UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad believes his first challenger should have to earn their shot.
Less than a month removed from his title victory over Leon Edwards at UFC 304, the conversation about the first defense for Muhammad (24-3 MMA, 15-3 UFC) has begun to grow loud. This is partly due to Muhammad recently telling MMA Junkie Radio he wants to “be their Alex Pereira and step up” to put his title on the line.
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