Belal Muhammad Eye Injury

UFC Fight Night 187: Belal Muhammad Suffers Gruesome Eye Injury in Main Event

Muhammad's First Main Event Ends in Bizarre Fashion

Belal Muhammad's first main event in the UFC took an unfortunate turn on Saturday night, as the ranked welterweight suffered a bizarre eye injury that brought the fight to an abrupt end.

Eye Poke Ends the Night

Muhammad was facing Leon Edwards in the main event of UFC Vegas 21 when, in the second round, Edwards' finger accidentally poked Muhammad's eye. The impact caused immediate pain and swelling, forcing the fight to be stopped by the referee.

Muhammad Recovering, No Long-Term Damage

Following the fight, Muhammad underwent medical examination and was cleared of any serious or long-term damage to his eye. Muhammad has since shared a video on social media discussing the incident, expressing his gratitude for the support he has received and reiterating that there are no lasting effects.

Edwards Apologizes, Shares Different View

Leon Edwards has publicly apologized for the accidental eye poke, acknowledging that it was a "horrible experience" for Muhammad. However, Edwards has also shared a different perspective on the incident, claiming that Muhammad could have continued fighting if he had chosen to.

Unfortunate End to a Highly Anticipated Fight

The eye poke in the main event of UFC Fight Night 187 was an unfortunate incident that overshadowed what was otherwise a highly anticipated and competitive fight. Both Muhammad and Edwards expressed disappointment in the outcome, but they both remain hopeful for future opportunities in the UFC.