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Leon Edwards issues statement on scrapped Khamzat Chimaev fight
No. 3-ranked UFC welterweight contender Leon Edwards has issued a public statement after he was forced out of his upcoming fight. Edwards was scheduled to take on red-hot prospect Khamzat Chimaev in the main event of stacked UFC Fight Night card on December 19. Regrettably, the Birmingham, UK native was forced to withdraw from the […]
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Khamzat Chimaev vs. Leon Edwards fight scrapped due to COVID-19
An anticipated welterweight scrap between No. 3-ranked contender Leon Edwards and rising prospect Khamzat Chimaev has unfortunately been canceled after Edwards tested positive for COVID-19. News of the bout’s cancelation comes from Ariel Helwani of ESPN, the official broadcast partner of the UFC. Leon Edwards vs. Khamzat Chimaev isn’t happening on Dec. 19, per sources. […]
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Khamzat Chimaev “good to go” for Leon Edwards fight despite reports of COVID-19 positive test
UFC welterweight Khamzat Chimaev says he’s “good to go” for the Leon Edwards fight despite reports of a COVID-19 positive test. Chimaev and Edwards will meet in the main event of UFC Vegas 17 on December 19. This five-round welterweight bout between two of the top-15 ranked fighters in the division is one of the […]
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Leon Edwards has a message for UFC President Dana White: “I’m going to smash your boy”
Leon Edwards is confident he will derail the hype of Khamzat Chimaev. Edwards is set to headline the final UFC event of the year on December 19 against Chimaev. Entering the fight, it is a very intriguing one, with many pundits torn on who will win. However, Edwards knows the UFC is hoping Chimaev is […]
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Leon Edwards sizes up Khamzat Chimaev: “I believe he’s overhyped”
UFC welterweight contender Leon Edwards sized up his upcoming opponent Khamzat Chimaev, saying that the Swedish prospect is “overhyped.” After temporarily being removed from the UFC rankings due to inactivity, Edwards finally signed on the dotted line to fight Chimaev. The two will square off on December 19 in a five-round welterweight main event, and […]
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Neil Magny reacts to Khamzat Chimaev vs. Leon Edwards booking
UFC welterweight contender Neil Magny has reacted to a newly confirmed matchup between Khamzat Chimaev and Leon Edwards. Chimaev, the hottest prospect in MMA at present, and Edwards, the UFC’s No. 3-ranked welterweight contender, are scheduled to collide on December 19. Magny has an interesting perspective on the bout, as it briefly looked like he […]
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Khamzat Chimaev vs. Leon Edwards betting odds released
The opening betting odds have been released for the upcoming welterweight main event between Khamzat Chimaev and Leon Edwards. Chimaev is one of the hottest fighters in the sport right now. Since making his UFC debut on Fight Island in July, Chimaev has defeated John Phillips, Rhys McKee, and Gerald Meerschaert, all by stoppage. He […]
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Leon Edwards vs. Khamzat Chimaev headlines UFC event on December 19
A highly-anticipated welterweight bout between Leon Edwards and Khamzat Chimaev is set to headline a UFC event on December 19 in Las Vegas. As replayed by ESPN’s Ariel Helwani, UFC president Dana White appeared on the Jim Rome show on Friday and made the announcement that the Edwards vs. Chimaev fight is a done deal. […]
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Report | Leon Edwards turned down multiple opponents including Covington and Neal before being removed from rankings
Leon Edwards reportedly turned down multiple opponents before he was removed from the UFC rankings. Edwards hasn’t fought since July of last year when he defeated Rafael dos Anjos by decision. Since then, he was scheduled to fight Tyron Woodley in March. However, the event was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Edwards was then […]
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Leon Edwards removed from UFC rankings
Streaking UFC welterweight contender Leon Edwards has been removed from the promotion’s official rankings. Edwards is currently on an eight-fight win-streak in the perilous UFC welterweight division, highlighted by victories over the likes of Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone, Gunnar Nelson and Rafael dos Anjos. However, the Birmingham native has not fought since July 2019. That prolonged […]
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Leon Edwards offers piece of advice to Khamzat Chimaev
Streaking UFC welterweight contender Leon Edwards has some advice for Khamzat Chimaev, who has recently made many high-profile callouts. Chimaev is easily the most hyped prospect in MMA at present, having gone 3-0 since July, with wins over John Phillips, Rhys McKee and most recently, Gerald Meerschaert. On the heels of those wins, the welterweight […]
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Stephen Thompson responds to snub from Leon Edwards
Stephen Thompson has now responded to a recent snub from fellow top-10 welterweight contender Leon Edwards. Late last month, Thompson, who is known as one of the nicest guys in MMA, made his “first ever” Twitter callout, suggesting a matchup with the streaking Edwards. All due respect @Leon_edwardsmma , which I have a lot of […]
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Leon Edwards offers piece of advice to Khamzat Chimaev
Streaking UFC welterweight contender Leon Edwards has some advice for Khamzat Chimaev, who has recently made many high-profile callouts. Chimaev is easily the most hyped prospect in MMA at present, having gone 3-0 since July, with wins over John Phillips, Rhys McKee and most recently, Gerald Meerschaert. On the heels of those wins, the welterweight […]
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Leon Edwards responds to callout from ‘Wonderboy’
Surging UFC welterweight contender Leon Edwards isn’t particularly interested in a fight with Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson. Edwards, who fights out of Birmingham, UK, is currently on an eight-fight unbeaten run in the UFC welterweight division, including wins over top-flight foes like Gunnar Nelson, Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone and Rafael dos Anjos. Despite this amazing success, he’s […]
