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Leon Edwards and Sean Brady Headline UFC Fight Night 255 in London

The event features pivotal matchups, including Edwards’ bid for a title shot and Jan Blachowicz's return after a two-year hiatus.

Mixed Martial Arts - UFC Fight Night - Leon Edwards v Sean Brady - O2 Arena, London, Britain - March 22, 2025 Sean Brady during his welterweight fight against Leon Edwards Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers
Leon Edwards is pinned by Sean Brady during the Welterweight fight between Leon Edwards and Sean Brady at The O2 Arena on March 22, 2025 in London, England.
Mixed Martial Arts - UFC Fight Night - Leon Edwards v Sean Brady - O2 Arena, London, Britain - March 22, 2025 Leon Edwards in action against Sean Brady during their welterweight bout Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers
Mixed Martial Arts - UFC Fight Night - Leon Edwards v Sean Brady - O2 Arena, London, Britain - March 22, 2025 Leon Edwards in action against Sean Brady during their welterweight bout Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers

Overview

  • Leon Edwards faces Sean Brady in a high-stakes welterweight bout, with Edwards aiming to secure a title shot and surpass Georges St-Pierre in total fight time if the fight goes the distance.
  • Jan Blachowicz returns to the Octagon after two years to fight Carlos Ulberg in the co-main event, with Blachowicz expected to earn around $1 million.
  • Gunnar Nelson looks to extend his UFC records for submission wins and strike accuracy as he faces Kevin Holland on the main card.
  • Hometown favorite Molly McCann takes on debuting Brazilian fighter Alexia Thainara, highlighting the UFC's focus on new talent.
  • The event showcases two UFC debuts, including Alexia Thainara and Andrey Pulyaev, who earned contracts through Dana White's Contender Series.