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Chaos Unleashed
A chaotic scene unfolded after Belal Muhammad dethroned Leon Edwards as the UFC welterweight champion at UFC 304. Moments after Muhammad's victory, a mass brawl broke out near the cageside seats, leading to security intervention to calm the situation.
Belal Muhammad Crowned Champion
Belal Muhammad's dominant performance against Leon Edwards secured him the welterweight title. The judges' scorecards of 48-47, 48-47, and 49-46 in favor of Muhammad marked the end of Edwards' reign as the 170-pound king.
Emotional Victory
Overwhelmed with emotion, Muhammad dedicated his win to his family and the people of Palestine. He expressed gratitude and determination to represent his heritage in the octagon, despite facing backlash from the crowd.
Edwards' Determination
Despite the loss, Leon Edwards remains resolute in his quest to reclaim the welterweight throne. Reflecting on the fight, Edwards acknowledged feeling fatigued early on but vowed to bounce back and pursue another title shot before the year ends.
