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Briton Leon Edwards pulled off a fifth-round head-kick knockout out of nowhere to dethrone Kamaru Usman and win the UFC welterweight title at UFC 278 on ...

He dominated Edwards and looked like he would retain the belt again until the challenger starched him with that kick with just 56 seconds left in the fight. The 35-year-old Usman then returned to the kind of suffocating wrestling that has been the bedrock of his fighting style since he turned pro in 2012, backing his opponent up to the fence and taking him down at will. On a streak of 15 wins in the UFC coming into the bout, Usman struggled in the first round as Edwards, whom he beat in their only previous meeting in 2015, shocked him by taking him down to the mat for the first time in his UFC career.

Leon Edwards' last-minute, out-of-nowhere head-kick KO of Kamaru Usman in a fight he was about to lose is the stuff that happens once every two or three ...

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'You all doubted me': Fired-up champ's fiery speech as Aussie Volk wins big after UFC upset.

“Look at me now. Look at me now. I told you I can do it. I told you I’d do it for you mum, I told you I’d change our f***ing life. I told you I’d do it. champion of the world. Look at it: pound-for-pound, headshot, dead. I told you it’s possible, we can win a belt from the UK. “In that room was the kitchen, the living room and the bedroom. “Look at me now, look at me know. That could have happened to me.” I told you, look at me now.

UFC welterweight Leon Edwards recently shocked the world by overcoming the challenge presented by Kamaru Usman in the dying minutes of the final frame of ...

Usman's latest loss also shattered his uber-impressive 15-fight winning streak. With his latest victory against 'The Nigerian Nightmare', Edwards laid claim to the welterweight title. 1 mixed martial artist in the world.

Usman was knocked by a resurgent Edwards in Salt Lake City as the Brit claimed the welterweight title with a stunning performance.

I lived in a wooden shed with a zinc roof. Another leaned his way to death. 'I was born in Jamaica with nothing. One leaned his way to victory. Fully leaned into his own death. Usman was knocked out by a resurgent Edwards in Salt Lake City as the Brit claimed the welterweight title with a stunning performance.

Edwards was facing Usman in a rematch at UFC 278 last night and despite initially struggling to create anything of note, he recorded a sensational stoppage ...

They all said I couldn’t come back and do it." "The belt belongs to nobody no man is meant to hold the belt for that long and as I said I am the best. "They all doubted me, they all said I couldn’t do it. "I knew more than likely going into it that we will have a rematch and whether it is next or down the line that's fine," Edwards said. I told you I could do it. "I can’t put it into words.

Conor McGregor has some fun on Twitter at former UFC welterweight champ's expense after stunning head kick KO sees Leon Edwards snatch the title.

I cant put it into words. Its been a long four years. They all doubted me, they all said I couldnt do it. Look at me now! I go until the battle is done.

They all doubted me, they all said I couldn't do it. I told you I could do it. They all said I couldn't come back and do it. I told you it was possible. I do it for everyone coming behind me. "I can't put it into words.

Edwards (20-3, 1NC) overcame all odds as he knocked out UFC's No.1 pound-for-pound fighter Kamaru Usman (20-2) in the last minute of UFC 278 on Saturday, August ...

“I stayed in the United Kingdom to prove a point that we can do it. “I know that we’ll have a rematch down the line. “I love to see how he comes back now. Edwards proved that he deserved the title shot when he went toe-to-toe and ended up victorious against the vicious Nate Diaz in 2021. Despite that, Edwards’ momentum halted in 2019 as he was sidelined due to injuries and the pandemic. “You all doubted me, said I couldn’t do it.

MMA Fighting reacts to Leon Edwards' incredible title-winning KO in the main event of UFC 278, Luke Rockhold's retirement after a war with Paulo Costa, ...

MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, José Youngs, and Jed Meshew react to one of the most shocking moments in UFC history after Usman was less than a minute away from winning a clear decision against Edwards. [Khamzat Chimaev](https://www.mmafighting.com/fighter/5368/khamzat-chimaev), [Jorge Masvidal](https://www.mmafighting.com/fighter/520/jorge-masvidal), [Colby Covington](https://www.mmafighting.com/fighter/2975/colby-covington), [Belal Muhammad](https://www.mmafighting.com/fighter/2063/belal-muhammad), and others stand, the incredibly gritty co-main event that saw [Paulo Costa](https://www.mmafighting.com/fighter/3984/paulo-henrique-costa) get back in the win column against [Luke Rockhold](https://www.mmafighting.com/fighter/98/luke-rockhold) — who went on to announce his retirement — [Merab Dvalishvili](https://www.mmafighting.com/fighter/4276/merab-dvalishvili)’s big win against José Aldo, and much more. In addition, they discuss what the win means for Edwards and the welterweight division, and if it could open things up a bit more in the future, where [Apple Podcasts](https://go.redirectingat.com/?xcust=49789__t_w__r_google.com__d_D&id=66960X1516590&xs=1&url=https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/id320642139&referrer=sbnation.com), [Google Podcasts](https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmZlZWRidXJuZXIuY29tL1RoZU1tYUhvdXJXaXRoQXJpZWxIZWx3YW5p), [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/27Z2RR39rjGrRcV1DiQ40J?si=5ZS0Lje7QbWITUd60cOb8g), [Stitcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/mma-fighting), and wherever else you get your pods. [Leon Edwards](https://www.mmafighting.com/fighter/3026/leon-edwards) is the new UFC welterweight champion after landing a stunning head kick in the final minute of the [UFC 278](https://www.mmafighting.com/fight-card/1314/ufc-278-usman-vs-edwards-2) event against [Kamaru Usman](https://www.mmafighting.com/fighter/2033/kamaru-usman).

Leon Edwards now joins the ranks of Michael "The Count" Bisping in bringing a UFC world title back...

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While it takes intense training, world-class skills and maybe even a bit of luck to register a UFC win, picking the right song to accompany you to the cage ...

Fletcher via unanimous decision (29-27, 29-28, 29-28)](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/lists/ufc-278-kamaru-usman-leon-edwards-luke-rockhold-paulo-costa-play-by-play-live-results) [Ange Loosa](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/tag/ange-loosa): “Intro” by Meek Mill [A.J. Sean Woodson declared split draw (29-27, 27-29, 28-28)](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/lists/ufc-278-kamaru-usman-leon-edwards-luke-rockhold-paulo-costa-play-by-play-live-results) [Luis Saldana](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/tag/luis-saldana): “Memories” by David Guetta feat. Jay Perrin via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/lists/ufc-278-kamaru-usman-leon-edwards-luke-rockhold-paulo-costa-play-by-play-live-results) [Aori Qileng](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/tag/aori-qileng): “Gandan Buurahgui” by Digital [Jay Perrin](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/tag/jay-perrin): “Seen It All” by Young Jeezy feat. Kid Cudi [Sean Woodson](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/tag/sean-woodson): “Calling My Spirit” by Kodak Black [Blue Corner](http://mmajunkie.com/category/bluecorner) is MMA Junkie’s blog space. Fletcher](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/tag/a-j-fletcher): “I’m Bad” by L.L. [Paulo Costa def. [Merab Dvalishvili def. [Lucie Pudilova def. [Jared Gordon def. [Amir Albazi def. [Victor Altamirano def.

Leon Edwards' last-minute, out-of-nowhere head-kick KO of Kamaru Usman in a fight he was about to lose is the stuff that happens once every two or three ...

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Less than a minute away from history, Kamaru Usman takes it on the chin.

Hopefully these fighters can get the money that a kick to the orbital bone can merit. There’s nothing like being in a room full of degenerates who are lusting for a result in a bloodsport. I feel like if I ever write about the UFC it’ll be treated like Walter Slobchak dressing down Donnie about walking into the middle of a movie.

In addition to experience-based pay, UFC fighters will receive in perpetuity royalty payments amounting to 20-30 percent of any UFC merchandise sold that bears ...

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Can't get enough boxing and MMA? Get the latest in the world of combat sports from two of the best in the business. Subscribe to Morning Kombat with Luke Thomas ...

