UFC commentator and podcaster Joe Rogan has built a reputation for his insatiable curiosity and unfiltered approach to The Joe Rogan Experience. Whether he’s diving into topics about UFOs, conspiracy theories, or mixed martial arts, Rogan’s eagerness to explore every angle keeps him deeply engaged in the conversation. However, this inquisitive nature often leads him to interrupt his guests, a habit that hasn’t gone unnoticed by fans and has sparked some criticism.

This pattern emerged once again in the latest episode of The Joe Rogan Experience when Rogan welcomed newly crowned welterweight champion Belal Muhammad on JRE MMA Show #162. True to form, Rogan interjected multiple times while Muhammad was speaking, prompting some listeners to wonder if these interruptions were intentional or just part of Rogan’s enthusiastic style. So, what’s the real story behind Rogan’s interruptions? Let’s explore this controversial topic.

Joe Rogan interrupts Belal Muhammad during his talk

Belal Muhammad, after winning his dream title, is currently taking time off from the octagon to focus on other projects, such as appearing on Joe Rogan’s podcast. during his guest appearance, Muhammad talked about a fight in his division between Colby Covington and Leon Edwards at UFC 296 last year, where Edwards successfully defended his title by disappointingly defeating Covington in front of Donald Trump.

Belal Muhammad and Rogan recently explored the reasons behind Covington’s loss . Muhammad said, “I don’t think the time off hurt Colby’s distance management because his takedowns were terrible in that fight. He wasn’t managing well, but he was the truth though…” Before Muhammad could finish his remark, Rogan jumped in with insight, saying, “I think the foot had a big factor because I think he broke his foot. I think Leon checked the kick early on, or he kicked low and hit the shin and broke his foot or hit the knee.” Rogan’s statement seemed to offer an excuse to podcast listeners for Covington’s poor performance by suggesting he had broken his foot.

The podcaster’s statement suggests that he could possibly be defending Colby Covington’s poor performance at UFC 296. However, this might be off the mark and highly unlikely because Covington, who has been labeled as the most heated fighter in UFC history, used some dirty tactics before his fight against Leon Edwards, making him a prime target for critics, including Joe Rogan, who then criticized Covington for his negative attitude.

Joe Rogan slams Colby Covington

Trash talk is a common element in combat sports, especially in MMA, where it has a significant impact on the opponents’ minds before a fight. Former UFC dual champion Conor Mcgregor was a master of this tactic, using it effectively against opponents like Nate Diaz or Dustin Poirier. While many fighters have tried to emulate McGregor’s approach, it hasn’t always worked for them and, in some cases, has backfired, as seen with Colby Covington.

Colby Covington’s attempt to mentally break down Leon Edwards involved dragging Edward’s family members into the mix, including his late father. This approach angered many, including Joe Rogan. After the fight concluded, Rogan shared his thoughts on the situation, saying, “Colby talked so much s**. It was f* up. That’s Colby. He’s the master at getting under people’s skin but I think in that fight it backfired. He didn’t look good. I was impressed with Leon. I think that the problem in that Colby fight is Leon.”

What are your thoughts on Joe Rogan’s actions when he interrupted Belal Muhammad? Do you think it was intentional or just a result of his habitual style? Drop your opinion below.