Belal Muhammad has long been friends with fellow Chicago native and WWE superstar CM Punk. The UFC standout and the pro wrestling icon have consistently shown public support for one another.

“You see it in their eyes,” said Belal Muhammad ... It’s been going on so long he’s actually gotten used to it now. “People are still doubting me,” Muhammad said.

Jack Della Maddalena claimed the welterweight title from Belal Muhammad in the main event of ... I couldn’t spend too long against the fence or on my back. “I was gunning for a finish but ...