Cruz is a dream fight even if Cruz is a little long in the tooth. The downside to this pairing is that Font is already on a two-fight skid and might benefit from a breather with someone ranked lower than him. has been a hot market for the UFC in 2022 and a show at Wembley Stadium would be huge for the company and England's new champion. The winner of Costa vs. Khamzat Chimaev is primed for a title shot with a win over Nate Diaz at UFC 279, but if Usman can recapture the belt, Usman vs. Honorable mentions -- Khamzat Chimaev, Colby Covington or Jorge Masvidal: The benefit of having a new champion means there is an abundance of fresh title fights. Edwards is a new commodity and fights against other contenders would likely draw fewer eyeballs than the Usman rematch. There are endless possibilities for the welterweight division in the aftermath of UFC 278. There are a number of factors supporting the need for a rubber match. Looking beyond the rubber match, there are a number of fresh matchups buoyed by bad blood, including the wolf named Khamzat Chimaev lurking in the shadows. [wallop each other for 15 minutes](https://www.cbssports.com/mma/news/ufc-278-results-highlights-paulo-costa-tops-luke-rockhold-as-former-champion-smears-blood-before-retiring/), earning Fight of the Night honors. Subscribe to Morning Kombat with Luke Thomas and Brian Campbell for the best analysis and in-depth news, including instant analysis of 278 below.

The UFC is mixed martial arts' flagship promotion, home to some of the best fighters in the world. It stages events almost every weekend of the year, ...

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Leon Edwards dropped Kamaru Usman with a kick to the head and neck in the final minute of the fifth round to win the welterweight championship at UFC 278 on ...

Costa more than doubled Rockhold in total strikes through the first two rounds and eventually left him with a bloodied mouth in the third round. "The octagon belongs to nobody," Edwards said. Rockhold (16-5) returned to the octagon for the first time in three years and his rust showed as the bout progressed. Edwards (20-3) is undefeated dating back to his previous bout with Usman in 2015. Usman (20-2) lived up to his reputation as the No. Usman appeared to be seconds away from a 16th consecutive victory, which would have tied an all-time UFC record, before Edwards came up with the stunning finish just in time.

Down on the judges' scorecards with a minute left in his UFC title fight against Kamaru Usman, Leon "Rocky" Edwards needed a miracle, but no-one expected an ...

Look, we can - if you believe in your country, believe in your team, you can achieve it. Make it Wembley, that has to be done. "Wembley (Stadium), for sure.

Leon Edwards dropped Kamaru Usman in the final minute of the fifth round to win the welterweight championship at UFC 278 on Saturday night.

Merab Dvalishvili prevailed over former UFC featherweight champion Jose Aldo in a unanimous decision in the men’s bantamweight bout, earning his eighth straight win. “I didn’t see it in the moment of the fight. Costa more than doubled Rockhold in total strikes through the first two rounds and eventually left him with a bloodied mouth in the third round. “The octagon belongs to nobody,” Edwards said. Usman (20-2) lived up to his reputation as the No. Edwards (20-3) is undefeated dating back to his previous bout with Usman in 2015.

After his UFC 278 win, Paulo Costa revealed his promotional deal may be over – or it may have one fight left on it.

If this is the last fight, so I have no more on the contract, I need to sit down and put attention and look what is best for my future. We have a lot of great opportunities there, but the UFC is a great company. But I know we have UFC Rio in Brazil in January, so maybe I can wait a little more. Unsure of whether or not his promotional deal is fought out or not, Costa said there are a few options on the horizon. “We’ve had a lot of great opportunities (that) came up,” Costa told reporters, including MMA Junkie. He might also have no fights left on his UFC contract.

The fighter known as "Rocky" scored the win with 56 seconds left in the UFC 278 welterweight title fight.

Champion of the world.” I’m champion of the world. Usman bit on a feint, Edwards landed his kick and one of the biggest upsets in the sport was in the books. Saturday’s result prompted immediate talk of a rematch and Usman, who was taken to a hospital after the fight, graciously hinted as much on Twitter. Edwards started strong, with Usman being taken down in the first round for the first time in his UFC career. at least the UFC world.

