Leon Edwards vs. Sean Brady: UFC London Main Event Preview
LONDON, March 22, 2025 โ The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) returns to the O2 Arena in London tonight, featuring a welterweight main event between former champion Leon Edwards and top contender Sean Brady.๎
Fighter Profiles:
- Leon Edwards (20-4-0): Hailing from Birmingham, England, Edwards held the welterweight title in 2022 after a knockout victory. He successfully defended his title before losing to Belal Muhammad by unanimous decision in July 2024.๎
- Sean Brady (16-1-0): The Philadelphia native is known for his grappling skills and resilience. His sole professional loss came against Belal Muhammad in 2022.
Fight Implications:
Edwards aims to reclaim his status in the welterweight division, while Brady seeks a victory to position himself for a title shot.
Event Details:
- Date & Time: March 22, 2025; main card begins at 8 p.m. GMT.
- Location: O2 Arena, London, England.
- Broadcast: Available on ESPN+ in the United States and TNT Sports in the United Kingdom.
Main Card Lineup:
- Welterweight Bout: Leon Edwards vs. Sean Brady.
- Light Heavyweight Bout: Jan Blachowicz vs. Carlos Ulberg.
- Welterweight Bout: Gunnar Nelson vs. Kevin Holland.
- Women’s Flyweight Bout: Molly McCann vs. Alexia Thainara.
- Featherweight Bout: Nathaniel Wood vs. Morgan Charriere.
Preliminary Card Highlights:
- Flyweight Bout: Lone’er Kavanagh vs. Felipe Dos Santos.
- Heavyweight Bout: Mick Parkin vs. Marcin Tybura.
Expert Insights:
Former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping suggests Edwards should emulate Anderson Silva’s fighting style to avoid defensive mistakes and capitalize on striking opportunities.
Weigh-In Results:
Both Edwards and Brady successfully made weight, confirming the main event.
Viewing Information:
Fans can watch the event live on ESPN+ in the U.S. and TNT Sports in the U.K., with the main card starting at 8 p.m. GMT.
