What flag does Belal Muhammad have?

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Belal Muhammad is an American MMA fighter (MMA) who competes in the welterweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He was born on July 9, 1988, in Chicago, Illinois, and has a background in wrestling and Muay Thai. Muhammad made his debut in 2012 and has since amassed an impressive record of 23-3-0 (1NC) in his professional MMA career.

The 36-year-old fighter is set to face Leon Edwards at UFC 304 for the UFC welterweight title on July 27, 2024.

Belal Muhammad's flag

Belal Muhammad carries the Palestinian flag every time he fights. Belal Muhammad proudly represents his Palestinian heritage by carrying the flag of Palestine with him into the octagon for each fight and draping it around his shoulders after every victory. According to him, it is a chance to demonstrate his backing for his community and the oppressed people of Palestine.

Belal Muhammad

Muhammad has previously stated that carrying the Palestinian flag is a way to draw attention to the plight of the Palestinian people and to raise awareness of their struggle for freedom and independence. He believes that by using his platform as a professional athlete, he can bring much-needed attention to the cause and inspire others to take action as well.

Belal Muhammad’s Palestinian roots

Belal Muhammad's parents immigrated from Palestine, a region marked by long-standing political and territorial conflicts. He has publicly shared his pride in his Palestinian heritage and its significance in his fighting career.

By representing his culture and community, Muhammad aims to increase visibility for a group of people who are frequently misrepresented or disregarded in mainstream media. Furthermore, he views it as an opportunity to draw attention to the persistent conflicts and challenges faced by Palestinians in their homeland.

Last Updated on July 23, 2024.

FAQs

A. Belal Muhammad is of Palestinian ethnicity.
A. Muhammad is 5’ 10” or 1.78 m tall.

A. Belal Muhammad is set to fight Leon Edwards in his next fight at UFC 304. 


A. Belal Muhammad is 36 years old. 


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