Leon Edwards: The Story of Salt Lake City |

Leon Edwards shocked the world by beating the pound-for-pound best to claim the UFC welterweight title. Join the journey Leon went through during the build up to UFC 278. #LeonEdwards #UFC286 #UFCLondon
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[@tn1tn1tn1]

his corner was screaming "cross head kick now" and him knocking him out after gives me goosebumps

[@scottyk1763]

His brother no less! Chilling.

[@dominiceliakim4617]

​@@scottyk1763 Very Chilling

[@SHJS94]

The best thing ive witness within sporting history

[@Global_Env]

@@SHJS94 seems like it was edited into it, "cross head kick now"

[@ameen7538]

Why didn't Usman hear it

[@HuwEvans.]

One of the greatest moments in UFC history. Left head kick from the gods!

[@ashleyhawkins8232]

Couldnt agree more

[@carstenmatt766]

the greatest moment

[@matthewjohnson163]

*left head kick practiced 100 time in the training room 💪

[@objective_evaluation]

Head kick from the gods for sure…I respect the skill and talent it took to throw the kick but It’s still tough not to call it “lucky”. Watching someone get dominated for nearly 20min and have the awareness to throw that kick is amazing but he has a lot to prove in the trilogy.

[@Dabzilla007]

HE GOT LUCKY

[@christophervengeance8465]

Brings me to tears every time, what a story. Down but never out. LFG Leon. 🇬🇧

[@hunterwolf6898]

@@vibez5434 lol like that matters. Leon took everything from Usman, there's no comeback for him. Took his takedown record, his Anderson Silva record his title and made his daughter cry and took his soul. Ooof The second fight will go just as the first and last round went in this fight. This time without the altidude. Kamaru is finished!! Head shot dead!!!

[@connormarion8070]

Hopefully enough to carry the brits another ten years without a champ lol

[@sharonshinde9640]

I broke when he was speaking to his mom on the phone and showing his belt with tears in his eyes. That got me.

[@Goated2002]

@@vibez5434snoozeman going to sleep again😂

[@ILOVEMMA_]

@@vibez5434 Snoozeman is dead cry about it

[@Analoguebubblebath89]

I would argue this is the greatest moment in UFC history

[@jc9291]

Man it’s moments like these that remind me why I started watching this sport to begin with.

[@andy5570]

To me it is

[@ILOVEMMA_]

It is

[@matrix35]

Its up there. BT sports milking this moment all they can haha lost count how many specials they have done on this!

[@billyin4c514]

I think Namajunas defeat of Joanna is pretty far up there as well.

[@mmaone1598]

man, the words of that coach give me chills everytime...wow

[@Rick-bi9fw]

Such a great coach. Knowing your fighter and what they need to here is a huge mental part. Too many coaches tell their figjyers the same exact bs and lie to them when they're losing.

[@josehernando4904]

Top of the world

[@kiabtoomlauj6249]

Leon was so exhausted, from the ~5000ft Colorado-Utah elevation, he didn't know what's up or down & was just going through the motions; but his brother Fabian and his Muay Thai coach kept screaming for him to do the cross kick, the head kick they've been practicing for YEARS! And he listened to them, did the right-left hand throws, & executed the left kick perfectly.

[@IrishTechnicalThinker]

Edwards corner work is the greatest thing I've ever heard. Still gives me chills.

[@FakeAnarchist]

I can still remember the shock and overwhelming awe and joy I felt when Leon landed that beautiful headkick. I'm sure Salt Lake City has a special place in his heart as well.

[@MyRealDelusion]

ya because he threw a hail mary and got luckier than anybody EVER.

[@DonLopetegui]

@@MyRealDelusion he drilled that exact head kick. That exact set up. He made usman bite on the feint and forced him to duck into that shin. Cope. Cope harder.

[@ILOVEMMA_]

@@MyRealDelusion Snoozeman died and u mad

[@snorkey2462]

@@MyRealDelusionLeon baited usman into the kick. Drilled it in practice the exact way he landed it and has even used the same set up in other fights. Usman took the bait and took a nap. Stop trying to diminish the victory.

[@rhylmart]

@@MyRealDelusion 🤣🤣🤣

[@ricardobjj24]

One of the greatest moments I've ever witnessed and even better now that Leon won the third fight. He's come a long way, look at him now

[@yusifmammadli]

Man I remember watching this live (not in person lol) but it always gives me goosebumps seeing him crying, knowing the fact that he proved everyone wrong (including me). His stock went up really good after that post fight speech. Can’t wait to see the 3rd one! LOOK AT ME NOW!

