Ex-champ Belal faces surging Bonfim on June 6

Former welterweight champion Belal Muhammad will face rising contender Gabriel Bonfim at UFC Fight Night on June 6 at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas. Muhammad is looking to turn a corner after suffering consecutive losses, while Bonfim arrives riding a four-fight win streak. This matchup carries significant implications for the welterweight division, as a victory for Muhammad could reignite his title aspirations, while a Bonfim win would further establish him as a legitimate contender. The bout was announced as part of Dana White's major scheduling update for UFC's spring and early summer calendar. Both fighters will be motivated to secure a decisive victory and move closer to title opportunities.