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Leon Edwards Faces Sean Brady in UFC London Title Eliminator

The former welterweight champion seeks redemption and a path back to the title in a pivotal clash against grappling specialist Sean Brady.

Leon Edwards celebrates after the Welterweight Title Bout between Leon Edwards and Kamaru Usman at The O2 Arena on March 18, 2023 in London, England
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Overview

  • Leon Edwards will headline UFC London on March 22, 2025, against Sean Brady after his original opponent, Jack Della Maddalena, was moved to a title fight at UFC 315.
  • The fight is widely regarded as a title eliminator, with the winner likely to face the welterweight champion next.
  • Edwards is determined to reclaim his title after losing to Belal Muhammad at UFC 304, attributing the defeat to poor preparation and challenging fight conditions.
  • Sean Brady, a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt, has predicted a submission victory, aiming to be the first to finish Edwards in his career.
  • The event will also feature notable fights, including Jan Blachowicz vs. Carlos Ulberg and Molly McCann vs. Alexia Thainara, at the O2 Arena in London.