Robert Whittaker thinks Belal Muhammad trying to prove a point against Jack Della Maddalena cost him at UFC 315.

A much-discussed post-fight moment sees a graphic image shared by UFC President Dana White, showing Muhammad’s severely split upper lip as a result of the punishment he took. Also seen are cuts and areas of swelling on and around Muhammad’s face.

Belal Muhammad recently lost the Welterweight title to Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 315. Surprisingly, Muhammad, who has often incorporated wrestling as a significant part of his game plan, elected to strike with Maddalena,