UFC 310 Loses Appeal as Belal Muhammad Withdraws Due to Injury

UFC 310 has lost some of its appeal as Belal Muhammad, initially scheduled for the main event, withdrew due to a toe injury. This decision has led fans to question Muhammad’s ability to compete, while others are more focused on finding a replacement opponent for Shavkat Rakhmonov. Top welterweight fighters like Leon Edwards and Kamaru Usman have a great chance to get back in the title race if they can defeat Rakhmonov. Rising contenders such as Ian Garry, Sean Brady, and Jack Della Maddalena may also be eyeing their first shot at the title.

Amid this situation, former UFC champion Michael Bisping suggests that replacing Muhammad with Edwards could help “Rocky” quickly secure the rematch he’s been hoping for. After losing his title to Muhammad at UFC 304, Edwards admitted that fighting at an unfamiliar time affected his performance. Bisping believes Edwards should seize this opportunity to defeat Rakhmonov and put himself back in the title race.

Bisping Believes Edwards Can “Rise Up” to the Rakhmonov Challenge to Reclaim His Title

According to Bisping, a win over Rakhmonov — who has an impressive 100% finish rate — would solidify Edwards‘ standing. He said, “If Leon Edwards beats Shavkat Rakhmonov, he’ll be viewed as the top contender. This not only brings him back into the title race but also brings him closer to a rematch with Belal Muhammad.” With two wins over Kamaru Usman, Edwards could add another critical victory to his record and set up a rematch with Muhammad on U.S. soil, where he would benefit from a more familiar time zone.

While Bisping acknowledges this is a major challenge for Edwards and could extend his path if he loses, he believes the reward outweighs the risk. This fight would not only make UFC 310 more exciting but also serve as a test of Rakhmonov’s abilities. Bisping concluded that UFC 310 remains an enticing event, and many fans would be thrilled if Rakhmonov faces a formidable challenge.