After his UFC 278 win, Paulo Costa revealed his promotional deal may be over – or it may have one fight left on it.

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WARNING - GRAPHIC CONTENT: The American was beaten by the Brazilian in a gripping contest before appearing to confirm that he would not be fighting again.

People say he doesn’t have a good chin but he does.' Costa, bizarrely perhaps, did not seem too perturbed as he appeared to grin while lying on the canvass. 'He surprised me with his chin,” Costa said.

Paulo Costa made a successful return to the UFC Octagon following a lengthy spell of inactivity through injury - but it was bitter rival Luke Rockhold who ...

I gave it my all. The clip was posted by Barstool Sports which you can see for yourself in the video above. Thank you, Joe. Thank you, UFC. thank you, fighting. [Paulo Costa](https://www.givemesport.com/paulo-costa) made a successful return to the [UFC](https://www.givemesport.com/ufc) Octagon following a lengthy spell of inactivity through injury – but it was bitter rival [Luke Rockhold](https://givemesport.com/luke-rockhold) who stole the show.

Two budding lightweights with 100 percent finishing rates have been matched up for Dana White's Contender Series.

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Rockhold fell short in his UFC comeback as he suffered a unanimous decision defeat to Costa in the co-main event of UFC 278. The 37-year-old fought with his ...

I just didn’t... I gave it my all. Thank you, Joe. Thank you, UFC. thank you, fighting. He can be seen rubbing his blood all over Costa's face whilst on the canvas.

Despite a few bumps in the road during fight week, it doesn't sound like Dana White is interested in holding a grudge with Luke Rockhold.

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Moments later Costa was named the winner via unanimous decision by the judges in what was likely Rockhold's final fight of his career. Check out this gross ...

Moments later Costa was named the winner via unanimous decision by the judges in what was likely Rockhold’s final fight of his career. There was also a really wild moment in one of the most anticipated fights on the card when Luke Rockhold was seen purposely smearing his blood onto Paulo Costa’s face during the final seconds of the third and final round of their fight. UFC 278 was an amazing night of fight in Salt Lake City, Utah, which ended with

See how the UFC fighters sitting cageside reacted to Leon Edwards's KO win over Kamaru Usman.

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(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) UFC fighter Leon Edwards, of Jamaica, celebrates his title as welterweight champion of the world after knocking out ...

The arena was like 60% full for the first fight of the night. Rockhold is 37, and was fighting for the first time in three years — and it showed, as he was totally gassed after the first round, often putting his hands on his knees during the action. “He’s been a long[time] champion, he said he’s the pound-for-pound best all week, and he believed it. The crowd absolutely lost it as he made his entrance to the Jay-Z/Kanye/Rihanna anthem “Run This Town.” That was about the highlight of his bantamweight contender bout against Merab Dvalishvili, though. Pudilova: Late in the week, this fight was bumped from the prelims to the main card as a way to showcase some of the UFC’s women (even if these two came in with sub-.500 UFC records). [John Morgan](https://twitter.com/JohnMorgan_MMA), the editor in chief of MMA website “ [The Underground](https://www.mixedmartialarts.com/),” and a contributor now for Sports Illustrated, who has been covering the UFC for 16 years and is the guy asking the initial questions at every UFC media availability. Dvalishvili controlled the action with pace and aggression to win a unanimous 29-28, 29-28, 30-27 decision, but White was similarly unimpressed with his efforts afterward, saying he was too passive to be considered title material for now. I was in the building by 3:30, and in my seat — which, to my utter disbelief, was front row next to the Octagon, right behind what would be the “blue corner” — by 4. The second and third, though, were veeeery slow, with lots of grappling and not much action, causing the crowd to boo. A little while later, referee Mike Beltran — known for the juxtaposition of his bald head against his long, braided, fu manchu mustache — did some stretches in front of me, telling me he was worried about pulling a hamstring, then offered me a handshake before he got to work. I made it a point to be there from the outset, to watch every fight from the first early prelim to the main event. 1 pound-for-pound fighter in the world, and changing his career trajectory and the UFC landscape.