Disgraceful scenes! Former UFC champions get into a fight at a press conference; watch.

Colby at the UFC press conference. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/colbycovmma

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Former UFC champions Belal Muhammad and Colby Covington lost control and started fighting during the press conference after RAF 11, held last Saturday (18). Winners of the main fights of the night, the welterweights (up to 77 kg) started a heated discussion that quickly escalated into physical aggression, requiring the immediate intervention of a strong security detail.

In a video published by RAF, Belal Muhammad completely loses his temper with Covington's provocations. The fighter went after the 'loudmouth' trying to deliver a kick, but was restrained by event security before things got worse.

Check out the exact moment of the commotion:

🚨 BREAKING: Belal Muhammad just went after Colby Covington during the RAF 11 press conference! 😳🔥

After Colby called Belal's wife disrespectful names just days ago, Belal wasn't letting it slide.

Colby f*cked around… and now he's about to find out. 👀💥

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— FightLuck (@FightluckBet) July 19, 2026

Belal Muhammad and Colby Covington exchange harsh barbs.

The exchange of insults began when Belal Muhammad criticized Covington's victory over Arman Tsarukyan , stating that the American had not faced someone of his own stature. The Palestinian representative offered to face Colby.

“He fought a lightweight! Send him to fight a welterweight, someone his own size! Cleveland is right next door! Let’s go!”, Belal Muhammad

Covington, known for his provocative style, didn't let it go. He mocked Belal's victory over Ben Askren, stating that his rival can only beat athletes who are past their prime.

"Brother, you barely beat a dead guy! This guy can only score against dead guys and gargoyles. That's it. You're a loser, brother. Keep talking, you're nobody." - Colby Covington

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