Sun Apr 27 04:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Welterweight Champ Belal Muhammad Calls Out Khamzat Chimaev for Middleweight Showdown
**Las Vegas, NV** – UFC welterweight champion Belal “Remember the Name” Muhammad has issued a challenge to rising middleweight star Khamzat Chimaev, expressing confidence in his ability to defeat the dangerous grappler. Muhammad, known for his relentless pressure and grappling defense, believes a fight against Chimaev would be a stylistic matchup in his favor.
Muhammad’s strategy centers on extending the fight beyond the first round, aiming to wear down Chimaev, known for his explosive, first-round finishes. “He goes so hard in the first round and comes out like a missile,” Muhammad stated in a recent interview with Submission Radio. “For me, it’s just about taking him to the later rounds and start drowning him.”
Despite facing criticism for his perceived “boring” fighting style, Muhammad has consistently proven his resilience and skill, culminating in his welterweight title reign. He previously called out Chimaev while the latter competed at welterweight (170 lbs) and now reiterates his desire for the matchup, even suggesting a move to middleweight (185 lbs) to make it happen. Muhammad views the fight as the ultimate test, stating, “I’m always looking for the toughest challenge.” The champion believes Chimaev will likely defeat his next opponent, before ultimately facing Muhammad for a title clash.
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