Gilbert Burns vs. Belal Muhammad happened as a co-main event for UFC 288 on May 6, 2023, in New Jersey, United States.
The No.5 ranked welterweight contender made his third UFC appearance in 2023 against the No.4 ranked Belal Muhammed and is considered a gate for a title shot.
Gilbert Burns vs. Belal Muhammad UFC head-to-head record
Gilbert Burns faced Belal Muhammed for the first time in a 5-round co-main event at UFC 288: Sterling vs. Cejudo on May 6, 2023. The venue for the night was the Prudential Center, New Jersey, U.S.
Muhammad won the fight via decision.
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A lightweight bout between Charles Oliveira and Beneil Dariush was initially scheduled as the co-main event for UFC 288 but got postponed due to ‘Do Bronx’s injury.
Gilbert Burns vs. Belal Muhammad Stats
| Stats | Gilbert Burns | Belal Muhammad |
| MMA Record | 22-6-0 | 23-3-0 |
| UFC ranking (welterweight) | 5 | 4 |
| Height | 5 feet 10 inches | 5 feet 10 inches |
| Weight | 170 lbs | 170 lbs |
| Striking accuracy | 48% | 43% |
| Takedown accuracy | 38% | 35% |
| Win streak (active) | - | 5 |
| MMA debut | 2012 | 2012 |
*Last updated on May 7, 2023.
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Belal Muhammad is currently the No.4 ranked contender in the welterweight division of the UFC.
Gilbert Burns is currently the No.5 ranked contender in the welterweight division of the UFC.
Gilbert Burns vs. Belal Muhammad took place on May 6, 2023, at UFC 288.
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