy!

[@kijo.]

No we all should remember the name 🤯 Thats insane, a streak consist of maia, wonderboy, luque and now brady is no joke. He couldve lost it all accepting brady, savage, earned my respect.

[@curtharakaly4620]

@Autumn wtf are you talking about lol. Best grappler and best striker and whatever else bullshit you said??? Yiu talking about over 40 year old Maia? Just about 40 year old Wonderboy who is beyond one dimensional. The other 2 guys are alright wins but to call that an insane streak is just downright laughable and the furthest thing from insane. Two gatekeepers, one which already retired and the other just about there and then two guys who haven't been tested by top level opponents...and Belal got knocked out by Luque in their first fight. As well as Brady has beaten absolutely nobody at all...like no one. Just Chiesa who lately has been losing more than winning. So no...Belals streak isn't impressive or beaten any top contenders at all.

[@DeathCorridor]

@@curtharakaly4620 cry harder

[@uhneeuhnjee1031]

@@DeathCorridor He’s right, you’re just delusional 🤷‍♂️

[@Tupac6780]

@@curtharakaly4620 wb is still the best striker even above leon

[@salbah6623]

Congrats Belal🎉🥰

[@azarias26]

So happy for him. God bless him

[@malikehsan2618]

Respect He Earned "Remember The Name "

[@zeeshanilahi6400]

This was not a boring fight. More fights like these Belal. No hugging just standing and smashing.

[@Tupac6780]

Nah its mma

[@zeeshanilahi6400]

@@Tupac6780 I know, but it's UFC also. Boring fighters don't pull in crowds therefore we have antics and people throw lorries at buses.

[@botondbakos5954]

Belal actually has some good fights where he uses his standup, against Jouban and Neal for example

[@Aquamatiic]

@@zeeshanilahi6400 well put yes it’s mma but you’re in the biggest mma organization of the world you make or break yourself

[@harshithpabboju]

vs. luque was pretty entertaining as well

[@sekiro3074]

You can tell he worked really hard. He's built like he put in some serious work.

[@letstalknow4010]

Alhamdulillah brother

[@rma1563]

"When coach Khabib talks I listen"

[@semelhassanta3723]

Let's goooo belal!!!!

[@rememberdifference3720]

Belal "Remember the finish" Muhammad

[@naqibkhan7080]

ماشاالله الحمدلله 👍🤲

[@ikhan2181]

Alhamdulillah ☝️

[@evanperry6736]

I never once doubted this man !

[@Mango_lovaa135]

I did not know Habib was coaching him 😳

[@Saad3431]

I love that pressure, Brady is not an easy dude so as Luke and wonder boy. Bilal in the right path 🙏👍

[@soysauce3551]

Belal made a performance worth remembering his name for.

[@markov.2467]

Alhamdulillah

[@ovidiodemorizi]

Yessssss. My man . Real dude right here

[@acnartofficial2183]

Thank you for posting

[@theeagle2375]

Alhamdoulilah impressive InshAllah BullyB will be champ, he is ready for title fight Leon is easy money for him

[@hmmm3210]

No way are haters coping with "early stoppage".😂

[@peter22385]

I said he will win, and some dude called me a casual, 🤡🤡🤡

[@realAamirShahzad]

what a fight and he changed everything people were saying about him

[@sofindoprimakonstrukfamily3699]

masyaallah belal muhamad.. congratz..brother

[@eamonahern7495]

I had Sean up on the scores until Belal went for the finish. But I was shouting for Belal the whole time. Delighted for him.

[@UnspokenMiserY28]

Congrats brotha... Alhamdulillah..

[@jishanahmad5807]

Congratulations brother you deserve it ❤

[@AcidGlow]

Impressive way to win. That new team sure helped alot. 💪 After 10 decision wins I was hoping he would get a Submission or KO win. Well done

[@oyyay376]

No 16

[@alvinpugal7595]

Another humble man. Al'hamdulilah!

