Belal Muhammad and Ian Machado Garry are set to face off in a high-stakes bout at UFC Qatar.<\/p>\n
Islam Makhachev, the new welterweight champion, is currently seeking an opponent for his first title defense.<\/p>\n
Last weekend, Michael Morales earned a title shot by knocking out Sean Brady, while Carlos Prates also pushed for a chance at the belt after defeating Leon Edwards at UFC 322.<\/p>\n
The winner of the Muhammad vs. Machado-Garry fight could move to the forefront in the 170-pound division.<\/p>\n
Who will come out on top? Here\u2019s what Bloody Elbow’s writers predict for this UFC Qatar co-main event.<\/p>\n
Latest update: Ian Machado-Garry has dismissed rumors that Kamaru Usman was favored to win the next welterweight title.<\/p>\n
UFC Qatar fight card highlights include Arman Tsarukyan vs. Dan Hooker, Volkan Oezdemir vs. Alonzo Menifield, and Jack Hermansson vs. Miktibek Olorubai, among others.<\/p>\n
Predictions from the Bloody Elbow team:<\/p>\n
Jordan Ellis thinks Machado-Garry’s fight IQ and skill set will help him avoid grappling with Muhammad, predicting Muhammad will likely lose a decision after five rounds.<\/p>\n
Until Kobe admits a bias for Machado-Garry but believes he is the best welterweight on the planet and will prove it against Muhammad, possibly needing a knockout to secure the win.<\/p>\n
Harvey Leonard points to Muhammad\u2019s strong grappling and past successes, but takes Machado-Garry\u2019s technical abilities seriously, leaning towards a decision win for the Irish fighter.<\/p>\n
Kyle Dimond considers Muhammad’s age and recent loss a disadvantage, favoring Machado-Garry at this point in their careers.<\/p>\n
Jamie Theodosi sees Machado-Garry’s superior fight IQ edging out Muhammad, expecting a distance fight that ends in Garcia\u2019s decision victory.<\/p>\n
Fan Take: This matchup is crucial as it could reshape the welterweight title picture and showcase a potential new top contender. Fans should watch closely, as the outcome may signal a shift in the division\u2019s power dynamics and set the tone for upcoming championship battles.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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