Leon Edwards lost his UFC welterweight title to Belal Muhammad in July at UFC 306 in Manchester.
What happened?
The fight took place in the early morning hours in England to accommodate the US pay-per-view start time, which Edwards claims affected his performance.
Why it matters for Leon Edwards
Edwards believes he can beat Muhammad 10 out of 10 times, despite the loss, and is looking to bounce back with a win over Sean Brady at UFC London.
He had been struggling with a minor back injury during training for the fight.
What comes next?
Edwards is focused on his upcoming fight and a potential trilogy with Muhammad, saying he truly believes he is the better athlete.
The UFC champion, Belal Muhammad, is set to defend his title against Jack Della Maddalena in May at UFC 315.
Edwards' coach, Dave Lovell, expressed frustration with the loss, citing the circumstances leading up to the fight as a major factor.
Lovell claimed that Edwards was only at 30-40% of his capacity during the fight.
Edwards is now looking to regroup and get back to his winning ways, starting with his fight against Sean Brady at UFC London.
He believes a win over Brady will put him in a good position for a potential trilogy with Muhammad.
The fight against Brady will be Edwards' first rebound bout in a decade, and he is determined to make a statement.
Edwards has been open about his disappointment with the loss, but is now focused on the future and his next fight.
He is confident in his abilities and believes he has what it takes to become a champion again.
The upcoming fight against Brady will be a crucial test for Edwards, but he is ready for the challenge.
Edwards is looking to put on a strong performance and prove himself as a top contender in the UFC welterweight division.