Leon Edwards's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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. Edwards has been a professional fighter since 2011, and previously held the BAMMA welterweight title. As of May 13, 2025, he is ranked #4 in the UFC welterweight rankings.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles

2010: First Professional Fight

In 2010, Leon Edwards began his professional fighting career, making his debut as an amateur at Bushido Challenge 2 - A New Dawn. He won against Carl Booth via an armbar submission in round two.

April 2015: Victory and Performance of the Night Bonus

In April 2015, Leon Edwards faced Seth Baczynski at UFC Fight Night 64 and won the fight via KO at 0:08 of the first round. This result earned him a Performance of the Night bonus.

July 2015: Victory Against Pawel Pawlak

In July 2015, Leon Edwards faced Pawel Pawlak at UFC Fight Night 72. He won the fight via unanimous decision.

May 2016: Victory Against Dominic Waters

In May 2016, Leon Edwards faced Dominic Waters at UFC Fight Night 87. He won the fight via unanimous decision.

October 2016: Victory Against Albert Tumenov

In October 2016, Leon Edwards faced Albert Tumenov at UFC 204. He won the fight via submission in the third round.

March 2017: Victory Against Vicente Luque

In March 2017, Leon Edwards faced Vicente Luque at UFC Fight Night 107. He won the fight by unanimous decision.

September 2017: Victory Against Bryan Barberena

In September 2017, Leon Edwards faced Bryan Barberena at UFC Fight Night 115. He won the fight by unanimous decision.

March 2018: Victory Against Peter Sobotta

In March 2018, Leon Edwards faced Peter Sobotta at UFC Fight Night 127. He won the fight via TKO at 4:59 in the third round.

June 2018: Victory Against Donald Cerrone

In June 2018, Leon Edwards faced Donald Cerrone at UFC Fight Night 132. He won the fight via unanimous decision.

March 2019: Victory and Backstage Altercation

In March 2019, Leon Edwards faced Gunnar Nelson at UFC Fight Night 147. He won the bout by split decision. After the event, Edwards was punched backstage by Jorge Masvidal, which left Edwards with a laceration under his left eye.

July 2019: Victory Against Rafael dos Anjos

In July 2019, Leon Edwards faced former UFC lightweight champion Rafael dos Anjos in the main event of UFC on ESPN 4. He won the fight via unanimous decision.

August 2022: UFC Welterweight Championship Victory

In August 2022, Leon Edwards rematched Kamaru Usman at UFC 278 for the UFC Welterweight Championship. After having a successful first round and struggling for the next four, Edwards won the fight and title via knockout in the fifth round, claiming the UFC Welterweight Championship and earning the Performance of the Night award.

March 2023: Victory Against Kamaru Usman at UFC 286

In March 2023, Leon Edwards fought Kamaru Usman for the third time at UFC 286. He won the bout via majority decision, defending 11 of Usman's 15 takedown attempts and out-striking Usman on the feet for most of the fight.