[@youtubeconnollyfamily]

I remember turning it off after the fourth round and going to bed because I thought it was done for then waking up the next morning and going on KZbin and seeing this everywhere😂 I could not believe it

[@Tjbensinnington]

I want leon to win, and I had that true disappointment feeling going into the fifth. However after what he did in the first, and his slightly having usmans back in the 4th standing up, I still always watch to hang onto hope. I watched the fifth and I definitely thought it was over but I always watch them thru because I appreciate the sport. And when it happened I originally though usman slipped, cuz the way he looked it looked like he way still there, but immediately I realized he did it. I screamed into my pillow in amazement, I did not like usman so I was hype, ( I like usman now after his class and the khamzat fight) then the post fight speech legit brought me to tears, I felt like it was the most real moment and wholesome moment with any fighter, i felt like my best friend just won a title, I felt like I knew leon, now he's my 2nd favorite fighter next to charley olives, I just wish charles spoke English, but charles is still my favorite due to his fight style, this moment changed how I will forever feel for the sport

[@jmac3112]

My Mrs was fuming cos I woke her up screaming "YES!!!" over and when she had to get up for work a couple of hours later haha

[@RVLIEK5]

Trevor Wittman is a F-in treasure man! When Dana wrapped the belt around Leon’s waist, he smiled from ear to ear Love that guy

[@doncoleman3307]

There is no f in treasure my man

[@scorchio70]

Came to the comments to see if anyone else saw that, he just couldn't contain his happiness for Leon, love it.

[@MegaColin10]

​@@doncoleman3307 😂😂😂😂😂

[@jonjorooney5406]

All class from Trev. Love to see it

[@thedonofthsht76-58]

Trevor Whitman face at 19:54 when leon is celebrating is fkn hilarious. He's just smiling like a maniac hahaha

[@elisaulo7649]

Shows his love for the sport

[@ILOVEMMA_]

My favorite moment in UFC history period, it could have never happened to a more deserving person

[@Human927]

100% greatest moment in UFC. And totally to the best guy ever.

[@momotheholy]

18:12 Leon's brother's vision of the fight was on point. INSANE! wow

[@JmusicxK]

I love how BT have rallied behind Leon, top guys

[@CraigFortune]

A brilliantly put-together piece about an epic moment in UFC history.

[@phoenix1473]

I just openly cried watching this!! Beautiful moment.

[@sharonshinde9640]

Brilliant sound editing to one of the most thrilling fights in and out of cage. Leon's team deserves all the credit in the world as they were fighting with him, feeding exactly the right instructions at the right time and fanning the spark in Leon till the epic head kick which sent shock waves throughout the mma world. They showed that a fighter, no matter how talented, they all need a team that believes in him, understands him and is willing to die with him.

[@apexmobiledontdie]

Leon suffering from the altitude and the cornerman is scolding him. Have to admire his mentality

[@123prestolee]

This should be played in every school in the land - a beautiful message of how to succeed, that has nothing to do with division.

[@stephenm5327]

The emotion was real, what a night for Leon, his team, his family and for the fans in the UK, Jamaica and the rest of the world. Rocky by name and Rocky by nature.

[@jordycruz7499]

Kept rewinding the part where he’s FaceTimeing his mom😭 It’s every sons dream to make mom proud and he did it! Congrats Rocky 🙏🏽

[@digglertc800]

That was THE moment of 2022

[@comedychannels]

Without doubt the greatest moment in UFC History and it's unlikely that anything will ever come close to knocking Leon's epic story withs it's story book ending off the top spot.

[@nyasha9939]

Watching Leon win brought me to tears.

[@UthmanG]

No matter how many times I watch that moment, I get goosebumps EVERY time

[@KingRooney89]

One of the most shocking ends to a fight there will ever be. It literally came out of nowhere in a fight Usman had won by decision. Changed Leon’s life forever. Instead of going back to the pack and probably never getting another title shot, he becomes the champ

[@oshioadams8751]

As a Nigerian and deep Usman fan, Leon's corner was freaking amazing. They never for one second doubted him even when he doubted himself. They gave him the strand of hope he used in throwing that kick.

