Belal Muhammad's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: October 19, 2025

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Belal Muhammad. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Belal Muhammad is an American professional mixed martial artist competing in the UFC's Welterweight division. As of mid-2025, he holds the #1 ranking in the UFC welterweight division and #13 in the pound-for-pound rankings. He has been a professional fighter since 2012, previously competing in Bellator and Titan FC, and is the former UFC Welterweight Champion.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

September 17, 2016: Victory over Augusto Montaño at UFC Fight Night 94

On September 17, 2016, at UFC Fight Night 94, Belal Muhammad defeated Augusto Montaño by TKO in the third round.

February 11, 2017: Victory over Randy Brown at UFC 208

On February 11, 2017, Belal Muhammad, as a short notice replacement, fought Randy Brown at UFC 208 and won by unanimous decision.

July 8, 2017: Victory over Jordan Mein at UFC 213

On July 8, 2017, Belal Muhammad fought Jordan Mein at UFC 213 and won by unanimous decision.

November 19, 2017: Victory over Tim Means at UFC Fight Night: Werdum vs. Tybura

On November 19, 2017, Belal Muhammad fought Tim Means at UFC Fight Night: Werdum vs. Tybura, after Jesse Taylor was pulled from the card. Muhammad won by split decision.

June 1, 2018: Victory over Chance Rencountre at UFC Fight Night 131

On June 1, 2018, at UFC Fight Night 131, Belal Muhammad fought promotional newcomer Chance Rencountre, replacing Niko Price. Muhammad won the fight via unanimous decision.

April 13, 2019: Victory over Curtis Millender at UFC 236

On April 13, 2019, Belal Muhammad fought Curtis Millender at UFC 236 and won by unanimous decision.

June 20, 2020: Victory over Lyman Good at UFC on ESPN: Blaydes vs. Volkov

On June 20, 2020, Belal Muhammad fought Lyman Good at UFC on ESPN: Blaydes vs. Volkov, winning the fight via unanimous decision.

February 13, 2021: Victory over Dhiego Lima at UFC 258

On February 13, 2021, Belal Muhammad fought Dhiego Lima at UFC 258, winning the fight via unanimous decision.

June 12, 2021: Victory over Demian Maia at UFC 263

On June 12, 2021, Belal Muhammad fought Demian Maia at UFC 263. Muhammad won the fight via unanimous decision.

December 18, 2021: Victory over Stephen Thompson at UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs. Daukaus

On December 18, 2021, Belal Muhammad fought Stephen Thompson at UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs. Daukaus. He won the bout via unanimous decision.

April 16, 2022: Victory over Vicente Luque at UFC on ESPN 34

On April 16, 2022, Belal Muhammad fought Vicente Luque in a rematch at UFC on ESPN 34. He won the fight via unanimous decision.

October 22, 2022: Victory over Sean Brady at UFC 280 and Performance of the Night Bonus

On October 22, 2022, Belal Muhammad fought Sean Brady at UFC 280. He won the bout via TKO stoppage at the end of the second round and received his second Performance of the Night bonus. Khabib Nurmagomedov was one of his cornermen for this fight.

May 6, 2023: Victory over Gilbert Burns at UFC 288

On May 6, 2023, Belal Muhammad fought Gilbert Burns at UFC 288. Muhammad won by unanimous decision.

July 27, 2024: Won UFC Welterweight Championship

On July 27, 2024, Belal Muhammad faced Leon Edwards in a rematch at UFC 304 for the UFC Welterweight Championship. He won the fight and the title by unanimous decision.