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Leon Edwards and Sean Brady Set for Pivotal UFC London Showdown

Former champion Edwards seeks redemption and a title shot while grappling specialist Brady eyes a career-defining victory.

Leon Edwards is seen on the stage during the UFC 276 ceremonial weigh-in at T-Mobile Arena on July 01, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Leon Edwards of Jamaica celebrates after winning a welterweight title bout against Kamaru Usman of Nigeria during UFC 278 at Vivint Arena on August 20, 2022 in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Overview

  • Leon Edwards, fighting for the first time since losing his welterweight title to Belal Muhammad, aims to secure a title shot with a win in London.
  • Sean Brady, ranked fifth in the division, steps in as a late replacement and seeks to leverage his grappling expertise to upset Edwards.
  • Edwards has faced criticism for struggling against grapplers in previous bouts, prompting analysts to call for an aggressive strategy in this fight.
  • Brady has questioned Edwards' focus, accusing him of overlooking the fight by fixating on a future title shot and his rivalry with Muhammad.
  • The outcome of this main event will have significant implications for the UFC welterweight title picture in 2025.