[@FreelancerFinancialsUK]

Truly heroic. We will not say that Leon fights like heroes, but that heroes fight like Leon.

[@andrewcano619]

This comment is truly under rated in terms of hidden truth

[@thenotorious3318]

Enough to make a grown man cry ...gawd damn it Leon Edwards!

[@jaylal4899]

arguably the best head kick I've seen in the ufc. It was soooo clean no need to follow up for the KO

[@tannermcguire7713]

Early stoppage

[@jtenka619]

​@@tannermcguire7713 lmfaoooo

[@pankajmakwana3199]

I just cry everytime when I see Leon Edwards getting emotional. What a man he is 🙏🙏

[@jprince176]

This was the greatest moment in sporting history for me! The Rocky story in real life

[@anasshahid224]

So happy for Leon Edwards, such a humble, respectful guy, what a stunning KO! The journey Leon had to get a title shot + the way he won, legendary 👏👏👏🦵 Leon Edwards and still!!

[@sammatt6678]

Iconic KO moment 👏👏👏

[@jacksonlombardi2959]

i’ve been an mma fan for a long time but this was one of my favorite moments live. seeing it all compiled together gave me chills and i started bawling after hearing him talk to his mom. can’t wait for the trilogy!!

[@spencerandcoltd]

Moments like this are what MMA is all about and the reason we love this sport ❤

This is why this sport is so amazing, great video.

[@chirinemimichirinemimi3870]

so happy for Leon... such a pure guy

[@AbandonedLandscapes]

What a moment in the history of mma a true warrior a true champ 👊

[@Shafferhead]

A legendary moment. Still blows my mind

[@minteherms6784]

Really one of the most iconic moment in UFC History!!! And then his speech and the rocky song when he was sitting on top of the octagon. It's literally was like a movie. Incredible!!!

[@TheMMAniac]

I think Leon’s gonna do it again in the trilogy fight

[@richardjones3792]

Wow...never realised until now that his brother shouted "cross, head kick" seconds before. Amazing. They knew usman was open to that combination. MMA is the best sport in the world. I LOVE IT.

[@JJ-om6nx]

Best post-fight speech ever. Beautiful. Goosebumps every time.

[@louisviaroma8325]

Goosebumps head to toe Still the best moment since years

[@taylorschronic]

This still gives me goosebumps and amps me up whenever I see it. One of the greatest moments in the sport and couldn’t have happened to a more deserving champion. LET’S GO LEON! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 🇯🇲

[@jeffreynapisa122]

The sweetest part 2 the whole fight, is him being able to call his mother and basically dedicating this whole thing to her... She's the one who directed his life to where he's at now, nothing like a mother's love!

[@smoketj4830]

GREATEST MOMENT OF ALL TIME GRESTEST POST FIGHT SPEECH EVER. This will never be topped

[@CharlieSierraTango]

My favourite sporting moment ever and I’m not sure anything will ever top it. Poetic

[@homar8160]

Don’t comment on things don’t really watch UFC but respect to Leon well deserved. What a story. Headshot dead.

[@jimmymc1234]

Arguably greatest moment in any sport . Leon’s journey- his opponent, last minute… losing … then glory . The post fight talk with his mother , his passion . Talent and hard work are needed. Leon wanted it more

[@JoelYoungsey]

Tears of joy still watching it again. "Pound for pound headshot dead!!" Wow it's powerful man.

[@robertocastellanos9140]

What a beautiful video, really helped me appreciate Leon’s journey

[@tristanolson3392]

this was an amazingly well done video man. fr thank u for posting this.

[@LionBsl20]

This is my favorite moment in UFC history.

[@philcliffe6909]

This was a brilliant video. So pleased for him. Pray he can do it again and again.

[@Human927]

brother head kick again. watch it.

[@adz1nho]

Anything is possible in life. Hard work, practice, dedication. Don’t give up champ!

[@Alex-zj9lf]

One of the be best UFC fights/interview I’ve ever seen!!!!!

[@TheWildGiraffe]

Real tears! Blessings to this man

[@bearlc89]

He's a man to look up to ppl. Respect Leon

[@xvyvux]

great video, the backstage stuff and focus on his corner really brought the emotions to the next level!

[@samhoward5297]

Thanks for this, my favourite moment in this incredible sport.

[@SatanDynastyKiller]

Beautiful moment speaking to his mum 😢 well done champ, salute from Glasgow.

