"I'm proud of myself!" - An emotional Leon Edwards after becoming UFC Champion! 🇯🇲 🇬🇧 🏆

An emotional Leon Edwards spoke to Nick Peet shortly after shocking the world and becoming the new UFC welterweight champion of the world!
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[@ejs7738]

Couldn’t be happier for Leon. No flash, no gimmicks, just a real world class fighter

[@profileone5655]

Same. Can’t wait for him to drop the belt though to the next challenger

[@Frankieboi19911]

@@profileone5655 That’s make sense won it from one of the pound for pound best?? But will lose it to next challenger.. 🤔 yeah okay then.

[@profileone5655]

@@Frankieboi19911 just watch

[@ghostttriddder]

@@profileone5655 Cope

[@profileone5655]

@@ghostttriddder nope

[@biglew6408]

“Now look, I changed our lives mam” has me choking up!! English lion heart, well deserved champ. AND THE NEW!!!

[@thesprawl2361]

That was a sweet moment.

[@civilwarwasaninsidejob7405]

Even if he never defends the belt, the endorsements and avenues this opens up for him is immense. Couldn't happen to a better guy! True champion and role model.

[@masterwindu1234]

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿❤🙌

[@teuea]

* jamaican lion heart*

[@padraigofearghail441]

Jamaican

[@solo2873]

I can’t believe there were people who hated on Edwards, what a stand up guy !

[@CM-vw6dc]

People found him boring because he doesn’t act like McNuggets

[@interabang]

It's because he has no personality and just proved no humility. It will be a short lived tenure of the belt. Usman won't switch off again.

[@AnthonyPiccirillo]

Don’t worry about those people, they are fools

[@SimpleFoosball]

@@interabang no humility?😂 It was Usman talking to Edwards after he walked back to his corner after round 2/3

[@SimpleFoosball]

@Improvement nothing lucky about it. He set it up perfectly with the feint, and connected solidly to put his lights out. Usman is one of the greatest to ever do it, and he was on his way to a clear win. But what Leon achieved wasn’t luck, it was skill

[@worldsetonastone]

Look at him just caressing the belt. It means the world to him

[@Brandon-tk2rw]

we all would

[@farhanmirdha3598]

I liked the belt from back in the 2016 it looked so much better in my opinion

[@farhanmirdha3598]

I feel like the fighters should choose what type of belt they wanna have when they win it

[@TanWam]

@@farhanmirdha3598 too complicated, one belt design is the way.

[@farhanmirdha3598]

@@TanWam true

[@bangaverage7216]

Certified mentality monster, upmost respect for your achievement In the face of such adversity. A true role model and champion of the world ♥️

[@ChrisPBaconn]

*Utmost

[@TimboTbagz]

@@ChrisPBaconn Courgette*

[@richardcollins1838]

Ok Klopp

[@knotabot9370]

He’s a real Agbonlahor

[@SilentEmpires]

Rocky style

[@Rammsteinfanboy2]

"Even on my worst night I beat the Pound for Pound best". That's savage

[@AmerL1999]

I think it's facts tho, because I really reckon he could've fought a lot better that night.

[@shahk6051]

Usman: Taking WHAT from WHO?! Leon: Taking the Welterweight Belt from the Champ and P4P No.1 with a 5th round Headkick K.O.

[@asterixx5961]

😂😂😂😂😂😂🔥🔥

[@johnnysanchez4996]

Yea but let’s be real. Usman will get the belt back.

[@BettingInsights]

@@johnnysanchez4996 unfortunately

[@matrixmdog]

@@johnnysanchez4996 people also said usman wouldn't lose the belt to Leon and look what happened

[@KD-vg2yn]

@@johnnysanchez4996 doubtful. His ego will be in the dirt, Leon will have extreme confidence, There will be no altitude advantage, and Usman isn’t coming back from that KO at 35.

[@geverniveup]

The odds of this man doing what he did are beyond slim to none. It takes a special person to pull that off. I cried my eyes out watching him win

[@kathleenfinnerty226]

Me too amazing 👏

[@TayAbroad]

Why was it slim to none ? I never doubted him 🤷🏻‍♂️ AND NEW 👑

[@len3169]

He got lucky, anyone with half a brain knew Leon was losing the fight bad and didn’t want to be there. He was acting as if it was as a close fight lol. I’m glad Marty got KO’d though…..Bhahaha.

