Belal Muhammad is a Palestinian professional UFC athlete and is currently ranked #5 in the Welterweight division.
On Saturday, June 6, he will face Gabriel Bonfim at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Belal Muhammad won the undisputed UFC Welterweight Championship at UFC 304 in July 2024. He became the first Palestinian athlete to win a UFC championship.
The Art of Outlasting Opponents
Muhammad's fight style is built on intense pressure, elite endurance, and relentless pace.
His fight approach is unique, as he relies on discipline rather than looking for a quick knockout. Muhammad drags his opponents into deep waters until they are exhausted and forced to slow down in later rounds.
Over the course of his career he has had one win by knockout, five wins by KO, and one win by submission.
Belal Muhammad Bio
Birthday | July 9, 1988 |
Age | 37 |
Country | Palestine |
Nickname | Remember the Name |
Height | 5'11" |
Reach | 72" |
Weight Division | Welterweight |
Professional Record | 24-5-0 |
Belal Muhammad Age
Belal Muhammad was born on July 9, 1988, and is 37 years old. He turned professional in 2012.
Muhammad made his UFC debut in July 2016, at UFC Fight Night 90. He lost by unanimous decision against Alan Jouban, after stepping in on short notice.
Belal Muhammad Record & Recent Fights
Belal Muhammad has a fight record of 24-5-0 and is currently ranked #5 in the Welterweight division. Here are his most recent bouts:
November 2025: Lost to Ian Machado Garry in the third round by unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night.
May 2025: Lost to Della Maddalena in the fifth round by unanimous decision at UFC 315 in the main card event.
July 2024: Defeated Leon Edwards in the fifth round by unanimous decision at UFC 304 to win the UFC Welterweight Title.
May 2023: Defeated Gilbert Burns in the fifth round by unanimous decision at UFC 288.
October 2022: Defeated Sean Brady in the second round by KO/TKO at UFC 280.
Nickname
Belal Muhammad got his "Remember the Name," nickname because he wants to be remembered as an unforgettable UFC athlete.
It inspires Muhammad to give it all he's got every time he steps inside the Octagon, leaving behind a legacy that his fans will always remember.
When is Belal Muhammad's next fight?
Belal Muhammad will face Gabriel Bonfim at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Saturday, June 6.
The two athletes are featured in the main event, headlining the Welterweight division.
Discover more with bet365
Read the latest UFC news.
