Belal Muhammad expresses interest in fighting Kamaru Usman at middleweight

Belal Muhammad is proposing a fight against Kamaru Usman as he looks to rebound from a three-fight losing streak. Muhammad, a former welterweight champion, stated he is willing to move up to the middleweight division to secure the matchup. The 38-year-old fighter is currently seeking to return to the win column following recent losses to Ian Machado Garry and Gabriel Bonfim. Usman, 39, has competed in the middleweight division during his recent career, including bouts against Khamzat Chimaev and Dricus Du Plessis. Muhammad claims he has requested the fight for several years and believes it is the most logical step for both fighters. There has been no official scheduling for a potential meeting between the two former champions.

• 9:10 PMYahoo Sports — Belal Muhammad willing to go up to middleweight for Kamaru Usman fight