Sean Shelby's Shoes: What's next for Leon Edwards after UFC Fight Night 255 loss?
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Leon Edwards’ career is in unprecedented territory after he was finished for the first time in a UFC Fight Night 255 main event loss to Sean Brady.
After losing the welterweight title to Belal Muhammad in July 2024, Edwards (22-5 MMA, 14-4 UFC) is now on his first skid after he was tapped out by Brady (18-1 MMA, 8-1 UFC) in the fourth round of their headlining encounter at The O2 in London.
Given his well-documented challenges securing a title shot for the first time, there are many questions about what the road back to the top looks like for “Rocky.”
What makes the most sense for Edwards’ next fight? Watch the video above for thoughts and analysis on his future after UFC Fight Night 255.
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