"After losing his title to Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 315 in Montreal last May, Muhammad returned in October, dropping a decision to Ian Machado Garry. Having defeated Vicente Luque, Sean Bready, and Gilbert Burns on route to a title fight in 2024, Muhammad defeated Leon Edwards to claim gold, but was one and done as champ."
"At 37, the odds are stacked against Muhammad when it comes to a return to the top, unless he gets back on track immediately. He'll have that chance against Bonfim, who rides a four-fight win streak including victories over Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson and Randy Brown."
"Brazil's Bonfim entered the UFC in 2023 after winning on the Contender Series the previous year. He ran up a 15-0 record before being finished by Nicolas Dalby at home in Brazil in November 2023, the first and only loss of Bonfim's career."
Belal Muhammad, the former UFC welterweight champion, will compete against Gabriel Bonfim in the main event of UFC Vegas 118 on June 6, 2026, at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas. Muhammad lost his title to Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 315 in May 2025 and subsequently dropped a decision to Ian Machado Garry in October. At 37 years old, Muhammad faces significant challenges in returning to championship contention. Bonfim, ranked #10 in the welterweight division, brings a four-fight win streak and notable victories over Stephen Thompson and Randy Brown. Muhammad currently holds the #4 ranking. Bonfim's only career loss came to Nicolas Dalby in November 2023.
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