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Belal Muhammad Slams Makhachev's Usman Choice, Backs Morales

12/17/2025

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Belal Muhammad criticizes Islam Makhachev’s selection of Kamaru Usman, calling Usman easier.
He says Michael Morales deserves the shot after defeating Sean Brady and staying undefeated.
He suggests Ali Abdelaziz, who manages both Makhachev and Usman, influences matchmaking.
Despite Muhammad's losses, he ranks above Usman, who is 1-3 in three years.
Makhachev says Usman would be his toughest welterweight fight, but the UFC has not announced the next title challenger.

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Belal Muhammad criticizes Islam Makhachev’s selection of Kamaru Usman, calling Usman easier.
He says Michael Morales deserves the shot after defeating Sean Brady and staying undefeated.
He suggests Ali Abdelaziz, who manages both Makhachev and Usman, influences matchmaking.
Despite Muhammad's losses, he ranks above Usman, who is 1-3 in three years.
Makhachev says Usman would be his toughest welterweight fight, but the UFC has not announced the next title challenger.