UFC London Main Event Features Leon Edwards as Underdog Against Sean Brady

London, England — UFC London is set to make waves this Saturday afternoon at the O2 Arena, with a highly anticipated welterweight battle headlining the event. Leon Edwards, the hometown hero, will take on rising contender Sean Brady in a matchup that promises excitement and unpredictability.

The fight begins at 1 p.m. ET and will be broadcast live on ESPN+. This matchup marks a retaliation for Edwards, who was previously hoping for a rematch against Belal Muhammad for the welterweight title but has now shifted gears after being passed over. Instead, Jack Della Maddalena will challenge Muhammad for the title.

Though Edwards enters as the underdog, he is recognized as a skilled striker. His previous bout against Muhammad saw him struggling defensively, conceding nine takedowns in a unanimous decision loss. In contrast, Brady averages 3.49 takedowns per 15 minutes, a significant stat that could impact the fight’s outcome.

“Brady has shown improvement in his striking, which could be an X-factor in this matchup,” said a UFC analyst. “However, if he manages to take Edwards to the ground, he may dominate.” Edwards has never been submitted in his previous fights, showcasing his resilience and grappling defense, despite his high takedown allowance in the last performance.

The bout is critical for both fighters, with Edwards looking to re-establish himself in title contention while Brady seeks to prove he belongs among the elite fighters in the division. Myers noted, “Time will tell if Edwards can fend off Brady’s grappling or if Brady can make his ground game work effectively.”

In an additional bout of interest within the light heavyweight division, Jan Blachowicz will square off against Carlos Ulberg. Blachowicz enters this fight as a surprising underdog, having lost only to top-tier resilient champions in his career thus far.

“Blachowicz has not been knocked out since 2019 and remains a competitor to be reckoned with,” an analyst stated. If he showcases the same level of performance seen in his previous defeats, he might just claim victory.

Noted betting predictions for the event include: Edwards to win via Moneyline (+140), Blachowicz by decision (+510), and several other exciting fights projected to go the distance. As always, expect the unexpected in the dynamic world of UFC.