[@Mike-ju5jb]

Probably the most underrated fighter in ufc

[@lobsangtsetan534]

In some way no. Skinny Leon gave lots of trouble to Usman. Now it's a lean muscle Leon. So I am surprise. But I was hoping and also knew it was possible.

[@CoolAdam247]

Leon made Birmingham proud ! Brumtown on fire right now 🥳🎉🎆

[@johnnysanchez4996]

He’s Jamaican

[@imz5195]

@@johnnysanchez4996 he’s from uk too stfu

[@Gavi-144]

He came over to the UK when he was a teen, so he's Jamaican but a British citizen now. So congratulations to him 👏

[@bartholomewlyons]

House prices sky rocketed in Birmingham!

[@dr.ligmahnutts2993]

@@johnnysanchez4996 yeah Birmingham took in many cultures

[@thebearkhabibwrestled3442]

Crucial moment in UFC history

[@michaellaidler7143]

Well said. The sport has had some real shake ups recently. It's a good time to be a fan.

[@n23999]

@@michaellaidler7143 thank god usmans style was great but not the most entertaining, next izzys gonna be out😬😬

[@R9000S]

Gsp Lost 2 Serra 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@angrybrit129]

Couldn't happen to a better guy I picked him to win a title next and he did it 🇬🇧🇯🇲

[@painTaylormma]

Yes same as brother, truely a humble guy nothing as changed him, Look at him now 🇯🇲🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧

[@littlesebastian4389]

Same, I been saying for weeks and months he will beat Usman. So many Usman nut huggers spitting abuse. I don't dislike Usman he is a great champion I just always thought Leon could beat him and had been overlooked and disrespected by American fans and most importantly Dana White who gave Masvidal 2 shots and Colby a shot before Leon even though Leon had such an impressive streak. Today I have been in such a good mood in work cause it feels like justice has been served.

[@BOTTENEGAMING]

Usman has been so cocky about his striking, I voted as well Edwards would eventually find the target,

[@FionnCr]

Really love how he called his Mum right away. That was beautiful to see

[@johnbarrie1782]

that will go down as one one of the biggest shocks in ufc history congrats Edwards 👏

[@frozenice61]

its not a shock really as leon is that good and everyone knew it,usman had a big rep and is great,but leon can beat him next time in the rematch for sure

[@danterodriguez2610]

@@frozenice61 kinda was a shock after getting dominated for 3 rounds and looking gassed, not trying to take anything way from Leon it was a beautifully set up finish and amazing read but I don’t think anyone thought he was gonna KO Usman with a minute left after losing the previous rounds like he did.

[@kevindurantburner3592]

@@frozenice61 Usman wins the rematch imo. I think it's a similar situation to Serra vs GSP or Pena vs Nunes.. Leon is certainly levels above both these two fighters but it's still gonna be an uphill task even in English soil

[@7ali7]

No shock, he's absolutely a dangerous dangerous man. Killer.

[@frankfrank6631]

@@danterodriguez2610 not really it's pretty obvious that he was training that kick and timing it all fight, might of looked like a shock but he knew what he was doing.

[@panic_diver]

Couldnt have happened to a better guy. Just makes me smile seeing him so happy. This means more than anything for him because he can now provide a better life to his mom and family. Just a feel good story. Cheers mate.

[@ThatDangKid1]

It’s really lovely to see. These guys really risk it all for their family

[@DaNitro21]

Yesssss, so happy for him, fully deserves it!

[@Freethought1987]

Love that flag!

[@JwW-zt2dj]

SHOCKING!!! Look at him now baby! 🇬🇧 🇯🇲

[@mychannel5019]

Most I've celebrated after a fight. Go on Rocky!!!

[@yerrrboy100]

Same

[@endofdayzfitnessu.k2126]

I was jumping up n down live from Lancashire

[@Gavi-144]

Was like a rocky storyline. Congratulations, run it back in England, biggest mma event in uk history at Wembley? Well done Leon

[@kingston2411]

No rematch let him have a fight first it slows everything down

[@archiebarber9802]

So so happy for him A belt is in the UK again! Deserves it

[@micahbodha6129]

Again??

