Leon Edwards Post-Fight Press Conference | UFC 286

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  • Welterweight champion Leon Edwards talks with the media after the conclusion of his main event trilogy against Kamaru Usman at UFC 286.
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  • @AK20500
    @AK20500 Pƙed rokem +262

    His confidence was literally the main factor to his victory, he understood Usman's ability and respected it, but did not fear the man whatsoever.

    • @kenneth2662
      @kenneth2662 Pƙed rokem +9

      Completely agree brother. I was worried about Usman takedowns but Leon worked!! It's dramatic

    • @brodygaston6053
      @brodygaston6053 Pƙed rokem

      One day maybe Jon Jones will fight someone who isn't afraid of him.

    • @mousefaceko3723
      @mousefaceko3723 Pƙed rokem +1

      ​@Kenneth Truong u mean 3 glove grabs that prevented a take downs but still was a good fight

    • @zacharydavis4398
      @zacharydavis4398 Pƙed rokem

      💯rl

    • @akronik
      @akronik Pƙed rokem +1

      if i kicked a guy in the balls twice in one fight i wouldnt fear him much either

  • @naturalbornkiller361
    @naturalbornkiller361 Pƙed rokem +927

    Great to see someone who had been living the role of unnoticed and uninteresting guy in the room while doing all the hard work in the gym finally takes the spotlight and alpha status in his division. He's the living testimony of "real G's works hard in silence".

    • @doubleRprodutions
      @doubleRprodutions Pƙed rokem +29

      Absolutely, couldn't have put it better. Love to see Rocky finally getting the recognition he's deserved for a long time now.

    • @brendanwalker5636
      @brendanwalker5636 Pƙed rokem +19

      Lasagne

    • @p_dachxnkbleeder2852
      @p_dachxnkbleeder2852 Pƙed rokem +6

      Never heard that made up quote lol but yea it is good to see 😂

    • @awex7
      @awex7 Pƙed rokem

      ALL USMAN FANS ARE A BUNCH OF CAUSALS WHO STARTED WATCHING AFTER HE KNOCKED MASVIDAL OUT TYPICAL AFRICAN AMERICAN FRUITY MEN. WE BRITISH BLACKS ARE SMARTER STRONGER AND BETTER

    • @Peter-uo9km
      @Peter-uo9km Pƙed rokem +4

      You call groin shots grabbing gloves amd fences hard work?

  • @johnnymac3826
    @johnnymac3826 Pƙed rokem +586

    Leon looked so focused for 5 rounds of incredible concentration

    • @1D.JFanMma
      @1D.JFanMma Pƙed rokem +1

      Focused lol 😂

    • @MRios1128
      @MRios1128 Pƙed rokem +7

      Is it just me or did Leon look unimpressive?

    • @kay-ry2pd
      @kay-ry2pd Pƙed rokem

      ​@@MRios1128 dc and dana had this look on their face. Like "dis nigga" why him. 😂

    • @Schmoobs
      @Schmoobs Pƙed rokem +105

      @@MRios1128 just u

    • @DOHOND-gt4oe
      @DOHOND-gt4oe Pƙed rokem +61

      @@MRios1128 just u

  • @alesele20
    @alesele20 Pƙed rokem +368

    What an amazing performance. Leon’s standup is so technical and his takedown defense was next level. He’s also so composed in octagon, he never presses or seems to get flustered, just fights his fight. What a great champion, beating Usman in back to back fights, once emphatically and then to out point him via convincing decision is incredibly impressive.

    • @3piont5for30
      @3piont5for30 Pƙed rokem +4

      putting 0121 on the map!

    • @Hello-vx2ol
      @Hello-vx2ol Pƙed rokem +8

      It was not convincing tbh u could give both of the fighters the decision

    • @jjtorrorobin4230
      @jjtorrorobin4230 Pƙed rokem +3

      Leon cheated

    • @awex7
      @awex7 Pƙed rokem

      ALL USMAN FANS ARE A BUNCH OF CAUSALS WHO STARTED WATCHING AFTER HE KNOCKED MASVIDAL OUT TYPICAL AFRICAN AMERICAN FRUITY MEN. WE BRITISH BLACKS ARE SMARTER STRONGER AND BETTER

    • @gmanscot1982
      @gmanscot1982 Pƙed rokem +3

      So composed in the octagon, illegal glove and cage grabs and two clear kicks to the apponents balls...yup composed 😅

  • @Joshstix95
    @Joshstix95 Pƙed rokem +190

    i never been happy for a champion like i have for leon. also charles olivera. you got to love underdogs man💯

    • @KadenDressel
      @KadenDressel Pƙed rokem +2

      I never did get much into Olivera but I was def with Leon. So awesome I was yelling after he won 😂

    • @edwardcastillo3717
      @edwardcastillo3717 Pƙed rokem +13

      Only Muslim fans hated Oliveira they really made him out to be the bad guy, and they try to preach humbleness and humility 😑

    • @Sambigs9112
      @Sambigs9112 Pƙed rokem

      @@edwardcastillo3717wtf u talkin about dude lmao “only Muslims hated olives” so only non Muslims hate Islam? Sit ur ass down bro

    • @justinklenk
      @justinklenk Pƙed rokem +1

      They both have a hard time keeping the belt, but they both have their awesome if temporary spotlight that's still eternal

    • @JangoMike
      @JangoMike Pƙed rokem +1

      Agreed man. I doubted both and they proved me wrong.

  • @mmakings2773
    @mmakings2773 Pƙed rokem +119

    Leon's story can be the best movie script ever written on an MMA fighter's life. I mean it has it all.

    • @balerionzzz
      @balerionzzz Pƙed rokem +3

      colby gonna submit him within 2 rounds

    • @leepowell7898
      @leepowell7898 Pƙed rokem +18

      Nah I think Ngannou first, Leon second.