[@imanishay]

Still sends shivers down my spine. What a night 💪

[@UFCFan1996]

This makes me cry every time, greatest moment in recent memory of the UFC

[@thehunt8936]

I'll never forget watching that moment live, probably the most shocked I've been from a moment in the UFC

[@akgo2684]

That coach shouting at him deserves it all. What a man 🙏💪

[@krishendo9433]

best part is the way he just kicked him, KO'd him, then REFRAINED from jumping on him and continuing to beat his head in like almost every other fighter in the UFC does. proper composure that.

[@georgecooke4841]

Trevor Whitman is the man, big smile on his face when Leon got that belt wrapped around him

[@92jonnyp]

The camera angle for the thumbnail clip through the crowd might be the coldest of all time

[@ramonfrausto8648]

Absolutely incredible. Inspiring. Everything

[@4truthonearth]

thats literaly the best moment in ufc history, i still get goosebumps when i see thie corner saying to him stop feeling sorry and then he pull out the fire headkick what a story

[@pauliewallnuttz]

One of the most amazing moments I’ve witnessed as an MMA fan. I didn’t even want to watch the fight anymore I was rooting for Rocky but felt like he had given up n gassed out but he pulled that kick from the depths of hell.

[@Scrumdumn]

This is why leon edwards is the most aesthetic man in the universe

[@Human927]

"Look at me now, look at me now"!!!!! Faaaaaaaking mind blowing. Love this guy!!!!

[@markparker2761]

Makes me emotional every time. What a moment.

[@willavery5124]

19:50 Trevor Wittman smiling while Leon’s celebrating 😂😂

[@kse8348]

The first 50 seconds and of this video gave me chills🥶🥶🥶

[@ExtremeStuntMan100]

Easily the greatest speech and headkick knockout in UFC history. Nothing comes close to that raw emotion.

[@2outof10vid]

Still so great!!! Love this man and his story!!

[@jimmywalsh7242]

The greatest come from behind win in UFC history.

[@Taylor-cu2dh]

Leon making the UK proud

[@nobotshere8364]

Man BT nail these productions.. Goosebump stuff.

[@coachmarchetti-marchettiat9057]

This might be the best story and well done documentary of all time. One of the greatest spectacular moments in fight history 👊🤘

[@TeeSlice]

Obviously I dont know Leon from a bar of soap. But when he did that kick i felt like a proud father watching his son stand up to the bully he could never beat , i jumped 6 feet off the couch, what a finish and Cinderella story ending to get the strap in that way off the pound 4 pound best welterweight. And that speech ffs , " Head shot Dead " still gives me goosebumps.

[@AsHDro1d]

It's so beautiful, this story will never get old.

[@KingDomsKingdom85]

Was fist pumping the air yet again watching that knockout again. It hurts so much that I couldn't afford to be able to be there next weekend... I can't afford 800 quid for it sadly.

[@Demetriov1990]

My mate has fight club to get early access tickets and it was still sold out

[@r.Lbyyyyy]

I managed to get good seats for £400 - still v expensive but luck also a factor unfortunately

[@Riff530]

One of the best moment of sport, and probably the best moment in UFC history. I watch this moment once a month, at least.

[@eon001]

Wow this actually got me quite emotional. 🥺

[@healthymindhealthybody9324]

Quality Filming. Definitely got the tears going for me 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@jaredbrown2461]

My favorite moment as a UFC fan for over 10 years. That head kick was sent from heaven✅

[@kuey_v]

Got chills watching this going back to the moments. 🙏👌

[@mickyiron308]

I love this dude his humble !!

[@anthonyscott4498]

Gives me chills eveytime I watch it 😱The greatest moment in UFC history , Good luck god bless all ☘️🙏🥊🌅

[@_GMT_]

Am biggest usman fan but leons story is just relatable and am so happy for him and excited to see the rematch in few weeks to come

[@matthillard9363]

Best moment in ufc history for me and I'm so old I watched the first one

[@vsar223]

jesus that kick still brings me to tears

[@erikjohnson5052]

"LOOK AT ME NOW!!!" Chills. Everytime.

[@andreww8941]

Unbelievable!!!!! Great little doc on Leon and what happened. Good luck in the rematch champ.

[@jaxtaylor574]

U can tell his mum means everything to him, what a guy, im a fan 4 life Leon 💯