A similar number of them were captured and were either executed or kept for ransom.[29] The Meccan general Abu Jahl survived the battle, but with mortal injuries. A Muslim warrior found him, decapitated him and presented his head to Muhammad. Many more Quraysh noblemen had died in the fighting, which posed a significant blow to the Quraysh.[32] Muhammad thought about pursuing the Meccan caravan, but then decided to return to Medina instead.[33]