D. White in a post-event interview. Photo: Reproduction/YouTube
Originally cast to face Jorge masvidal No. UFC 269 on December 11th, Leon edwards He was taken by surprise when he found out about his opponent's injury and now has no defined opponent. However, the president of Ultimate, Dana White, stated that he is already planning a fight for the Englishman, but ruled out a possibility of a welterweight title fight (up to 77kg.) against Kamaru Usman.
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“The UFC is 'working' on some fight for Leon edwards after leaving Jorge masvidal of the fight. Let's not look for a fight against the champion Kamaru Usman until your hand is better”, reported White in conversation with journalist Chisanga Malata.
The story involving Leon edwards e Kamaru Usman is old, as the two athletes faced each other in December 2015. At the time, the Nigerian – who was not yet champion – won the duel on points and, since then, the Englishman has lined up nine opponents and had a 'fight without result' , including victories over the likes of Nate diaz, Rafael dos Anjos e Donald Cerrone.
Third place in the welterweight rankings, Leon edwards he deserved a chance to compete for the category belt. In his career, he has a record of 19 positive results and three negative results.
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