    • @anshujha3871
      @anshujha3871 Pƙed rokem

      ​@@leepowell7898 I definitely agree!! 👍👍

    • @sus425
      @sus425 Pƙed rokem +1

      @@balerionzzz lol when was the last time Colby finished or subbed anyone

    • @youngclueless7364
      @youngclueless7364 Pƙed rokem +3

      @@balerionzzz nah paddy the baddy by decision easily

  • @medievalfoot
    @medievalfoot Pƙed rokem +200

    I didn't think I'd like this guy has much as I do now. Really phenomenal path to be champion. I really hope he does well in the future. Congrats Champ!

    • @sleazyeezy9452
      @sleazyeezy9452 Pƙed rokem +1

      Dick riding has reached new levels


    • @jafr4391
      @jafr4391 Pƙed rokem +4

      Colby out there making a fool of himself. I hope Leon fights a real contender! Even though Colby is being protected by Dana

    • @frenzobloxroblox1003
      @frenzobloxroblox1003 Pƙed rokem

      @@jafr4391 love or hate the showman, colby is definitely one of the top guys in his weight division but just caouldnt be the former usman

    • @jafr4391
      @jafr4391 Pƙed rokem

      @@frenzobloxroblox1003 bullshit. he only beat a washed Masvidal and hasnt done anything since. Belal deserves it way more, just to give you one name.

    • @CarlWidegrip
      @CarlWidegrip Pƙed rokem +1

      For sure, for sure. Since Colby is probably next, I honestly think Leon is in for an easier fight than Usman. He's good, but he's not that good.

  • @Forenzikproductions
    @Forenzikproductions Pƙed rokem +41

    It's crazy 2 years ago I remember reading articles online about him saying "Leon Edwards, Boring Fighter Will be Cut Soon" about him not being active on social media and not fighting exciting opponents etc. just media that was weird and I didn't even know who he was at the time. Now he is the undisputed CHAMP, awesome :)

    • @SB379
      @SB379 Pƙed rokem +9

      LOOK AT HIM NOW !

    • @Peter-uo9km
      @Peter-uo9km Pƙed rokem

      He's still boring. They shoulda cut him then.

    • @cheezesmoker8851
      @cheezesmoker8851 Pƙed rokem

      That's what happens with these r3t4rd3d Americans, they love a guy who comes out and shouts WOOOOO

    • @DogsWallop
      @DogsWallop Pƙed rokem

      He was selling h3roin up until 6 months ago

    • @4twindad
      @4twindad Pƙed rokem

      @@DogsWallop slanderer

  • @harborwolf22
    @harborwolf22 Pƙed rokem +296

    He never stopped believing in himself, even though it took everyone else a little bit of extra time to realize.
    His takedown defense was incredible, against one of the best wrestlers ever in the UFC.

    • @user-gu2ux8cn3z
      @user-gu2ux8cn3z Pƙed rokem +2

      best wrestlers ever? that has one 1 win by sub???????? hahahahahahahahaha

    • @thehoodedvagabum7375
      @thehoodedvagabum7375 Pƙed rokem

      @@user-gu2ux8cn3z Why do you type like a caveman?
      Also, he is one of the best wrestler. Just because you donÂŽt have a lot of submissions doesnÂŽt mean you are not good at controlling people on the ground easily. You should go to actually train mma and stop talking dumb stuff.

    • @gschaaf713
      @gschaaf713 Pƙed rokem

      @@user-gu2ux8cn3z sub missions are grappling...wtf r u talking about? usman definitely is one of the best wrestlers in the UFC. i dont liek the guy but put some respect on his name.

    • @mioyakiyama5499
      @mioyakiyama5499 Pƙed rokem +39

      @@user-gu2ux8cn3z subs arent wrestling

    • @sixthpathsage6221
      @sixthpathsage6221 Pƙed rokem +26

      @@user-gu2ux8cn3z bjj and wrestling are 2 different things bro

  • @bensutherland6871
    @bensutherland6871 Pƙed rokem +169

    Amazing TD defense!!! I have to say congrats I didn't think Leon could beat Usman again although it was super close but Leon deserves this moment such a great guy and fighter

    • @idek4438
      @idek4438 Pƙed rokem

      He’s done it twice you d******, doesn’t need to “beat Usman again”. HEADSHOT, DEAD!

    • @boomerdantheman6516
      @boomerdantheman6516 Pƙed rokem +6

      He beat a altitude advantage usman..

    • @peytongjerstad8920
      @peytongjerstad8920 Pƙed rokem +7

      @@boomerdantheman6516 you can literally say the same thing about the last fight and who won the last fight ohhhhh that’s right Leon did so you’re point is?đŸ€·

    • @kenchin6785
      @kenchin6785 Pƙed rokem

      Lmao. So ur telling me Leon should beat Usman 3 times again.

    • @TheKnowledgeGod
      @TheKnowledgeGod Pƙed rokem

      You miss interpreted what Boomer Dan said. Peace

  • @edwardsranch2686
    @edwardsranch2686 Pƙed rokem +41

    Was going for Leon but I didn’t expect him to win. Props to a great gameplay and execution.

  • @flashbanda7072
    @flashbanda7072 Pƙed rokem +177

    Congratulations Leon. We’ll deserved again. Champion of the World đŸ„‡

    • @Nenad-ICXC-Shuput-GFAMMA
      @Nenad-ICXC-Shuput-GFAMMA Pƙed rokem +2

      Champion of UFC, not the World. He'd have to fight everyone in the world to be a Champion of The World. That's that stupid American attitude, that doesn't make much sense.

