Belal Muhammad to Carry Palestine Flag at UFC 315

UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad has confirmed he will carry the Palestinian flag during his walkout at UFC 315 in Montreal, where he is set to defend his title against Jack Della Maddalena. Muhammad, whose parents are Palestinian, sees representing his heritage as both a personal motivation and a show of solidarity amid the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict. The UFC had banned all national flags after the Russia-Ukraine war, but lifted this restriction in late 2023, enabling Muhammad to display the Palestinian flag once again. Despite a brief removal of the flag from his UFC profile, the matter was quickly resolved, and UFC management has assured Muhammad there will be no further obstacles to his flag display. Muhammad uses his platform to raise awareness, run fundraisers, and advocate for those suffering in Gaza. His actions have resonated with fans, highlighting that his fight represents more than just sport.