Belal Muhammad made it clear that he wants to see the Palestinian flag along his name on the official UFC profile.
After the fans noticed that his profile picture on the promotion page has no flag, they caused a discussion on social networks. Muhammad, who never lied to prominent his Palestinian Origin, decided to speak publicly and send the request to UFC to correct this situation.
“I get messages all the time from the people who ask me where my flag is,” Muhammad told the video published on social networks. “At first I thought it was a mistake, but now I see that the problem is still not resolved, to support anyone. I hope that UFC will fix this and put my flag next to my name because I am struggling and training for people I represent – And they deserve to see their flag. “
Muhammad, born in Chicago, has always proudly emphasizes its Palestinian roots and carries a symbolism of their heritage through their careers. In the echo of the war in Gaza, he became one of the loudest fighters when it comes to supporting Palestinia and her people.
– Belal Muhammad (@ BullyB170) March 7, 2025
All other Fighters on UFC 315, where Muhammad will defend the title of the champion velter against Jack Della Maddalene, have flags next to their names. In addition to him, only two more fighters – Atheba Gautier (Cameroon) and Ahmad Hassanzada (Afghanistan) – do not have a prominent nationality, but they are both newcomers in the best MMA organization and has not yet debuted in promotion, writes Fight Site.
UFC is 2022. brought a decision to ban the emphasis on flags due to the escalation of the war between Russia and Ukraine. But Dana White was in October 2023. He abolished that ban, clearly pointing out that the fighters could again stand out their national symbols.
“Everyone became too sensitive,” said White then.
“When we made a decision to move the flags, I thought, ‘Oh, what does it matter?’ But the day of Mexican independence broke me – I realized it was time to bring them back. If you have a flag insult, it’s your problem. “
Muhammad 10. May in Montreal is the first time defending UFC’s title Velter category against the upcoming Australian star of Della Maddalene. Will the promotion until then correct this omission, stays to see.
(Vijesti.ba)