    • @alejandromartins9051
      @alejandromartins9051 Pƙed rokem +16

      @@Nenad-ICXC-Shuput-GFAMMA Jajaja most of the best figthers in the world are in UFC. If you dont want to see it, its your problem

    • @LovelyHeartDiamond
      @LovelyHeartDiamond Pƙed rokem +13

      @@Nenad-ICXC-Shuput-GFAMMA calm down, it's called "UFC Welterweight champion of the world" he just shortened it, and he did win over the world tonight. not much to do but congratulate him

    • @Nenad-ICXC-Shuput-GFAMMA
      @Nenad-ICXC-Shuput-GFAMMA Pƙed rokem

      @@LovelyHeartDiamond exactly

    • @Nenad-ICXC-Shuput-GFAMMA
      @Nenad-ICXC-Shuput-GFAMMA Pƙed rokem

      @@alejandromartins9051 đŸ€ŁđŸ€ŠđŸ»đŸ‘, maybe in your đŸ€ĄđŸŒ

  • @Alien_Ian
    @Alien_Ian Pƙed rokem +345

    Amazing fight! Leon's takedown defence is next level and the striking so precise and had power behind way more shots than Usman even if the total strikes were close (idk the numbers) He was losing the 3rd and the cage grab was a fair loss of point but he didn't leave it to chance. 4 rounds to 1 48-46. Headshot dead, AND STILL dead!

    • @TheMMAKasual
      @TheMMAKasual Pƙed rokem +34

      LEGSHOT DEAD

    • @Gasser24769
      @Gasser24769 Pƙed rokem +11

      ANYSHOT DEAD 😅 BOW!!!!! Cmon lids đŸŽó §ó ąó „ó źó §ó ż đŸ”„

    • @bluesss149nsss4
      @bluesss149nsss4 Pƙed rokem +1

      Leon fan boy rught here, well leon ain't going to be champ for long because winning title is easy but defending it is hard, colby will snatch that belt away from leon and colby will destroy gilbert burns easy peasy lemon squizy

    • @bluesss149nsss4
      @bluesss149nsss4 Pƙed rokem +1

      Oh and also are you blind or did you just pretend to not see that kamaru just took leon down 4 times đŸ€”

    • @rjesh2062
      @rjesh2062 Pƙed rokem +6

      @@bluesss149nsss4 nah colby duckington will have to fight a top5 or top10

  • @Jon-nz3dm
    @Jon-nz3dm Pƙed rokem +81

    TBH I thought Kamaru would come out and win this like he was winning most of the fight last time, then in the first round it looked like Leon was right, Kamaru was hesitant after being knocked out. What an impressive performance. Next level takedown defense. Congrats to Leon.

    • @larrytate1657
      @larrytate1657 Pƙed rokem +7

      Leon’s take down defense and his ability to get right back up once taken down was the story of the fight.

    • @kenneth2662
      @kenneth2662 Pƙed rokem +2

      I agree with Larry I was scared for Leon every takedown my man put in maad work this camp happy af for Leon!

    • @kenneth2662
      @kenneth2662 Pƙed rokem +1

      @@larrytate1657 completely agree brother!

    • @samm3916
      @samm3916 Pƙed rokem

      ​@@larrytate1657 the kicks were immense too.

    • @samyou5535
      @samyou5535 Pƙed rokem

      @@larrytate1657 leg kicks as well

  • @BenSmith-gz4qo
    @BenSmith-gz4qo Pƙed rokem +27

    I'm a boxing fan but Leon has made me a fan of him and somebody who watches UFC now!! Love and Big Respect from 🇬🇧 congratulations Champ!!đŸ‘‡đŸŸđŸ…âš”ïž

    • @nUmBskulLL
      @nUmBskulLL Pƙed rokem +2

      Welcome to the dark side.
      MMA is your new home

    • @samblack5313
      @samblack5313 Pƙed rokem +1

      Boxing lost me years ago. Can’t stand corruption.

  • @universalblessings7024
    @universalblessings7024 Pƙed rokem +21

    Well done Rocky!! Jamaica 🇯đŸ‡Č & UK 🇬🇧 Stand Up!!! & Still!!! đŸ„łđŸ˜ŽđŸ„·đŸżđŸ’Ż

  • @psychopaul508
    @psychopaul508 Pƙed rokem +35

    So Dana said to Colby if you don't press charges against Jorge Masvidal we will give you a title shot

    • @andresfontanez3016
      @andresfontanez3016 Pƙed rokem

      Dana/UFC Banned Paul Daley for hitting Koscheck after the fight meanwhile they allow Masvidal to fight for the UFC still after he hit Colby long after the fight...Bias is real...Dana/UFC are corrupt as Hell

    • @heathswinson4090
      @heathswinson4090 Pƙed rokem +9

      Damn I wouldn't doubt that

    • @chubbrubbed2567
      @chubbrubbed2567 Pƙed rokem +2

      That’s lame! If masvidal didn’t want to be charged he shouldn’t jump ppl in public

    • @psychopaul508
      @psychopaul508 Pƙed rokem +3

      @@chubbrubbed2567 Masvidal only gave Colby a 3 piece there now 1-1

    • @heathswinson4090
      @heathswinson4090 Pƙed rokem

      @@chubbrubbed2567 you don't say!

