Leon Edwards News
Islam Makhachev calls for welterweight title fight against Leon Edwards
Cole Shelton - July 18, 2023
Jorge Masvidal says Leon Edwards "just crossed a line" in altercation at UFC London: “I don’t have nothing personal”
Susan Cox - June 9, 2023
Jorge Masvidal says Leon Edwards “just crossed a line” in their previous altercation at UFC London. It was back in March of 2019, at UFC London that Masvidal (35-17 MMA) was giving an interview to Laura Sanko of UFC/ESPN, following his knockout victory over Darren Till (18-5 MMA) when Edwards interrupted the exchange.
Henry Cejudo explains why he believes Leon Edwards is a more "winnable" fight for Conor McGregor than Michael Chandler
Cole Shelton - May 29, 2023
Henry Cejudo thinks Conor McGregor would have an easier time beating Leon Edwards than he would Michael Chandler. McGregor is set to coach TUF 31 opposite Chandler with the two set to fight later this year, likely at welterweight. With the fight expected to take place at 170lbs, many have thought that if the Irishman wins, he could get a little shot against Leon Edwards as he looks to become the first person in UFC history to win titles in three weight classes.
UFC champion Leon Edwards upset he will never get to “put a beating” on Jorge Masvidal inside of the Octagon: “That’s the one that got away”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 28, 2023
UFC Welterweight Champion Leon Edwards admits that he wishes he got a chance to fight Jorge Masvidal. There was bad blood between “Rocky” and “Gamebred.” Back in March 2019 after a UFC London event, Edwards and Masvidal crossed paths. Masvidal was in the midst of an interview when the two exchanged words. Masvidal approached Edwards and punched him in the face.
Nate Diaz shares high praise for former opponent and current UFC champion Leon Edwards: “He’s great”
Harry Kettle - May 12, 2023
Former UFC star Nate Diaz has praised former opponent Leon Edwards for his work ethic, almost two years on from their UFC 263 collision. On August 5, former UFC sensation Nate Diaz will return to combat sports. However, as opposed to mixed martial arts, he’ll be venturing into the squared circle for a boxing match. When he does, he’ll go head to head with Jake Paul in a meeting that has been years in the making.
Muhammad Usman says Leon Edwards didn’t beat his brother in trilogy fight at UFC 286: “If that fight was in America, Kamaru would have won”
Susan Cox - May 4, 2023
Muhammad Usman doesn’t believe Leon Edwards beat his brother Kamaru in their trilogy fight at UFC 286. It is Mohammed Usman’s belief that the most recent fight between his brother, Kamaru Usman, and Leon Edwards would have had a much different ending had it taken place in the United States.
Leon Edwards laughs off talk that he could be stripped of UFC welterweight title: "I’m one that always took every fight"
Josh Evanoff - April 14, 2023
UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards isn’t worried about losing the gold. ‘Rocky’ has been out of the octagon since his trilogy bout with Kamaru Usman last month. In that outing, Edwards scored his second straight win over ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ by unanimous decision. The British star had famously claimed the title by knockout the prior August.
Leon Edwards opens up on his relationship with UFC President Dana White amid Colby Covington controversy: “It's alright, we're not the best pals”
Lewis Simpson - April 14, 2023
UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards opens up on his relationship with UFC President Dana White amid the Colby Covington controversy. In March, at UFC 286, Edwards successfully completed the double over Kamaru Usman, earning a majority decision on the judges’ scorecards. Colby Covington, the UFC’s favourite heel, weighed in as the backup fighter in case anything was to unexpectedly occur.
Gilbert Burns explains why he would prefer to fight Colby Covington for the UFC welterweight title over Leon Edwards
Susan Cox - April 14, 2023
Gilbert Burns is explaining why he would prefer to fight Colby Covington for the UFC welterweight title over Leon Edwards. It was earlier this month at UFC 287 where Gilbert Burns (22-5 MMA) defeated Jorge Masvidal (35-17 MMA) via unanimous decision in the welterweight co-main event.
Colby Covington reveals the UFC has promised him that Leon Edwards will face consequences if he refuses fight
Harry Kettle - April 11, 2023
Colby Covington has claimed that the UFC will strip Leon Edwards of the UFC welterweight championship if he refuses to fight him. Following UFC 286, UFC president Dana White made it known that Colby Covington is set to be the next challenger for Leon Edwards’ UFC title. The news came despite the fact that ‘Chaos’ hasn’t fought in over a year since he defeated Jorge Masvidal. Edwards, meanwhile, is coming off the back of consecutive victories over Kamaru Usman.
