Soon, the world’s top welterweight contender, Belal Muhammad, will finally get his long-awaited title shot against champion Leon Edwards at UFC 304 this weekend. Muhammad earned this opportunity with an impressive record of nine wins in his last ten fights, the only blemish being a no-contest against Edwards in 2021 due to an accidental eye poke.

The Unfinished Business

Their previous encounter ended abruptly in the second round, with Edwards appearing to be in control. Aware of the challenges ahead, Muhammad has prepared rigorously for their rematch, enlisting the help of the legendary Khabib Nurmagomedov.

Training Under “The Eagle”

Training with Khabib has been transformative for Muhammad.

“It benefits me everywhere, right? Physically, mentally, spiritually,” Muhammad said in an interview with Shak MMA. “Training with [Khabib] and getting advice from him is worth 20, 30, 40, 50 days with anybody else. Just being able to feel his strength, feel his pressure, feel his knowledge, too, that he gives you, and to have him give me advice and what he thinks I should be doing, what I should be doing for this fight and breaking down Leon and telling me what the game plan he thinks should be”.

Khabib, who retired undefeated with a 29-0 record and a UFC title, has built a reputation not just on his own skills but also on his team’s work ethic. Muhammad now feels like part of Team Khabib, a relationship that has given him both confidence and invaluable insights.

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The Khabib Influence

Muhammad’s training regime has been described as relentless, mirroring the hard-working ethos of Team Khabib.

“Their team is just all about hard work. It’s just about overworking. And then when Khabib gets there, it’s twice the overwork and it’s twice the push. It’s a different level,” Muhammad added.

This rigorous approach is reflected in his preparation, ensuring he leaves no stone unturned for the upcoming fight.

Muhammad also highlighted the mental and strategic advantages gained from training with Khabib, including game plan insights and the psychological resilience needed to face a formidable opponent like Edwards. He emphasized the unique and irreplaceable value of Khabib’s mentorship, likening it to having a direct line to one of the greatest minds in MMA history.

The Road to UFC 304

As Muhammad gears up for his title shot, he reflects on the journey and the pivotal role Khabib has played.

“In my eyes, he’s the greatest of all time in MMA and UFC and just like a brother,” Muhammad said. “I could message and ask, and anytime I send a question, he’ll respond. So it’s just literally priceless to have that guy in my life”.

With Khabib’s guidance and a solid training camp behind him, Muhammad is poised to bring his best to the Octagon at UFC 304. The MMA world will be watching closely to see if this collaboration can culminate in a new welterweight champion.