  • @realife1542
    @realife1542 Pƙed rokem +167

    Crazy when you think Leon has 1 loss in his whole career (UFC) and had avenged that twice, no man on earth has one up on him atm

    • @DanaBlackCEO
      @DanaBlackCEO Pƙed rokem +19

      he has 3 losses mate, 1 DQ, 1 split decision and the 1 loss against kamaru

    • @chrisdewayne3228
      @chrisdewayne3228 Pƙed rokem +10

      3 piece and a soda from masvidal lol.. ufc is great

    • @joeyk9984
      @joeyk9984 Pƙed rokem

      @@chrisdewayne3228masvidal gets 50-44 from leon if they fight

    • @arsene351
      @arsene351 Pƙed rokem +76

      @@chrisdewayne3228 masvidal is a bum

    • @iamthehopefulromantic276
      @iamthehopefulromantic276 Pƙed rokem +11

      Bruh. Chael Sonen is the undefeated GOAT

  • @michaelkazz
    @michaelkazz Pƙed rokem +95

    Great Job, Leon💯 Couldn't be happier that you put an end to Usman. ❀from theđŸ‡șđŸ‡Č

    • @Gasser24769
      @Gasser24769 Pƙed rokem +4

      Good lad man nice one

    • @akaSimplex
      @akaSimplex Pƙed rokem +1

      @@Gasser24769are you Leon? đŸ€Ł

  • @apexpred3262
    @apexpred3262 Pƙed rokem +33

    LOOK AT HIM NOW 👑

  • @51gan788
    @51gan788 Pƙed rokem +12

    I really think that the high altitude during the 2nd fight was what caused Leon so many problems. He won that first round, and then got very exhausted very quickly. This time, he won the first round and then maintained that same pace throughout.
    It was a superbly clean and technical performance from Leon. The level of concentration from him throughout to meet and outwit someone like Usman in the ring is remarkable. Good luck to him

    • @samblack5313
      @samblack5313 Pƙed rokem

      Usaman was/is on EPO. The ufc set him up to lose to exhaustion.

  • @VexingCanine210
    @VexingCanine210 Pƙed rokem +65

    The Edwards Era, congratulations RockyđŸ€

  • @ghost180411
    @ghost180411 Pƙed rokem +5

    Well done mate, you've done the UK and especially Brum proud 🇬🇧.. Stay blessed.. đŸ™đŸ»

  • @r.boss5373
    @r.boss5373 Pƙed rokem +13

    This is one of the most satisfying victories iv witnessed..when I use to tell ppl I was a leon Edwards fan they would either say "who" or "really" n I always thought he had vry crisp Striking with both hands n feet with enough power n speed to beat anyone..so pumped he has risen to the top..n 2 back to back wins over Usman a knockout n a decision victory when dana was saying b4 Usman Edwards 2 that usman was heading towards best ever n most dominant which was a true statement
    So 2 huge wins for leon over him says a lot n he deserves a lot of credit and praise

  • @mannyr476
    @mannyr476 Pƙed rokem +12

    "i believe i deserve title shot next" now hes the king

  • @garyhill1668
    @garyhill1668 Pƙed rokem +14

    Lap the respect up now LEON, You proved it all champ .

  • @DH-vy8hw
    @DH-vy8hw Pƙed rokem +4

    ROCKY ROCKY ROCKY!!! UFC needs more champions like you, sir! Humble and real!

  • @morningstar618z8
    @morningstar618z8 Pƙed rokem +48

    Leon Edwards improved a lot both on the precision and take down defending. Huge contributions! Usman is no longer that Usman after that headshot.

    • @jaydaniel2145
      @jaydaniel2145 Pƙed rokem +7

      He won't be the same after the Leg-Shots either 😂

    • @ericsmusic5927
      @ericsmusic5927 Pƙed rokem

      You're dumb
      Usman is still Usman đŸ€ŁLeon just did a amazing job

    • @MRios1128
      @MRios1128 Pƙed rokem +3

      Is it just me or did Leon look unimpressive?

    • @mikedevaney3507
      @mikedevaney3507 Pƙed rokem +8

      ​@@MRios1128 why do you think that? To mix it up and make Usman look very poor is impressive no? Usman did basically nothing?

    • @gschaaf713
      @gschaaf713 Pƙed rokem +8

      @@MRios1128 its just you

  • @ritalewis1021
    @ritalewis1021 Pƙed rokem +32

    A true gentleman champion

    • @garybesaw
      @garybesaw Pƙed rokem +2

      A true gentleman all while cheating🙄👍

    • @lewis9728
      @lewis9728 Pƙed rokem +2

      @@garybesaw wah wah😱

    • @garybesaw
      @garybesaw Pƙed rokem

      @@lewis9728 oh definitely no crying here. Honestly I'm not a fan of either one and wasn't really looking forward to the main event as much as I was the co-main event. I think I probably only watched the first two rounds and then part of the third round and then just stopped watching the fight because it wasn't really that exciting and I was getting kind of tired of seeing Leon blatantly cheating and acting as though he didn't know what he was doing when he got deducted a point. There aren't too many guys that I particularly care for in welterweight division except for maybe Gilbert Burns, Stephen Thompson, Michael Chiesa and Shavhat Rakhmonov. So it didn't really matter to me who won the main event but I just don't like blatant cheating and then acting as though they didn't do anything. Leon does seem like a pretty cool dude though. I definitely didn't like it when he got sucker punched by Masvidal. Whatever though. I'm looking forward to next week's fight card 👍

    • @lewis9728
      @lewis9728 Pƙed rokem

      @@garybesaw you know I’m just playing feller - good list by the way - I would LOVE to see S Thompson get one more title run, hope he’s got it in him! Gilbert would be fun against Edwards too, that would make for sure an interesting fight. Definitely more of a tactical battle tonight, I just hope Jorge doesn’t get a sniff - not sure how you can go 0-3 in your last 3 and get a title shot, but weirder things have happened!

