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Long-time MMA superstar Jorge Masvidal has confirmed that he is in talks with the UFC for a comeback fight after over three years away from the sport.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 24

Masvidal Confirms UFC Talks On Edwards Fight

Jorge Masvidal says he is in active negotiations with the UFC over a comeback fight, with Leon Edwards among his preferred opponents. The former welterweight title challenger told MMA Junkie that a deal could materialise this year or early in 2027, and that financial terms are trending in the right direction.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 4

Medic Tells Edwards Fight Is Next After 30-Second Belgrade KO

Uros Medic wants Leon Edwards next after blitzing Daniel Rodriguez in half a minute at UFC Belgrade on Saturday. Medic dropped Rodriguez with strikes and finished him in 30 seconds, snapping the opponent's three-fight winning streak in the main event on Serbian soil.

MMA News / Lindy's Sports / August 3

Stars Emerge at UFC Belgrade

The UFC made its debut in Serbia on Saturday, August 1, at UFC Belgrade, and the event was absolutely electric. With 10 first-round finishes, the event set a UFC record for the most finishes in the first round.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 2

Medic Flattens Rodriguez In 30 Seconds, Calls Out Edwards

Uros Medic needed half a minute to dismantle Daniel Rodriguez in front of a roaring Belgrade Arena crowd Saturday night. The Serbian welterweight landed a crisp left-right combination that dropped Rodriguez to the canvas, then followed with ground strikes that forced referee Jason Herzog to wave off the contest at the 30-second mark of round one.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 30

Daniel Rodriguez wanted Leon Edwards fight before UFC Belgrade

Daniel Rodriguez pushed for a fight against former welterweight champion Leon Edwards before landing his August booking, he told Home of Fight this week.

Video Games News / Athlon Sports / June 10

EA UFC 6 Early Access Release Time: When Can I Start Playing?

Combat sports fans have finally reached fight week. After months of reveals, gameplay deep dives, and roster announcements, EA Sports UFC 6 is set to enter early access this week, giving Ultimate Edition owners their first chance to step inside the Octagon before the worldwide launch.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / May 28

Joe Rogan Says Islam Makhachev Has Become A Serious Knockout Threat

Islam Makhachev achieved his goal of becoming champion in two divisions. With his heavy wrestling, he had won crucial matchups, as fans saw him dominate with wrestling against Jack Della Maddalena during the welterweight championship fight.

MMA News / Yardbarker / May 11

Potential matchups after UFC 328

UFC 328 was one of the best cards in recent memory. Many fights on the card have big implications for their respective divisions.

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MMA News / HITC / April 1

Nate Diaz explains why he didn’t finish Leon Edwards

Nate Diaz has finally shared his perspective on the viral moment he had against Leon Edwards. In May, Diaz is set to make his return to MMA for the first time since 2022 when he faces Mike Perry on the MVP MMA card streaming on Netflix.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / February 22

Uros Medic Flattens Geoff Neal at UFC Houston, Calls for Leon Edwards Next

HOUSTON — If there was any doubt about Uros Medic’s commitment to the “go big or go home” lifestyle, he erased it in 79 seconds. Medic delivered a jaw-dropping first-round knockout over Geoff Neal at UFC Houston, extending his finishing streak and making it clear he’s hunting bigger names at welterweight.

MMA News / Yardbarker / November 24

Potential matchups for ranked fighters from UFC Fight Night in Qatar

UFC Fight Night in Qatar was one of the best cards of the year. Nine of the 14 fights on the card ended by a finish. Multiple fights on the card have implications for the next challenger for the title in multiple divisions.

UFC Fight Night Qatar: Arman Tsarukyan earns submission victory in return from extended absence

Max Holloway reignites Charles Oliveira rivalry while blasting UFC’s ranking system

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Decorated ex-MMA champion reportedly set to debut on final UFC card of the year

MMA News / Yardbarker / November 17

Potential matchups for some big names after UFC 322

UFC 322 has come to an end and the massive card at Madison Square Garden lived up to it’s hype. Here’s some potential fights that could be made for the new welterweight champion of the world and more.

