Sean Brady reflects on impact of loss to Belal Muhammad
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 2:58 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Sean Brady expressed deep emotional turmoil following his loss to Belal Muhammad at UFC 280 in 2022. The defeat, which marked Brady's first in his professional career, heavily affected his sense of identity, leading him to work with a mental health coach. Brady noted that he often found himself crying unexpectedly, illustrating the profound impact of the loss on his mental state. He remains confident in his abilities and expresses a desire for a rematch with Muhammad, believing he would prevail in a later fight. Brady now holds a record of 19-2 and is scheduled to face Gabriel Bonfim on November 7 at a UFC Fight Night.
- •Brady lost to Muhammad at UFC 280 in 2022.
- •He has since won against notable opponents like Kelvin Gastelum.
- •Brady is set to fight Gabriel Bonfim on November 7.
- •He has stated a desire for a rematch with Muhammad.
- •Brady now lists a record of 19-2.
- 2:58 AMYahoo Sports — Sean Brady says Belal Muhammad loss left him randomly crying
"Sean Brady didn’t take his first professional loss lightly.
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