Muhammad commented on Parnasse's UFC debut and suggested his opponent

• French debutant Parnass defeated Dan Hooker at UFC Fight Night 287 in Paris
• Former champion Belal Muhammad reacted to the debut success of the young fighter
• Muhammad suggested Michael Chandler as the next opponent for Parnass

At the UFC Fight Night 287 tournament held in Paris, an event occurred that caught the attention of the promotion's figures. French debutant Salahdin Parnass showcased an impressive fighting composition, defeating experienced New Zealand fighter Dan Hooker in the main event of the evening. This was the first official meeting of the young French fighter under the banner of the largest mixed martial arts organization.

The result of Parnass's debut fight did not go unnoticed in the circles of ranked athletes. Belal Muhammad, a former UFC welterweight champion, quickly reacted to the outcome of the fight. The American of Palestinian descent expressed his opinion regarding the future trajectory of the young Frenchman's career in the organization.

Muhammad suggested who should be invited for Parnass's next fight. According to the former champion, a logical opponent for the debutant would be Michael Chandler — one of the veterans of the promotion, who has significant experience competing at the highest level. Such a choice would be traditional in the strategy of gradually increasing the difficulty of opponents for newcomers showing promise.

Muhammad's proposal has a logical nature in terms of planning the tournament bracket. The first victory has already given Parnassus the right to claim a more renowned opponent than his debut rival. At the same time, the fighter who won the first fight in the UFC needs to continue testing on the international stage to establish himself in the main roster of the organization.

The rise of young talents in the UFC usually follows a proven scheme: debutants face relatively accessible opponents, and after victories, they gradually meet more experienced fighters. This approach allows the organization to determine the potential of newcomers and properly integrate them into the long-term plans of the promotion. Parnassus's successful debut and Muhammad's recommendation indicate a growing interest in the career of the young Frenchman.

Source: Championat