AFCON 2025
Mohammed Usman delivered a solid performance at UFC Fight Night: Hill vs. Rountree Jr. on June 21, 2025, at the Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan.
The heavyweight bout against Hamdy Abdelwahab opened the main card, and it was a hard-fought victory that put Usman back in the win column.
Usman earned the victory via unanimous decision, with all three judges scoring the bout 29–28. The win improves his professional record to 13–4–0, while Abdelwahab drops to 6–1 (1 NC).
This victory halts a two‑fight skid for Usman and provides a boost of confidence for the younger brother of former welterweight champion, Kamaru Usman who also returned to winning ways in his bout with Joaquin Buckley.
It also sets the stage for him to climb the UFC heavyweight rankings and pursue higher‑profile opponents in future fights.
In his post‑fight interview, Usman expressed relief at getting back into the win column and emphasized improvements to his striking and fight IQ. This win marks a pivotal moment in his UFC journey and could signal a turning point as he aims to carve out a successful path in one of MMA’s toughest divisions.
