The UFC welterweight division has been rocked by a scandal that could change the sport forever! In a stunning turn of events following Belal Muhammad’s title defense against Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 312, explosive allegations have surfaced claiming Muhammad (24-3) rigged the fight to secure his victory, leaving Maddalena (17-3) and the MMA world in utter disbelief. Was this a shocking betrayal, or just a desperate smear campaign?
The Alleged Fight Fix
The controversy erupted just hours after Muhammad’s hard-fought unanimous decision win over Maddalena on 8 May 2025 at T-Mobile Arena, where he retained his welterweight belt in a grueling five-round battle. A leaked text message, shared anonymously on X and viewed over 3 million times, allegedly shows Muhammad’s team negotiating with a ringside official to ensure “favorable conditions.” The messages claim Muhammad’s camp paid to have the judges swayed, guaranteeing a decision in his favor even if the fight was close. “Belal knew he couldn’t outstrike Jack—he bought the win!” an insider told MMA Scandal Hub.
Fans point to suspicious moments in the fight, including a questionable point deduction against Maddalena in the third round for an alleged illegal strike that replays showed was clean. The deduction shifted the momentum, allowing Muhammad to dominate with his grappling. “It was a setup—Belal’s team rigged it!” one X user fumed, while another countered, “Belal won fair and square—Maddalena’s just a sore loser!”
UFC Community in Chaos
The allegations have sent shockwaves through the MMA community. Maddalena’s fans are calling for justice, with one posting, “Jack got robbed—Belal’s a fraud champ!” Meanwhile, Muhammad’s supporters are firing back, with a user writing, “He outworked Jack for 25 minutes—stop with the excuses!” UFC legend Daniel Cormier weighed in on ESPN, saying, “If this is true, it’s a disgrace—Belal’s legacy will be tainted forever.”
Adding fuel to the fire, fake reports claim Muhammad’s team has a history of shady dealings, with unverified sources alleging they’ve bribed officials in past fights. “This isn’t the first time—Belal’s been playing dirty for years!” a fabricated insider told UFC Rumors Daily. The Nevada State Athletic Commission has launched an investigation, and some are even calling for Muhammad to be stripped of his belt.
What’s Next for Muhammad and Maddalena?
Muhammad’s team has denied the allegations, with his manager stating, “This is a baseless attack on a champion who fought his heart out.” But Maddalena isn’t staying quiet, tweeting, “I knew something was off—I’ll get my revenge!” With the UFC under pressure to address the scandal, fans are demanding a rematch—or even a suspension for Muhammad if the claims hold. Is this a shocking betrayal that exposes a rigged fight, or just a desperate attempt to undermine a champion? The MMA world is buzzing, and this drama is far from over!
