Leon Edwards's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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Leon Edwards

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Leon Edwards.

Leon Edwards is an English professional mixed martial artist competing in the UFC's welterweight division. He is a former UFC Welterweight Champion and previously held the BAMMA welterweight title. He has been a professional MMA fighter since 2011. As of May 13, 2025, Edwards is ranked #4 in the UFC welterweight division.

April 2015: Victory Against Seth Baczynski

In April 2015, Leon Edwards faced Seth Baczynski at UFC Fight Night 64 and won the fight via KO in the first round, earning him a Performance of the Night bonus.

August 2022: UFC Welterweight Championship Victory

In August 2022, Leon Edwards rematched Kamaru Usman at UFC 278 for the UFC Welterweight Championship. Edwards won the fight and title via knockout in the fifth round, earning him the Performance of the Night award.

March 2023: Victory Against Kamaru Usman at UFC 286

In March 2023, Leon Edwards had a third fight with Kamaru Usman at UFC 286, winning the bout via majority decision. Despite a point deduction in the third round, Edwards showed significant improvement.

December 2023: Victory Against Colby Covington at UFC 296

In December 2023, Leon Edwards faced Colby Covington at UFC 296, winning the fight via unanimous decision in the main event.