[@tonysoprano8925]

@@micahbodha6129 Bisping!

[@happychappy27]

@@micahbodha6129 duh

[@goofysmp]

Heartwarming how emotional he gets even mentioning his mom. All we want to do really is make the people who support us proud

[@RB-ey6fm]

I'm not an emotional person but Leon got me nearly crying my eyeballs out, what a story and what a man. Respect to Leon and enjoy every minute

[@LuckySingh-zy9ch]

Imagine finally making your mum proud, after all the years of hard work and determination. That feeling must be amazing

[@mainstreammop2711]

Same humble quality human being no matter what lights and cameras are in front of him. That's the down to earth attitude nobody can hate on. that's the passion of a true Birmingham grafter Leon is a inspiration to all the UK 🇬🇧 and Jamaica 🇯🇲 DONE US PROUD AND WHAT A STORY. ROCKY IS TRULY A NAME THAT FITS HIS JOURNEY. ❤

[@rhysperegrine5100]

Congrats from Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@heo427]

Always liked the guy and supported him as a fellow Englishman - such a humble guy and technical beast! I never understood why others didn't so much! I'm glad he has his time the sun, may more from England and Jamaica get behind him. Long may he reign!

[@WishMount]

I was backing him from the start, proud of this guy!

[@jbonecapone346]

Well done to Edwards ma for not getting the jab 👏

[@yerrrboy100]

👏👏

[@mainstreammop2711]

LOVE OUR ROCKY FROM BRUM TOWN BORN IN JAMAICA ❤

[@celtic69]

Had tenner on Leon KO in the 4th but I don’t care how he’s done it, he’s done everyone proud. Big up Brum, big up Leon man 🇯🇲

[@thomasschieron4534]

A story of Life! Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪 Congratulations for UK 🇬🇧 and Jamaica 🇯🇲 🎉

[@divineebitu5012]

Any time I doubt myself, I will forever come back to this video.

[@marcushenry3766]

Jamaica 🇯🇲 Birmingham UK 🇬🇧. To the world 🌎

[@Dunc25535]

Edwards v Usman 3, Aspinall, McCann, Pimblett, Till, Allen, Shore tell me that card wont sell out Wembley!!!

[@mustaquimahmedtanbeer2437]

I hope they book shore vs Umar nurmagomedov in that card. That will be a massive fight.

[@brickflair8926]

Amazing card that would be! Someone from every weight class basically as well! Need to get a English LHW on there as well, don’t know who that would be tho lol

[@darthbrexit]

@@brickflair8926 we'll dodge the English and have a Scottish light heavyweight Paul Craig.

[@darrenhowey4750]

@@darthbrexit mate I’m Scottish myself but cmon ya see paul Craig’s last performance. Guy was jumping about trying to grab the man’s feet the whole entire fight hahaha pure toe tickler

[@CautionBeforeCoffee]

Better atmosphere in the o2 I think

[@charliesmith8147]

He deserves this ... well done champ 🏆

[@nc3869]

There's no one more likeable that Leon Edwards man, what a quality guy he is.

[@briantneary2248]

Believe me when I say, he's got tons of fans here in the states. What a stand up dude and what a finish. Truly historic. Unbelievable. Well done, Rocky!

[@steveoctv]

Damn..never felt so emotional in a good way for a fighter and his life story. Charles was inspirational from slums but Leon was heart felt deep relatable with all the people that doubted him in life. Can’t wait to see what’s next for Leon ❤️🌟

[@efrainesparza5679]

Bro this guy deserve this

[@mrrobotsdad7698]

What a genuine champion

[@IamWoodstaman]

More glory for the UK. I love this country, so proud of Leon. Glory to Jamaica as well!

[@markotoole7937]

Go on Rocky! Simply amazing. Brining it home for the West Midlands! Those who booed Leon back when he fought Gunnar Nelson should be ashamed.

[@notme1345]

0121

[@everythingfromeverywhere152]

Biggest upset in MMA. I was in shock for atleast about 10 solid minutes. This is the beauty of MMA that is why I love MMA more than boxing .

