Leon Edwards vs Kamaru Usman
Leon Edwards vs Kamaru Usman: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Leon Edwards and Kamaru Usman?
Edwards and Usman have faced each other twice, with their rivalry culminating in a championship rematch where Edwards claimed the title, marking a significant turning point in both fighters' careers.
Leon Edwards
Key numbers
- Total fights29
- Wins22
- Wins by knockout7
- Wins by submission3
- Wins by decision12
Top honours
- UFC Welterweight Champion2022
- BAMMA Welterweight Champion2015
- Performance of the NightMultiple awards
- UFC Fight Night BonusMultiple awards
- UFC RankingsFormerly ranked #1 in welterweight division
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Kamaru Usman
Visit Kamaru Usman hubKey numbers
- Wins21
- Losses4
- Knockout wins9
- Submission wins1
- Decision wins11
Top honours
- UFC Welterweight Champion2019
- The Ultimate Fighter 21 tournament winner2015
- Longest winning streak in the welterweight division13 fights
- Most consecutive title defenses in the welterweight division4
- Fight of the Night5 times