Kamaru Usman to Defend Welterweight Title Against Leon Edwards at UFC 278
This rematch comes with much higher stakes š@Usman84KG vs @Leon_EdwardsMMA
ā UFC (@ufc) June 12, 2022
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Usman (20-1) will aim for not only his sixth consecutive title defense, but also secure his 20th straight victory inside the cage. āThe Nigerian Nightmareā has been a dominant champion and holds big wins over the likes of Jorge Masvidal (twice), Gilbert Burns and two against arch rival Colby Covington.
Looking to upend Usmanās magnificent run is Edwards (19-3, 1 NC), a man who is on a similar hot streak, having won his last 10 battles. Edwards, the No. 2 ranked welterweight in the UFC, hasnāt lost since late 2015; the man who beat him was none other than whom he will face next. Usman won their first encounter via unanimous decision on the UFC on Fox 17 card.
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UFC 278 will take place inside Vivint Arena in Salt Lake City and will be broadcast live on ESPN+ Pay-Per-View. Tickets go on sale on Friday, June 24 through Ticketmaster.
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