[@jbizzelbrown1776]

So proud of him man big up Leon bringing it home for Jamaica 💯

[@shogunai]

Not many fighters live upto their nickname. But Leon will forever be Rocky now. What a legend.

[@Bob_1212.]

I love these BT Sport guys. Better than our ESPN guys in America by far.

[@hassytv3840]

Leon's toughest thing is his composure, he was looking for opportunities and not rushing things, he looked great in the first round and Did a good job of not getting dominated in wrestling part, whereas Usman from the start knew that Leon has the style to beat him and has the skills, he even said in a interview that Leon is the best stylistic match up for me and he got heart too, that's why Usman looked little worried in this fight and rushing things and was trying to wrestle old style to beat him but Leon was lucky he did land a perfect head kick and put Kamaru to sleep.

[@kbn4370]

That head kick was not luck he faked the left hand Usman fell for it and Leon executed it perfectly with a roundhouse to the chin

[@kevinagudelo7894]

No Luck goofy 🤡 All GOD 🙏

[@glovesup5735]

How can u be lucky when u set the shot up worst comment

[@eyesee1179]

@@kbn4370 Yeah, it was a really good read from Leon but the issue is Usman will definitely get a rematch, and Usman was winning 4-1 up until the KO. I hope Leon wins the rematch tho, I thing the altitude affected him negatively.

[@smokedorman4628]

Never been more happy for a fighter, congrats rocky

[@IanRossDavies]

Seems like a genuinely cracking bloke. Couldn’t be happier for him. Performance wasn’t there for so long in the fight, for whatever reason, but all that did was serve him up THE moment that he’s deserved for so long. Name in lights, belt around his waist, family on his shoulders. Perfect.

[@healthymindhealthybody9324]

Incredible achievement. Could have thrown his life away & chose to dedicate & achieve instead. Truly inspiring 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@jayclaughan6216]

this guy is pure class 👏

[@josephatkinson8139]

Pride of England, what a warrior!!

[@PLayAshEFF72]

But when the black boys miss penalties in finals they ain’t pride of nothing anymore 😂

[@masterwindu1234]

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿❤🙌

[@clappedoutmotor]

Knight!

[@13JazzyG]

@@PLayAshEFF72 do your research, majority of the racial abuse directed towards rashford and co were accounts from outside of the U.K., people pretending to be I be English trying to paint England in a bad light

[@rampagesmackssons508]

@@PLayAshEFF72 🤣🤣

[@karldraper2961]

Leon Edward pound for pound champion of the world....what a hero!

[@waynebaptiste5232]

What a night, after AJ and MVP lost, glad Leon was able to steal the show and the belt against all odds, I hope he stays Champ for a while

[@martynspooner5822]

On top of being the world champion Leon Edwards is a genuinely nice guy. Humility is rare in the game he is in, well deserved respect to that man and obviously congratulations. Even in the press conference before the fight he said he wasnt a hater, the harder the fight the greater the victory, onwards and upwards Mr Leon Edwards.

[@last_gasp2152]

I’m so happy! Huge Leon fan! Fellow brummie! So happy!

[@louiiliffe8160]

Great Britain and Jamaica 🇬🇧 🇯🇲 stand up! I'm made up for Leon he deserves it usman was a great champion take nothing away from the man he deserves the 3rd fight 100 percent

[@johnnysanchez4996]

He’s Jamaican

[@imz5195]

@@johnnysanchez4996 he’s from uk too

[@archiebarber9802]

@@johnnysanchez4996 relax Johnny, he’s an english boy 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@alexhurst4529]

@@johnnysanchez4996 sounds it

[@johnnysanchez4996]

@@archiebarber9802 Hahahah he’s Jamaican. Y’all want an English boy to be champ so bad y’all claim other nationalities.

[@rechtsextremistenmussmanmi184]

He definitely won the mental games pre fight in the octagon as well

[@adriantomasz1916]

Leon is big Man with great skills and attitude, and huge heart..., Greetings from London...👏

[@billy9125]

Smashed it Leon. All heart. Pure technique and a true role model. Big up yourself brother 👊🏼

[@ILA4LIFE012601]

He set that up he didnt throw head kick the whole fight went body and legs saved the head kick for the last resort and paid off!

