Belal Muhammad Cleared for Long-Term Eye Damage After Edwards Poke

Eye Injury Sustained in Second Round

Belal Muhammad, the ranked welterweight, has suffered an eye injury after being poked by Leon Edwards in the second round of their fight at UFC Vegas 21. However, Muhammad has stated that there is no long-term damage to his eye following the incident.

No Lingering Issues

Muhammad underwent medical examinations after the fight and was given a clean bill of health. He is expected to make a full recovery and resume training soon. The eye injury temporarily halted the fight, but the referee ultimately deemed Muhammad unfit to continue.

Upcoming Fight Status

Despite the setback, Muhammad remains optimistic about his future in the UFC. He is currently scheduled to face Leon Edwards in a rematch, although the date has yet to be announced. Muhammad is confident in his abilities and is eager to prove himself in the welterweight division once again.

Time for Edwards Fight

Leon Edwards, Muhammad's opponent, is expected to enter the octagon around 5:30 am local time for their upcoming fight. The exact date and location of the rematch have not been finalized.

Muhammad's Dominant Performance

In his previous fight against Edwards, Muhammad showcased a dominant performance. He controlled the majority of the fight and landed significant strikes on Edwards, leading many to believe that he would have emerged victorious had the fight not been stopped prematurely.