    • @garybesaw
      @garybesaw Pƙed rokem

      @@lewis9728 yeah it's all good. I don't get wrapped up in these conversations on CZcams. Yeah the welterweight division just doesn't appeal that much to me but I think Gilbert Burns definitely deserves a shot because he's everybody that the UFC has asked him to. He doesn't complain. He just wants to stay active but also get what he deserves which is a title shot. But now that you've got Khazmat in the mix that makes things a little interesting that's if he can make weight or if he wants to stay in that division. Jorge will never be champion. And honestly I can't see Colby being champion either. But you're right weirder things have happened. Who would have ever thought that Valentina Scehchenko would have gotten submitted. But Alexa Grasso put together a great game plan and she's going to be a great champion as well. Oh well take care my friend. Enjoy the fights. I don't know if you're into other fight organizations but ONE FC has some really great fights and they're coming to the US in May I believe. Demetrius Johnson is the main event and Sage Northcutt is making his return. I'm curious to see how Sage is going to do this time.. ✌

  • @pablocastilloiii9913
    @pablocastilloiii9913 Pƙed rokem +18

    Congrats Leon! You deserved it. Great fight. Got it a few times wobbling

  • @chrisperry1729
    @chrisperry1729 Pƙed rokem +1

    Actually crazy happy for this guy man. Not a Leon fan or a uk guy but man he certainly fought and earned every last bit of what he has and can only imagine how good it felt doing that at home with the crowd support.

  • @plahso3844
    @plahso3844 Pƙed rokem +7

    Congratulations Leon rocky Edward

  • @tigerjj20
    @tigerjj20 Pƙed rokem +5

    Big up to the Brumtown champion 💯💯💯always knew he could do it , he’s got a great understanding of the use of techniques and patience and executes his hits accurately as usual. He knows that you have to learn more in this game and train and learn different things to improve his self to best himself. He has worked hard and beat one of the beasts in this division, well done and big up to Big Leon champion of the world, great fight and even losing many points he still had more points banked from a fantastic performance.

  • @Monscent
    @Monscent Pƙed rokem +3

    Leon dominated the stand up and defended almost every takedown. The few takedowns there were he stood right up.

  • @herrsafri5304
    @herrsafri5304 Pƙed rokem +1

    I like his humbleness 🙏 Great Job Leon, just got yourself a new fan..
    Blessed Love Brother!!!

  • @alesele20
    @alesele20 Pƙed rokem +10

    This is exactly the type of guy the UFC should be putting their promotional power behind and pushing him to become a global superstar.

    • @smackalligator
      @smackalligator Pƙed rokem +1

      a genuine positive role model

    • @vloneiffay6398
      @vloneiffay6398 Pƙed rokem

      they can try, he’s a genuine lad but boring in terms of superstar power.

  • @Clown_fighter
    @Clown_fighter Pƙed rokem +3

    Hey Leon BELIVE in yourself more your the best in the world

  • @GalactusOG
    @GalactusOG Pƙed rokem +15

    So happy for Leon. This is great for the division. I say give the king what he wants as an opponent. He earned it. 👑

  • @arthurandersen5369
    @arthurandersen5369 Pƙed rokem +2

    I’m very impressed, with Leon and his team equally. Great plan and well executed.

  • @singin8324
    @singin8324 Pƙed rokem +5

    I was so impressed how Leon was able to defend Usman's take downs. You know he has been working on that in the gym. to put it into practice was brilliant, especially against some one like Usman.

    • @larrytate1657
      @larrytate1657 Pƙed rokem +1

      Yup and the couple times he did get taken down he got right back up which was very impressive. Usman usually is able to keep fighters down once he gets them down. Leon got up quick without taking any damage down there.

    • @wardevil91
      @wardevil91 Pƙed rokem

      The problem with usmans take down is that he doesn't threaten any submissions. Colby covington always threatens to rear naked chokes so people never feel safe turning their back to him that's kamaru biggest mistake

  • @realeyesrealizereallies6828
    @realeyesrealizereallies6828 Pƙed rokem +15

    Just how Dana said that Colby was next without talking to Leon, makes me see Francis's case more clearly..The champion has no say, the UFC needs to clean up the it's practices...

    • @mindyourownbusiness2129
      @mindyourownbusiness2129 Pƙed rokem +2

      Why it will be like boxing then

    • @bigwinke
      @bigwinke Pƙed rokem +5

      champ shouldnt have say. this isnt boxing, maintaining competitive integrity dictates you fight the best fighter up. even ufc is guilty of not doing that well enough. in this case they are.

    • @realeyesrealizereallies6828
      @realeyesrealizereallies6828 Pƙed rokem +4

      @@bigwinke The best fighter up means going by the rankings, winning streaks..Not going by profits and skipping over guys who have earned their shot..It's not rocket science..

    • @ChernzObyl
      @ChernzObyl Pƙed rokem

      The UFC knows best tho, the back to back Jorge fights made kamaru so much in ppv points. He will never struggle financially because of it.

    • @Flyingdutchman526
      @Flyingdutchman526 Pƙed rokem

      @@realeyesrealizereallies6828I want it to be Colby next but u did just body that guy with fax 💀

  • @randy5829
    @randy5829 Pƙed rokem +1

    A very humble champion. A man with great fighting skills, and is always cool under pressure.

  • @chalkyblack7582
    @chalkyblack7582 Pƙed rokem

    I’m so happy for Leon & his family that words can’t explain

  • @codytrosclair4024
    @codytrosclair4024 Pƙed rokem +8

    Colby pops in like pink panther , haha Leon already dodging the Pimp Master 😂

    • @Drew791
      @Drew791 Pƙed rokem

      Colby might bring out The Gimp to give it to Leon.

  • @AaronXVR
    @AaronXVR Pƙed rokem +6

    "Did you ever hear the story bout leon?"
    "I said leon"
    "Dey said leon"

  • @underdogpsychosis2841
    @underdogpsychosis2841 Pƙed rokem

    Well done man! Absolutely buzzing. Leon you've done us all proud. My new favourite fighter.

  • @Chocobohunter
    @Chocobohunter Pƙed rokem +35

    I really thought Usman would destroy Leon this fight, and wow was I wrong!