[@georgeaddison4947]

Let’s go so happy for him what a comeback and what a ko 🤯🔥

[@JapseyeSpecs]

Leon is such a genuine and nice guy, and with how bad a sport Usman was throughout, Leon gained a lot of his fans

[@anasshahid224]

Congratulations Leon!! Beautiful KO!!! 🦵👏👏👏 I legit screamed when he hit the kick!! Absolutely incredible 👏👏👏

[@academyofstreetdance1107]

reign strong king! thanks from all of us in UK

[@markdavis8430]

Easily a moment I'll never forget And new what a man!! Peace champ

[@nuts7883]

So happy for him such a genuine guy he deserves all the success in the world!

[@Thishandleistakentryanotherone]

What an amazing human and what an amazing story absolutely deserved god bless

[@coletivating]

Amazing win , Leon fully deserves it. And respect to the corner constantly feeding him that encouragement to keep going.

[@homework9102]

Truly deserved well done Leon Edwards. 🎉

[@Kevin-yq1ls]

Been watching UFC for years but I've never felt so happy for someone to win! Incredible knockout, incredible post-fight speech.

[@BRMCaptChaos]

Get in there Leon! Amazing fighting spirit, sweetest left to tempt and a coup de grace kick to the head. A thing of art.

[@Liam-yr4uf]

He's got a good head on his shoulders. Good on him. Brilliant KO.

[@jermainegidden6390]

Nuff love bro 🇯🇲🇬🇧👊🏽

[@eringolightly8372]

what a genuine fellow😊we can all wish the best to such a man. Good on ya Leon!

[@kerrfitnessandcoaching3976]

wow. what a likeable guy, doing it for his family, His family and the full of the UK are proud leon 👍 well done fella

[@HealthyBearded]

NEVER BEEN THIS HAPPY for a fighter. WOW .... When He Said in the ring interview "LOOK AT ME NOW" That was powerful. Congrats Champ.

[@maximumcarl8138]

Best & brilliant post fight interview

[@bartekpodogrodzki6057]

Look at him now! What a fighter. What a story. What a win!

[@neocloudmarts9613]

Well done Leon and his team !!!

[@mikeheap7978]

Great Win for Leon enjoy the moment.

[@Collerz7]

That was crazy. Couldn’t believe it 😱

[@JordanSharkey]

So heart felt this interview

[@minileon3708]

What a legend. Nice to see people proud of the country they come from these days. The love he has for his mum is beautiful.

[@crisstryna_mma1622]

Well done Leon! Amazing work ethic and determination, along with your skills and belief. True champion..

[@donovanschoor1473]

Mad respect for this man. Warrior.

[@sulimanbabar]

Happy for the lad, god bless his family.

[@TurboLongi]

Cleannnn. Well done champ well deserved!!! Brum Town Legend!!!

[@sullieking]

Good on ya Leon, top bloke, super happy for ya!

[@liamroyale9661]

Yes Leon!! We have our champ! Amazing 🇬🇧🇯🇲

[@TM-xr4yv]

A fight is never over until the last bell ...

[@desbuju]

Congratulations Leon we are celebrating your victory cause its ours victory as well from brixton London jah bless champ 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@yacobirie7686]

Genuine attitude. This is a real individual who has the spirit of a CHAMPION!!! Bless up Leon Edwards and family.

[@TheStarsburn]

DESERVED! Super chill normal guy that doesn't give up on himself, inspiration! This shloud be a movie!

[@Nuff.Z]

The man! Hats off to the champ! Well deserved 👏🏾

[@danielradd111]

Congratulations to Edward's,respect from australia

[@mananafg]

I love this man The way he love his mum

[@alperyldrm6385]

What a wholesome, great guy.

[@drumnbassdan]

The main man, deserved title win and i always hoped and expected Leon and his team to do it!

[@bereitwennsieessind9333]

Such a humble person he is ......it's like a miracle he came back like that . 💪🔥👌UK IS ON THE MAP. Congratulations

[@jamaico96]

Never write someone off.

[@stephencalderwood6570]

What a good guy represented the whole uk n were super proud of u mt Wembley here wee come bring it on