Ian Garry and Belal Muhammad have already started warming up for UFC Qatar. The athletes will face each other in the co-main event, scheduled for next Saturday (22), and have already had the opportunity to meet backstage.
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In a video posted on social media, Ian Garry captured the moment he met Belal Muhammad having dinner at the hotel. In the footage, the Irishman greets the Palestinian in a friendly manner, and the two exchange a hug and a few quick words.
Ian Machado Garry and Belal Muhammad bumped into each other at the fighter hotel.
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Ian Garry vs. Belal Muhammad could determine the next challenger for Islam Makhachev in the UFC.
Recently, the welterweight division (up to 77 kg) has become one of the most competitive in the UFC. With Islam Makhachev at the top, names like Carlos Prates , Michael Morales , Kamaru Usman , Shavkat Rakhmonov , and Ilia Topuria are battling head-to-head for the next challenger spot.
If Ian Garry defeats Belal Muhammad at UFC Qatar, the Irishman will have solid arguments to claim his title shot, as he would have overcome a former champion and also Carlos Prates , a direct competitor in the title race.
From Belal Muhammad 's perspective , a victory would represent a triumph over one of the great names of the new generation, reinforcing the idea that he deserves another opportunity to reclaim the title.
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