    • @vanamutt43
      @vanamutt43 Pƙed rokem +1

      Yeah same , thought it would go like that last fight without Usman getting floored. Leon is really better than I thought. Colby v Leon should be pretty cool

    • @teodorosanto9781
      @teodorosanto9781 Pƙed rokem

      The new Leon is here stay.. all the old lions go away and die !

  • @ignaciopartida1047
    @ignaciopartida1047 Pƙed rokem +11

    Amen bro 🙏 I feel like the better man won today it won't be easy to fight coldy

    • @random__joe
      @random__joe Pƙed rokem +1

      At least he doesn't have to face warmy that would be a tough fight 😂 jk..
      CC is a cardio machine

  • @rabingajmer3293
    @rabingajmer3293 Pƙed rokem +10

    Leon "Sea level Rocky" Edwards. Great job champ.

    • @gschaaf713
      @gschaaf713 Pƙed rokem +1

      "dont let him bully you bro" đŸ€ŁđŸ€ŁđŸ€Ł

    • @lawnmowerman7
      @lawnmowerman7 Pƙed rokem +1

      @@gschaaf713 "with a minute left in the fight, turn into a statue and drop your hands"

    • @gschaaf713
      @gschaaf713 Pƙed rokem

      @@lawnmowerman7 lol who did that usman?

    • @lawnmowerman7
      @lawnmowerman7 Pƙed rokem

      @@gschaaf713 yes. Leon's coach gave the better advice

    • @gschaaf713
      @gschaaf713 Pƙed rokem

      @@lawnmowerman7 i wanted leon to win. still funny though

  • @isaiaschildsplay3979
    @isaiaschildsplay3979 Pƙed rokem +2

    congratulations to Leon

  • @rman229
    @rman229 Pƙed rokem +1

    knees up the middle, leg kicks, escaping the wrestling. leon is solid

  • @jorgeacevedo2039
    @jorgeacevedo2039 Pƙed rokem +12

    It’s true, Colby didn’t wanna fight him when he was on a streak, now he hasn’t fought in 1 1/2 year
.if Colby is ready, have him fight Khamzat, belal, or shavkat

    • @rickstark85
      @rickstark85 Pƙed rokem +3

      Nope. Colby gets the shot, and Leon has no say in it. He's literally defended his belt one time. He needs to shut his mouth and do as he's told by his employer.

    • @roberttitchener1821
      @roberttitchener1821 Pƙed rokem

      ​@@rickstark85 😂

    • @joehouston2833
      @joehouston2833 Pƙed rokem +1

      ​@@rickstark85
      Shavkat will eventually be the end of Colby..

    • @mattsmith5421
      @mattsmith5421 Pƙed rokem

      ​@@rickstark85what you mean like Islam did lol

    • @billjackson2329
      @billjackson2329 Pƙed rokem

      @@rickstark85lol, someone’s salty leon won

  • @chadc1990
    @chadc1990 Pƙed rokem +3

    I didn't think I'd say this... But Leon actually seems like he is very humble during this moment.

    • @AceGigalo
      @AceGigalo Pƙed rokem

      Has he ever not been?

    • @Jjjof
      @Jjjof Pƙed rokem

      He’s always been though

  • @anjukumarufcmmaboxing6672
    @anjukumarufcmmaboxing6672 Pƙed rokem +2

    Leon is a really nice guy. Congratulations.

  • @charlesgaviria5667
    @charlesgaviria5667 Pƙed rokem +1

    Great to see him with more confidence

  • @themeanaverage.1692
    @themeanaverage.1692 Pƙed rokem +11

    in addition to his skills this kid has an imposing figure. 6'3", impeccably built, fast, strong, technical stand up, p4p takedown defence and now very very confident. I can't see anyone beating him for a long time. Colby and Islam might struggle more here than against Usman. Shavkat could be his toughest challenge.

    • @arethosemyfeet7144
      @arethosemyfeet7144 Pƙed rokem +1

      Leon trained with Islam and Khabib at AKA when he was still a grappling novice so he done the right thing clearly.
      He will never need to be a better wrestler than these Dagestanis and the top US College Wrestlers. He has enough game to hold his own, he has clearly worked on his TDD to maybe a new level for MMA, plus he is a BJJ black belt.
      Not a bad base for someone who is often considered the greatest striker in the division (along with Wonderboy)

    • @hoppjugallo
      @hoppjugallo Pƙed rokem

      He’s 6ft

    • @siriusfun
      @siriusfun Pƙed rokem +1

      @@hoppjugallo 6'2

    • @timann80
      @timann80 Pƙed rokem +1

      Colby is going to Dominate him

    • @samm3916
      @samm3916 Pƙed rokem

      ​@@hoppjugallo he definitely isnt.

  • @andyunchained4393
    @andyunchained4393 Pƙed rokem +5

    Well deserved, you are one of my favourite fighters in the UFC.. Seeing fighters buy fancy cars, jewellery stupid things when they start making bank and you bought you're Mother a fast food shop!! Absolutely amazing. I've been to Brum, just on a holiday visited some girls living in a uni there. And I loved it. It was a rough town won't lie but hey lucky I had some African friends and I had a good tan from Australia haha. I had a top night at Gatecrasher and got some jerk chicken after. Yum! I'm going back in a year or two and would love to eat at Mumma Edwards shop. You are a great fighter and a great son. Congratulations mate!!