Islam Makhachev, Valentina Shevchenko cruise to title wins at UFC 322

MMA News / Dice City Sports / November 16

Carlos Prates Flattens Leon Edwards With Shocking Second Round KO at UFC 322

NEW YORK —Leon Edwards had never been knocked out in his professional career until he ran into Carlos Prates. On the UFC 322 main card Saturday at Madison Square Garden.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 10

UFC 322: Leon Edwards Promises a 'Very Explosive' Approach in His First Three-Round Fight in Six Years

Heading into UFC 322, Leon Edwards has made significant adjustments. After more than seven months on the sidelines following a straight loss to Sean Brady in March at UFC London, the former welterweight champion is finally returning.

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MMA News / Dice City Sports / September 25, 2025

Ian Machado Garry: 'Leon Edwards Is Done' Ahead of UFC 322 Clash With Carlos Prates

Ian Machado Garry isn’t buying Leon Edwards’ chances at a comeback. The outspoken Irish contender once again questioned the mindset of former UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards (22-5 MMA, 14-4 UFC) as he prepares to return against Carlos Prates (22-7 MMA, 5-1 UFC) at UFC 322 on Nov.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / July 5, 2025

Leon Edwards Reveals Potential Opponent

Losing streaks are never easy. Especially for elite level fighters. For the first time in his professional MMA career, Leon Edwards finds himself in unfamiliar territory: back-to-back losses.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / April 17, 2025

Ian Machado Garry: 'Leon Edwards is not a fighter at heart'

Leon Edwards lost the welterweight title at UFC 304 last July, coming up short to Belal Muhammad by unanimous decision. He returned in March against Sean Brady and was defeated by guillotine choke in the fourth round. Welterweight contender Ian Machado Garry wasn't surprised that Edwards lost to Brady in the UFC London main event.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / March 24, 2025

UFC London compliance salaries reveal Leon Edwards as low earner while prelim fighter tops the bill

With UFC London out of the way, we can calculate how much compliance pay each fighter on the night took home. While the UFC and the athletic commissions might not disclose full salaries, we can determine how much UFC promotional guidelines compliance pay each fighter earned.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / March 22, 2025

Free UFC stream: Edwards vs. Brady watch along

UFC London is here, and with it comes a stacked night of fights featuring the very best British and European UFC talent. Fans can watch along free courtesy of UFC Fight Pass.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / March 21, 2025

UFC London: Edwards vs. Brady Weigh-in results

The UFC Octagon is in London, England for this weekend's UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Brady event at the O2 Arena. Former welterweight champion Leon Edwards headlines the event taking on No.

MMA News / Yardbarker / March 21, 2025

How Leon Edwards can upset Sean Brady at UFC London

Once he walks to the Octagon cage to face Sean Brady at UFC London 2025, Leon Edwards will do something he has not done since 2015.

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MMA News / Empire Sports Media / February 19, 2025

UFC London now headlined by Leon Edwards – Sean Brady

The UFC heads back to London on March 22nd and the event has a new main event. Leon Edwards (22-4, 1 NC) is still going to be headlining the card as originally planned, but he has a new opponent.

MMA News / Field Level Media / January 13, 2025

Reports: Leon Edwards to headline UFC Fight Night 255

Former welterweight champion Leon Edwards will headline UFC Fight Night 255 against rising contender Jack Della Maddalena, MMA Junkie reported Monday. Edwards (21-4 MMA, 13-3 UFC) will take on Della Maddalena (17-2 MMA, 7-0 UFC) in the main event on March 22 at The O2 in London.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / December 6, 2024

Ex-Champ Leon Edwards Called Out for Long-Awaited Grudge Match at UFC London

Leon Edwards has got options ahead of his return, arguably none more intriguing than this one. The UFC Welterweight Champion earlier this year, Edwards lost the strap earlier in his third-straight title defense against the relentless Belal Muhammad at UFC 304.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / November 30, 2024

Leon Edwards to Headline UFC Fight Night in London, 2025: Ex-Champ Confirms

Former UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards should be making his long-awaited return. 'Rocky's' title reign was cut short by Belal Muhammad last July, and fans were hoping he'd throw his hat in the ring to fight Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC 310, but this isn't the case.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / November 25, 2024

Leon Edwards ready to reclaim UFC welterweight title

After months of radio silence from the Leon Edwards camp, it now looks like the former champion is ready to reclaim his title. 'Rocky' was riding an incredible 13-fight unbeaten streak before falling short at UFC 304.