Leon Edwards
Leon Edwards is a British mixed martial artist competing in the welterweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Born on August 25, 1991, in Birmingham, England, he has established himself as one of the top fighters in his weight class, known for his striking skills and well-rounded game. Edwards gained significant recognition after capturing the UFC Welterweight Championship in July 2024 by defeating Belal Muhammad. He is also known for his rivalry with Kamaru Usman, having faced him multiple times in pursuit of the title. Edwards has a strong background in karate and has trained extensively in various martial arts, making him a versatile and dangerous opponent in the octagon.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Croatia | 2 | 6.50 | 0.06% | +10% | 4,105,267 | 2,926 | $68,000 | 48$ |
| Canada | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 16,090 | $1,700,000 | 720$ |
| Kazakhstan | 1 | 4.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 18,776,707 | 10,638 | $180,000 | 102$ |
| Totals | 4 | 60,887,212 | 29,654 | $1,948,000 | 870$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Croatia:
Leon Edwards is a well-known fighter, and his brother is Fabian Edwards.
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Croatia:
Belal Muhammad recently fought against Leon Edwards, who is considered the best striker in the UFC.
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Canada:
Edwards was originally slated to face Jack Della Maddalena before the matchup changed.
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Kazakhstan:
Leon Edwards was defeated by Belal Muhammad in July 2024.
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