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UFC Icon Jorge Masvidal’s Surprising Admission About the Current UFC Welterweight Champion

Former UFC star Jorge Masvidal has expressed profound respect for current champion Belal Muhammad, acknowledging his remarkable growth throughout his career.

Jorge Masvidal on Belal Muhammad

Jorge Masvidal, known for his iconic 20-year MMA career, retired in 2023 after competing in various promotions, including the UFC, Bellator, and Strikeforce. The Miami native gained fame for his record-breaking five-second knockout in UFC history and for winning the symbolic “BMF” Championship belt.

In a recent interview with Submission Radio, Masvidal reflected on the journey of Belal Muhammad, stating, “I’ve seen Belal since his first fight.