  • @olegdjakonu9468
    @olegdjakonu9468 Pƙed rokem +2

    It’s always great to see Champ like Leon, congrats UK🎉cheers from Russia đŸ‡·đŸ‡ș

  • @tombergey2904
    @tombergey2904 Pƙed rokem

    This man came from the trenches all respect to him an hats off congrats champ hope you have a long title reign

  • @greatestchamp4351
    @greatestchamp4351 Pƙed rokem +3

    Good job champ hard work pays off

  • @peterpiper3808
    @peterpiper3808 Pƙed rokem +6

    Lets go Champ u make us proud again lets go Leom Rocky respect man 🙏

  • @Nenad-ICXC-Shuput-GFAMMA
    @Nenad-ICXC-Shuput-GFAMMA Pƙed rokem +2

    Congrats Leaon, you did it again.

  • @tayarudi
    @tayarudi Pƙed rokem

    Don’t think I’ve ever been so happy for anyone to win before. Proper inspiration that anyone can be great

  • @Xavie905
    @Xavie905 Pƙed rokem +13

    Sadly Usman will never be the same after back to back losses.

    • @riyansiam6669
      @riyansiam6669 Pƙed rokem

      He had a good run.

    • @smartcontractssolutions9381
      @smartcontractssolutions9381 Pƙed rokem +3

      I still think apart from Leon, Usman still beats everyone else.

    • @Slickgary007
      @Slickgary007 Pƙed rokem +1

      @@smartcontractssolutions9381 no he won’t his knees are shit, his striking is over rated. He gets subbed by guys like khamzat and shavkat since he has zero bjj ability like people act like he’s some amazing grappler when all he does is wrestle and has no submission threat which is why Leon can stand up so easy. You can’t give your back up to guys like shavkat and khamzat usman isn’t that level of grappler shit shavkat couldn’t get a takedown in his last fight and still got the sub

    • @xFalconn1
      @xFalconn1 Pƙed rokem +2

      @@Slickgary007 thank you that’s why I disliked Usman run. He jus grinds against you that’s it lol boring wrestler

    • @samblack5313
      @samblack5313 Pƙed rokem

      Take his peds away and he has zero belts. The most uncoordinated striking you will ever see
 zero subs, just control wrestling allowed by the amount of peds in his system.

  • @jasonxturn
    @jasonxturn Pƙed rokem +7

    Happy for u yard man 🇯đŸ‡Č

    • @SpyroTek
      @SpyroTek Pƙed rokem

      Done know. 🇯đŸ‡Č

  • @mosphere90
    @mosphere90 Pƙed rokem +1

    The fastest leg kick iv seen , explosive 💣

  • @eddiefleming7302
    @eddiefleming7302 Pƙed rokem +1

    Truly an inspiration. 💎

  • @billxx4871
    @billxx4871 Pƙed rokem +4

    Now people can give Leon edwards the respect he fucking deserves

  • @hartake6667
    @hartake6667 Pƙed rokem +17

    Good man leon. Kamaru fan and much respect- you didn't let him bully you son 😆

  • @Hi_itsRaph
    @Hi_itsRaph Pƙed rokem +1

    From what i saw on the highlights he was solid overall, deserved win đŸ‘đŸœ

  • @larrytate1657
    @larrytate1657 Pƙed rokem +1

    Leon did a great job stuffing the td’s and getting right back up the couple times he did get taken down. Then he def dealt the most damage overall striking by far. Solid win, solid champ.

  • @garyhill1668
    @garyhill1668 Pƙed rokem +4

    Proper real guy !

  • @rexoni2512
    @rexoni2512 Pƙed rokem +3

    The champ has a name!

  • @christhebenoit7476
    @christhebenoit7476 Pƙed rokem +1

    Leon deserves all the success he is a true martial artist and a proper role model

  • @spalekralj
    @spalekralj Pƙed rokem

    Doesn't more complete of a fighter than Edwards. Real champion and finally getting the love from the people!
    He is a fighter's fighter, a true artist in that cage, so calm in tough situations.

  • @apj8474
    @apj8474 Pƙed rokem +9

    Grats Leon! Well earned. Great fight composure

    • @kannyradotv3241
      @kannyradotv3241 Pƙed rokem

      We're down to grats now? We came from congratulations to congrats. Don't tell me we're down to grats now 😂

    • @apj8474
      @apj8474 Pƙed rokem

      @@kannyradotv3241 I could have said "Gz" that's even shorter

  • @Jokesta
    @Jokesta Pƙed rokem +13

    The biggest issue I have with Leon saying “ Colby just sat out for a year he don’t deserve a title shot” is that when they asked the other day if Conor Mcgregor, who only has Wins over Cowboy Cerrone & Nate Diaz at WW , we’re to win against chandler & challenge for a title , Leon said he’d be down , also You Think Jorge Deserves it Coming off of 3 losses Two against the man you just beat & The other against the man you JUST said hasnt done anything. Just had to point that out

    • @ChernzObyl
      @ChernzObyl Pƙed rokem +5

      McGregor is a money fight no one can deny. That being said I think a Colby fight would get him more money compared to Jorge... just more risky.

    • @KhanalSush
      @KhanalSush Pƙed rokem +2

      cuz Money! I would do the same if I was Leon. Conor fight is an easier and higher paying fight.

    • @dillanstevens6380
      @dillanstevens6380 Pƙed rokem +1

      He might be scared which I've never thought he would be

    • @JayP0502
      @JayP0502 Pƙed rokem

      He deserves to fight whoever he wants based on his run to the belt in my opinion

    • @JCedition1
      @JCedition1 Pƙed rokem +1

      Colby hasn’t done shit and he gets a shot . Give it belal or burns if he wins his next fight.

  • @Taytates-lr6kg
    @Taytates-lr6kg Pƙed rokem

    It's mother's day in the UK today so happy mother's day to all the mom's everywhere show em love if y'all can..I love how Rocky loves him mom..Respect for usman and maximum respect for Rocky already a great champion..bless y'all..

