Shavkat Rakhmonov's impressive victory over Ian Machado Garry at UFC 310 solidified his position as a top contender in the UFC Welterweight division. With his dominant grappling and well-rounded skill set, Rakhmonov extended his undefeated streak to 19-0 and earned a spot as the #2 ranked welterweight in the UFC. His performance in the title eliminator against Garry showed his resilience and ability to control opponents in all areas of the fight.

After this victory, the logical next step for Rakhmonov could be a showdown for the UFC Welterweight Championship. A title bout against reigning champion Belal Muhammad would be a highly anticipated contest. Muhammad, known for his relentless pressure and top-tier cardio, would present a unique challenge for Rakhmonov’s aggressive style and technical grappling.

Shavkat Rakhmonov

Professional Record: 19-0

UFC Welterweight Ranking: #2

Last Five Fights:

* Win vs. Ian Machado Garry – Decision (unanimous), UFC 310, Round 5
* Win vs. Stephen Thompson – Submission (rear-naked choke), UFC 296, Round 2
* Win vs. Geoff Neal – Submission (rear-naked choke), UFC 285, Round 3
* Win vs. Neil Magny – Submission (guillotine choke), UFC on ESPN: Tsarukyan vs. Gamrot, Round 2
* Win vs. Carlston Harris – KO (spinning hook kick and punches), UFC Fight Night: Hermansson vs. Strickland, Round 1

Belal Muhammad

Professional Record: 24-3 (1 NC)

UFC Welterweight Ranking: Champion

Last Five Fights:

* Win vs. Leon Edwards – Decision (unanimous), UFC 304, Round 5
* Win vs. Gilbert Burns – Decision (unanimous), UFC 288, Round 5
* Win vs. Sean Brady – TKO (punches), UFC 280, Round 2
* Win vs. Vicente Luque – Decision (unanimous), UFC on ESPN: Luque vs. Muhammad 2, Round 5
* Win vs. Stephen Thompson – Decision (unanimous), UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs. Daukaus, Round 3

Rakhmonov's dynamic fighting style, featuring precise strikes and overwhelming grappling, would face off against Muhammad's pressure-based striking and strong control in the clinch. A potential clash between the two could determine who will reign as the next UFC Welterweight Champion, with Rakhmonov looking to maintain his unbeaten streak and Muhammad aiming to solidify his legacy as a dominant titleholder.