But I see a lot of troubles in defending this belt. Covington - hello wrestling and unlimited gas tank. Chimaev - I better wish Edwards a lot of luck.
We gonna see new fighter in pound-for-pound soon. Doubt that this is gonna be Edwards, as he is not in a list. Volkanovski on top1 ? Lol.
What makes it even more funny, Leon Edwards is not a knockout artist. Only one knockout in 14 UFC fights. And he knocks out best p4p fighter. Double lol. Usman has never been knockout in his career - gets KOed by a guy who does not have knocking power and usually wins by decision. Triple lol.
This! He can enjoy and celebrate for now but soon monsters who are hungry for that title will come knocking at him.
Edwards fought defensively which I didn't like until round 5. Round 1 was the better him but it's like he was hit on the head and forgot he was the challenger until the crucial moment came at Round 5. Yes, we know he had that one kick knockout (I was screaming in my lungs at the television to throw that kick) which is awesome but it had to land first.
It won't happen again if he will be on the same strategy as how he fought against Usman, mostly defense and it took a great toll on his energy, he is literally gassed out.
This is a learning point for him and the team, especially his coach. They must watch the film again and strengthen the weaknesses Edwards has to keep that belt. If Usman knew submission techniques, the fight may have ended earlier.