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Leon Edwards channeled Conor McGregor after pulling off UFC shock of the year by knocking out Kamaru Usman to win welterweight title

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Leon Edwards channeled Conor McGregor after pulling off UFC shock of the year by knocking out Kamaru Usman to win welterweight title

Leon Edwards came from behind to win the welterweight title at UFC 278. He is the second British champion in UFC history. Joe Rogan called it the best head-kick knockout of all time. Conor McGregor is hyped about his upcoming comeback. He claims he deserves all the awards in 2022. Mystic Mac is preparing for his comeback fight in the Welterweights division. His opponent is currently the current champion, Edwards. McGregor hasn't fought since July 2021. The former champion is confident he can make history when he returns. Edwards is defending his 170lb title. They could become rivals in 2023.

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