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Leon Edwards says Jorge Masvidal turned him down for Nate Diaz rematch
UFC welterweight contender Leon Edwards claims that superstar Jorge Masvidal spurned a potential fight against him in favor of Nate Diaz. Edwards and Masvidal have been connected to a potential fight ever since their back-stage scuffle at UFC London in March 2019. With Edwards needing a fight against a top-five opponent and with Masvidal coming […]
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Leon Edwards blasts “racist scumbag” Colby Covington, wants to fight him in December
UFC welterweight contender Leon Edwards blasted “racist scumbag” Colby Covington following his TKO win over Tyron Woodley at UFC Vegas 11. Covington defeated Woodley via fifth-round stoppage in a lopsided beating in the main event of Saturday’s UFC Vegas 11 event. Following the fight, Edwards took to social media to call Covington out and he […]
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Michael Chiesa welcomes fight with Leon Edwards: “I like that fight a lot”
Rising UFC welterweight contender Michael Chiesa is willing to step into the Octagon with the division’s No. 3-ranked fighter, Leon Edwards. Edwards is currently on a fantastic eight-fight win-streak, but has not fought in over a year, and has struggled greatly to find a willing dance partner for his next fight. While Chiesa recognizes that […]
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Ben Askren shares some advice for Leon Edwards
Ben Askren has some advice for UFC welterweight contender Leon Edwards, who is struggling to get a big opportunity despite an eight-fight win-streak. Edwards, who currently holds the No. 3 spot in the UFC welterweight rankings, has gone over a year without a fight, and has grown increasingly bellicose during that time. Askren, who retired […]
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Leon Edwards guarantees he will fight in 2020, hopes to fight “big name” Nick Diaz
Leon Edwards says he will fight in 2020 and hopes that bout will be against a big name like Nick Diaz. Edwards was expected to fight in March at UFC London against Tyron Woodley. However, just a week before the event was set to take place it was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Since […]
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Leon Edwards issues searing response to Nate Diaz diss
UFC welterweight contender Leon Edwards has issued a searing response to a recent dig from fellow welterweight star Nate Diaz. Earlier this week, Birmingham’s Edwards took a shot at fellow welterweight contender Jorge Masvidal, who he was involved in a backstage brawl with in 2019, but has yet to meet in the Octagon—despite his best […]
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Leon Edwards responds to criticisms from Chael Sonnen: I can’t “put on a MAGA hat and pretend”
UFC welterweight contender Leon Edwards has responded to a recent criticism from former fighter turned MMA analyst Chael Sonnen. Edwards currently holds the No. 3 spot in the UFC welterweight rankings, and is riding an impressive, eight-fight win-streak. Despite his station in the division, he’s struggled to land himself a big fight, and Sonnen believes […]
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Leon Edwards explains why Nick Diaz matchup makes sense
Leon Edwards believes he should be given the task of welcoming former Strikeforce welterweight champion Nick Diaz back to the Octagon. Edwards is on an impressive eight-fight win-streak and currently holds the No. 3 spot in the UFC welterweight rankings. Unfortunately, he’s currently without a dance partner, as everyone else in the division’s top-5 is […]
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Chael Sonnen shares some advice for UFC welterweight standouts Leon Edwards and Neil Magny
Former UFC title challenger Chael Sonnen has shared some advice for perennial welterweight contenders Leon Edwards and Neil Magny. Despite being on an impressive eight-fight win streak, the Birmingham native in Edwards has not stepped foot in the Octagon since defeating Rafael dos Anjos by unanimous decision in July of 2019. During a recent episode […]
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Leon Edwards reacts to Jorge Masvidal vs. Nate Diaz 2: “Two journeymen go at it again”
Leon Edwards is not a fan of Jorge Masvidal rematching Nate Diaz. Earlier on Tuesday, news came out that Masvidal and Diaz would be having their rematch in December or January with the BMF title on the line. It is obviously a massive fight, but many fans wanted to see Masvidal-Edwards especially after the rivalry […]
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Leon Edwards blasts Gilbert Burns and Jorge Masvidal, says he’s willing fight ‘Gamebred’ in the streets for free
UFC welterweight contender Leon Edwards continues to call out Gilbert Burns & Jorge Masvidal on social media. Edwards, who holds an 18-3 professional mixed martial arts record, is currently riding an eight-fight win streak with his last loss inside the Octagon coming against current champion Kamaru Usman back in December 2015. He hasn’t fought since […]
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Leon Edwards says Jorge Masvidal’s “Street Jesus” persona is a marketing ploy
UFC welterweight contender Leon Edwards took a shot at Jorge Masvidal, saying his “Street Jesus” persona is just a marketing ploy. Edwards and Masvidal have butted heads on social media for several months now, and the rivalry doesn’t look to be ending anytime soon. Both men are ranked in the top-five of the UFC welterweight […]
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Leon Edwards tells “p*ssy” Jorge Masvidal to fight him
UFC welterweight contender Leon Edwards is still gunning for a matchup against superstar divisional rival Jorge Masvidal. Edwards is currently the No. 3 ranked welterweight in the UFC. He has not fought since July 2019 when he defeated Rafael dos Anjos, but overall he has won eight straight fights and is highly regarded by fans […]
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Leon Edwards calls out Jorge Masvidal: “It’s the only fight that makes sense”
Birmingham’s Leon Edwards has set his crosshairs on fellow welterweight contender Jorge Masvidal, pegging the potential pairing as “the only fight that makes sense” if he’s not given a title shot. Edwards called for a fight with Masvidal on Instagram on Wednesday afternoon. View this post on Instagram Let’s make it happen, it’s […]