Leon Edwards slams Jorge Masvidal for his UFC 287 loss to Gilbert Burns: “Bum Jorge fumbled the bag once again”
Jeffrey Walter - April 9, 2023
UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards took aim at Jorge Masvidal shortly following the conclusion of tonight’s fight card in Miami. Masvidal (35-17 MMA) had squared off with Gilbert Burns (22-5 MMA) in the co-headliner of tonight’s UFC 287 pay-per-view event. The bout marked Jorge’s first since suffering a lopsided decision defeat to Colby Covington twelve months ago.
Kevin Holland "unfortunately" believes Colby Covington will win UFC gold in his return: "Does anyone really actually like Colby?"
Josh Evanoff - April 5, 2023
UFC welterweight contender Kevin Holland has chimed in on Colby Covington’s return. ‘Trail Blazer’ has been out of the octagon since his fight night main event with Stephen Thompson in December. In that outing, ‘Wonderboy’ dominated en route to a fourth-round stoppage victory. The defeat was Holland’s second in a row, having previously lost by submission to Khamzat Chimaev.
Belal Muhammad shares his thoughts on rumored Colby Covington vs. Leon Edwards title fight at UFC 291: "I step in and finish Colby in 2"
Chris Taylor - April 1, 2023
Belal Muhammad has shared his thoughts on the rumored Colby Covington vs. Leon Edwards title fight at UFC 291. Yesterday afternoon Sports Illustrated reported that ‘Edwards vs. Covington’ is being targeted to headline UFC 291 on July 22nd in London, England.
Chael Sonnen discusses the possibility of Colby Covington dethroning welterweight champion Leon Edwards: “Become the biggest villain to be UFC champion in the sport's history”
Harry Kettle - March 29, 2023
MMA analyst Chael Sonnen has looked ahead to a possible future in which Colby Covington becomes UFC welterweight champion. Following Leon Edwards’ win over Kamaru Usman at UFC 286, Dana White confirmed that Colby Covington is next in line for the belt. In the eyes of many, this came as something of a surprise.
Ian Garry confident that teammate Leon Edwards would admit he could lose to him in a potential fight: “I guarantee you he’d say yes”
Harry Kettle - March 29, 2023
UFC star Ian Garry believes that Leon Edwards would admit he could lose to the Irishman if they fought one another. Since entering the UFC in late 2021, Ian Garry has gone 4-0 with the promotion. He’s had to overcome adversity in that time but with two finishes and two decisions to his name, he’s already been able to showcase his versatility.
Dana White responds after Leon Edwards claims he won't accept a fight with Colby Covington: "It’s going to be Colby next"
Chris Taylor - March 25, 2023
UFC President Dana White has responded after Leon Edwards claimed he would not accept a fight with Colby Covington next. After Edwards defeated Kamaru Usman in their trilogy fight at UFC 286, Dana White confirmed to reporters that Colby Covington would be next up for a shot at ‘Rocky’s’ coveted welterweight world title.
Teddy Atlas explains how Kamaru Usman’s “cloak of invincibility” was taken away in knockout loss to Leon Edwards
Harry Kettle - March 22, 2023
Legendary boxing coach Teddy Atlas has given his thoughts on how Leon Edwards was able to take away Kamaru Usman’s invincibility. Last weekend at UFC 285, Leon Edwards was able to defeat Kamaru Usman via majority decision. It marked the second time he was able to do so, following on from his head kick knockout win last summer.
Chael Sonnen believes it would be "cruel" for Colby Covington to not receive UFC title shot in return: "Clearest number one contender in the sport"
Josh Evanoff - March 21, 2023
Chael Sonnen believes Colby Covington has to be next for UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards. ‘Rocky’ returned to the octagon over the weekend in the main event of UFC 286. Edwards faced Kamaru Usman in a trilogy bout for the UFC welterweight title. Just months after knocking out ‘The Nigerian Nighmare’ to claim gold, the Brit defended it against the former champion.
Colby Covington warns Leon Edwards will be stripped of UFC title if he doesn't fight him: "You're a nobody"
Josh Evanoff - March 21, 2023
UFC welterweight contender Colby Covington believes it would be wise for Leon Edwards to fight him. ‘Chaos’ has been out of the cage for over a year, last facing Jorge Masvidal at UFC 272. In the pay-per-view main event, Covington dominated en route to a unanimous decision win. Weeks following the bout, ‘Gamebred’ allegedly assaulted the former interim champion outside a Miami bar.