[@putrasitumorang3275]

Belal is the best. Congratulations my brothers,i happy for your win. Nex you are the Champions.

[@Zak0179]

lol the unnecessary hate he got particularly cuz of his faith. It cant get more satisfying than this win.

[@cattalkbmx]

Shutting some fools up tonight, congrats on the win Belal!

[@jjwestcoast4654]

Belal's been in the game for a while, needs that top spot.

[@thehh5118]

*Coach Khabib! 🦅💯*

[@goatmma9566]

The amount of happiness i have for Islam, Belal and Daruish is overwhelming. 3 of the nicest guys outside the cage, the deadliest killers in the cage. O'Malley is a beast too!!

[@saddashshs592]

Mashalla proud of the brother and his very lucky to have khabib behind him

[@muhammadasad9353]

Getting better with every fight

[@FamlyPC]

Uncle Chael was right along about Bilal back in April. Its not about Bilhal boring or not but his Perseverance.

[@shoaibuddin100]

Allhmdullah ☝️

[@awilson1989]

Another aspect of khabib's greatness. This man is too special.

[@RajaKhan-tj3nv]

All the brothers had it boxed off tonight!! Alhamdulilah ♥

[@MrTrueCaller619]

Where the haters at ? Where the salties at ?

[@taylorpeay8991]

Bro they both suck lmao. He fought down in rankings and was still the betting underdog lmfao. You truly believe he beats Usman Colby Burns Khamzat Edwards? Like seriously? Lmao

[@penthousebutton2090]

@@taylorpeay8991 he can't beat usman or colby but he definitely can beat khamzat. Khamzat gassed hard on 3rd

[@cr7_forever355]

MASHALLAH ALHAMDULILLAH 🔥🔥🔥 INSHALLAH ISLAM ALSO GONNA WIN🔥🔥🔥

[@akatirtapraja805]

Aamiin

[@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro]

Congratulations, BELAL! 🙂❤️☝🏽

[@lewiadam3382]

Congratulations for the win & to the coach 🤠🍻🤠👍

[@tboymma]

Im glad he won. Super underrated because he isn’t that exciting but he isn’t scared to fight anyone and will throw down. I love it

[@madgavin7568]

He's one of the few guys putting his hand up to fight Khamzat.

[@milslion863]

Belal es impresionante!!!!!!

[@TWINS-TV-PRANKS]

Congratulations 🎊 👏 let's go team khabib..

[@mick7727]

He finally didn't have a boring Belal fight. What a world.

[@hakaishinkage9899]

Insane pressure u could tell brady didn't expect that

[@julianjay9640]

Right when khabib started coaching him he finished his opponent in second round fair play to Belal and khabib

[@staystrong1073]

Very impressive win good job belal congratulations 👏

[@wasimrazaqueamin8532]

Bilal Muhammad congratulation brother...

[@Adam-de8yi]

Colby vs Belal just got real interesting.

[@-.6666.-]

Theirs Levels This is one of those moments

[@lucassantafe5343]

e a torcida clama pelo Belal. Grande Belal, duro como sempre

[@theenlightenedone1283]

# Alhamdulillah ☝🏼 Bilal is right where he should be # team Khabib

[@madgavin7568]

Belal might not be the most exciting fighter but as far as skills go, he's legit. I enjoyed his performances against Luque and Wonderboy because they were dominant, but this performance was exactly what he needed.

[@boris_js]

Where are all the belal haters now?? Oh wait they must be crying themselves to sleep tonight. Again! 🤣

[@mikalbippin5410]

They said he's boring, and doesn't finish. It was a banger fight and a TKO finish. What's the excuse now? 'eArLY sToPpAgE🤡

[@indravrtrahaana763]

@@mikalbippin5410 Waa you! La Candela!

[@laftw93]

They all changed their tone judging by the comments on here haha

[@reginaldanglin4264]

Alhamdulillah Brother well done Mashallah.