Belal Muhammad Predicts UFC Kansas City Main Event

UFC Welterweight Champion Belal Muhammad is closely monitoring the upcoming main event at UFC Kansas City.

The welterweight division is currently packed with talent. Fighters like Ian Machado Garry, Carlos Prates, Shavkat Rakhmonov, and Sean Brady are all potential future contenders for the title.

Muhammad is scheduled to defend his title next weekend against Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 315. Before that, this Saturday`s UFC Kansas City event features a significant welterweight clash between Garry and Prates.

As Muhammad prepares for his own title defense at UFC 315, he is also paying close attention to the outcome of the Kansas City main event.

Belal Muhammad Predicts the Winner of Garry vs. Prates

This will be Muhammad`s first title defense since claiming the belt from Leon Edwards at UFC 304 in July. A victory against Maddalena could potentially lead to a fight with his teammate, Islam Makhachev, who has considered moving up to the welterweight division.

Both Garry and Prates see this fight as a stepping stone to a title shot. However, with other strong contenders like Brady and Rakhmonov in the division, the race for the next title opportunity is highly competitive.

Muhammad views either Prates or Garry as potential future opponents. He offered his prediction on who he believes has the edge in their upcoming bout.

In a recent social media post, Muhammad shared his prediction for the main event.

He stated, “I think Ian Garry gets it done this weekend.”

Ian Garry expressed frustration when Jack Della Maddalena received the title shot at UFC 315 instead of him or other contenders. This decision came despite Garry`s loss to Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC 310, contrasting with Maddalena`s undefeated run.

An impressive win over Prates could allow Garry to make a strong case for himself. With Rakhmonov injured and Sean Brady`s next fight unclear, a victory this weekend could potentially position Garry ahead of other contenders for a future title opportunity.

Growing Rivalry Between Garry and Prates Before the Fight

Tensions have escalated between Garry and Prates in the lead-up to UFC Kansas City. The fighters have exchanged verbal barbs, with Garry notably calling Prates a “quitter” and claiming he is “more of a Brazilian” than Prates.

Prates`s mother reportedly urged him to aim for a quick finish. Prates also taunted Garry after defeating an opponent that Garry had previously faced but didn`t finish.

Both Garry and Prates are motivated to deliver a decisive performance at UFC Kansas City. A victory is crucial for advancing their position in the division and catching the attention of the current champion, Belal Muhammad.