  • @acubsshadow3750
    @acubsshadow3750 Pƙed rokem

    Congratulations Leon! âœŠđŸœđŸ”„

  • @KenMeadows
    @KenMeadows Pƙed rokem +9

    Leon has become one of my favorite fighters

  • @cameronparkes6629
    @cameronparkes6629 Pƙed rokem +4

    So happy for Leon. He is a stand up guy

    • @OngoGablogian185
      @OngoGablogian185 Pƙed rokem +2

      Literally.

    • @Peter-uo9km
      @Peter-uo9km Pƙed rokem +1

      Yea stands up by grabbing the fence. Real stand up guy.

    • @lequack7399
      @lequack7399 Pƙed rokem

      ​@@Peter-uo9km Beaten Kamaru at his own game.

    • @samm3916
      @samm3916 Pƙed rokem

      ​@@Peter-uo9km without that fence grab,Edward's would have simply stood right back up like he did with all the other Usmans take down attempts.

  • @johnnywishbone932
    @johnnywishbone932 Pƙed rokem +1

    This guy really is Rocky.

  • @g0tenkz673
    @g0tenkz673 Pƙed rokem +2

    Had the privilege to be in the crowd for this fight was electric every punch leon landed had me screaming

  • @lomoney1729
    @lomoney1729 Pƙed rokem +3

    Good shit Leon 👑

  • @jameshughes525
    @jameshughes525 Pƙed rokem +7

    After Burns finishes Jorge he should be next

  • @joaocordeiro6875
    @joaocordeiro6875 Pƙed rokem +1

    leon will make an excellent champ from now on

  • @wjohnson6263
    @wjohnson6263 Pƙed rokem

    Looked a very close fight well done to both going the distance.

  • @Cazanator6000
    @Cazanator6000 Pƙed rokem +37

    As an a fellow man from the West Midlands, not sure if I'm being too biased but I don't see how it was as close as a fight as what people are saying.
    The rounds Leon won were clear wins for him whilst the one round you could say Usman won was not a clear one. Even the point Leon got deducted, after that I feel Leon won the round (meaning it was a 9-9 round)
    I must be biased but no denying Leon's performance was unbelievable!

    • @209balls
      @209balls Pƙed rokem +11

      You ain’t biased homie. I’m biased too but Leon won that lol 😂 I must sound crazy

    • @Bamabrute85
      @Bamabrute85 Pƙed rokem +11

      I thought the same and I'm not biased at all. I felt like it was a 100% clear victory for Leon as well.

    • @random_person6041
      @random_person6041 Pƙed rokem +1

      Im indifferent to leon or usman
 leon won

    • @Joshstix95
      @Joshstix95 Pƙed rokem +1

      Americans ☕

    • @WhosJusToi
      @WhosJusToi Pƙed rokem

      Yeah for sure Leon woman’s it was evident

  • @devendrashekhawat7334
    @devendrashekhawat7334 Pƙed rokem +12

    Congrats champ

  • @suebrigerton4171
    @suebrigerton4171 Pƙed rokem +3

    Those calf kicks- jeez. I'm surprised usman was still walking. Leon kept him at bay most of the fight then when usman grappled Leon had the Defense. It was a great fight. Leon smashed it

    • @ZeusAndKiller
      @ZeusAndKiller Pƙed rokem

      Usman gonna need surgery

    • @samblack5313
      @samblack5313 Pƙed rokem

      Usman gonna need Ronnie Coleman level care when he hops off the juice.

  • @notoriousmiks1927
    @notoriousmiks1927 Pƙed rokem

    The bodykicks where crazy

  • @jk77alien62
    @jk77alien62 Pƙed rokem

    Amazing what Leon achieved 👍

  • @2ClutchCee
    @2ClutchCee Pƙed rokem +18

    Beating usman over 5 rounds arguably 4-1 (I had it 5-0 without his round 3 actions) is an incredible achievement. I did not see anyone being able to beat usman over 5 rounds, I thought he’d have to be finished to lose a fight but leon showed who’s the better martial artist tonight. Git up leon lad đŸŽó §ó ąó „ó źó §ó ż

    • @samblack5313
      @samblack5313 Pƙed rokem

      He’s been allowed to take peds his whole career because the ufc wanted to buy that African market
 with an American fighter.

  • @moelarrycurly708
    @moelarrycurly708 Pƙed rokem +8

    Leon looked liked he gained some strength and stamina , he's gonna be very difficult to beat.

    • @richardcantu8555
      @richardcantu8555 Pƙed rokem

      The altitude in Salt Lake City is completely different than in England hes home

    • @vloneiffay6398
      @vloneiffay6398 Pƙed rokem

      Khamzat ragdolls him in 2 rounds

  • @deanthurman4916
    @deanthurman4916 Pƙed rokem

    It doesn’t get any bigger or better than what transpired last night dinner was set and Leon ate it all plus desert. What a great champion!

  • @prostreet9149
    @prostreet9149 Pƙed rokem

    He has improved tremendously, Congratulations. Leon

  • @pablolee5679
    @pablolee5679 Pƙed rokem +7

    I'm so glad we don't have such a racist champion that talks too much like that Nigerian Nightmare. Leon is such a likable human being.

    • @Slickgary007
      @Slickgary007 Pƙed rokem

      Fr even in the post fight usman was like it’s ok I lost to Leon because he’s black, dude is such a fucking weirdo glad we won’t be seeing him hold a belt ever again

  • @stephenashe2160
    @stephenashe2160 Pƙed rokem +4

    Love Leon. He’s a great champion. Amazing athlete

  • @nathanwright7938
    @nathanwright7938 Pƙed rokem

    Well deserved Leon 🏆👏

  • @gavinkeats1948
    @gavinkeats1948 Pƙed rokem +1

    Well done Leon defended the belt just lovely top man onwards and upwards 👍