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Belal Muhammad Beats Leon Edwards via Unanimous Decision to Win Title at UFC 304

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Belal Muhammad became the new UFC welterweight champion with a unanimous decision win over Leon Edwards to end UFC 304 from Co-op Live in Manchester, England.

The challenger put together a strong first round. He landed an early takedown that established his wrestling as a threat, but it was the combination of his takedowns and boxing that helped him get the early lead.

Muhammad was able to find a home for his high-volume striking and landed another takedown at the end of the round for good measure.