UFC

2023 - 3 - 19

UFC 286 UFC 286

Post cover
Image courtesy of "UFC"

Official Scorecards | UFC 286: Edwards vs Usman 3 (UFC)

See How The Judges Scored Every Round Of UFC 286: Edwards vs Usman 3, Live From The O2 Arena In London.

[Results, Highlights & More ](https://www.ufc.com/news/results-ufc-286-edwards-vs-usman-3-results-highlights-winner-interview-o2-arena) [Leon Edwards](https://www.ufc.com/athlete/leon-edwards) defeats Kamaru Usman by majority decision (48-46, 48-46, 47-47) [Justin Gaethje](https://www.ufc.com/athlete/justin-gaethje) defeats Rafael Fiziev by majority decision (29-28, 29-28,. [Jack Shore](https://www.ufc.com/athlete/jack-shore) defeats Makwan Amirkhani by submission (rear-naked choke) at 4:27 of Round 2 [Muhammad Mokaev](https://www.ufc.com/athlete/liana-dzhodzhua-0) defeats Jafel Filho by submission at 4:32 of Round 3 [Christian Leroy Duncan](https://www.ufc.com/athlete/christian-leroy-duncan) defeats Dusko Todorovic by TKO (injury) at 1:52 of Round 1 [Results, Highlights & More ](https://www.ufc.com/news/results-ufc-286-edwards-vs-usman-3-results-highlights-winner-interview-o2-arena) [UFC 286: Edwards vs Usman 3](/event/ufc-286) took place live from the O2 Arena in London in March 18, 2023. See the [Final Results](https://www.ufc.com/news/results-ufc-286-edwards-vs-usman-3-results-highlights-winner-interview-o2-arena), [Official Scorecards](https://www.ufc.com/news/official-judges-scorecards-ufc-286-edwards-vs-usman-3) and [Who Won Bonuses](https://www.ufc.com/news/ufc-bonus-coverage-2023-performance-fight-of-the-night) - and relive the action on [ UFC Fight Pass](https://www.ufcfightpass.com/)! [Jennifer Maia](https://www.ufc.com/athlete/jennifer-maia) defeats Casey O’Neill by unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28) [Marvin Vettori](https://www.ufc.com/athlete/marvin-vettori) defeats Roman Dolidze by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 30-27) [Lerone Murphy](https://www.ufc.com/athlete/lerone-murphy) defeats Gabriel Santos by split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28) [Veronica Hardy](https://www.ufc.com/athlete/veronica-macedo) defeats Juliana Miller by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

Post cover
Image courtesy of "CBSSports.com"

UFC 286 predictions, best bets, odds: Rafael Fiziev, Gunnar Nelson ... (CBSSports.com)

On Saturday night, Kamaru Usman looks to once again become UFC welterweight champion when he clashes with Leon Edwards in the main event of UFC 286.

He is able to deal with pressure and land pinpoint counters in the storm, and he works to the body very well. Both men fully know that Edwards has the power to end the fight now and Usman should understand that trying to play out the final stage of the fight safely was the wrong approach. Both men are going to be out to prove a point in this trilogy fight and both have fight-ending power. Those two things line up for a fight where the logic would indicate the fight to go the distance. Nelson is a beast on the ground, with 12 submissions in 18 career victories. Once the fight hits the ground, it's only a matter of time before Nelson locks something up and finishes the fight. The perennial lightweight contender is back as he looks to turn away the next rising contender in the division in the form of Rafael Fiziev. On Saturday night, Kamaru Usman looks to once again become UFC welterweight champion when he clashes with Leon Edwards in the main event of UFC 286. This is the rare fight where I'd advocate a move that goes against what the numbers suggest for the potential of a big reward. In a three-round fight, that's a solid recipe for a Vettori decision victory. 2023's strong start continued at UFC 285 with our picks going 4-1, improving our overall record to 11-4 across the UFC's first three pay-per-view events. A bet on Edwards would return +200 value if you believe the hometown hero can repeat the feat.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Yahoo Sports"

UFC 286 play-by-play and live results (1 p.m. ET) (Yahoo Sports)

Get live play-by-play and official results from Leon Edwards vs. Kamaru Usman 3 at UFC 286 in London.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "MARCA.com"

Jake Paul is banned from Edwards vs Usman UFC fight: Is Dana ... (MARCA.com)

There is a great anticipation ahead of UFC 286, in which Leon Edwards vs Kamaru Usman will be the headline fight. But, Jake Paul isn't so excited and won't ...

But, [Jake Paul](https://www.marca.com/en/boxing/jake-paul.html) isn't so excited and won't be attending the event in London. "Dana, why don't you lay off all that cocaine," was one of the lines in the song, which had a chorus of "f**k Dana, f**k Dana White". All the while, Jake Paul has been taking digs on social media at the UFC president and even released a diss track, in which he accused White of cocaine use. [UFC 286, in which Leon Edwards vs Kamaru Usman will be the headline fight](https://www.marca.com/en/ufc/2023/03/18/64157b6122601d337a8b4571.html). [Edwards vs Usman 3: What time is the main event for UFC 286?](https://www.marca.com/en/ufc/2023/03/18/64157b6122601d337a8b4571.html) [Kamaru Usman seeks revenge against Leon Edwards at UFC 286](https://www.marca.com/en/ufc/2023/03/16/64132efe22601dce288b458a.html)

Post cover
Image courtesy of "The Independent"

UFC 286: How to watch Edwards vs Usman online and on TV tonight (The Independent)

UFC 286: How to watch Edwards vs Usman online and on TV tonight · All you need to know as the UFC returns to London's O2 Arena, where Leon Edwards makes his ...

The main card is then scheduled to start at 9pm (1pm PT, 3pm CT, 4pm ET). Juliana Miller via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) Roman Dolidze via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 30-27) [Edwards knocked out Usman in dramatic fashion](/sport/ufc/leon-edwards-kamaru-usman-knockout-ufc-278-b2149396.html) in August to become the nation’s second ever UFC champion. Rafael Fiziev via majority decision (29-28, 29-28, 28-28) [Now Edwards makes his first defence of the title](/sport/ufc/leon-edwards-kamaru-usman-ufc-286-interview-b2298240.html), taking on Usman – who outpointed him in 2015 – for a third time.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "DAZN News US"

Leon Edwards vs. Kamaru Usman: Live updates, results, highlights ... (DAZN News US)

Kamaru Usman looks to regain the UFC welterweight title when he faces Leon Edwards at the O2 Arena in London tonight. Usman lost the title when the men last ...

Usman lost the title when the men last met in August 2022, which saw Edwards land a head kick in the fifth round to score a knockout victory. It was Usman's first loss in the UFC and only the second of his illustrious career, with the previous defeat coming way back in 2013. Edwards has not tasted defeat since that 2015 fight, and although his title-winning bout with Usman was not as straightforward a victory as he would've wanted, the 31-year-old Brit can go into tonight's contest confident in the knowledge that he has previously prevailed against his Nigerian opponent.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "UFC"

Results | UFC 286: Edwards vs Usman 3 (UFC)

See The Fight Results As They Happen, Watch Post-Fight Interviews With The Winners And More From The O2 Arena In London.

[Official Scorecards](https://www.ufc.com/news/official-judges-scorecards-ufc-286-edwards-vs-usman-3) [UFC 286: Edwards vs Usman 3](/event/ufc-286) took place live from the O2 Arena in London in March 18, 2023. [Edwards](/athlete/leon-edwards) chopping with loads of kicks, [Usman](/athlete/kamaru-usman) pressuring constantly, working behind his hands, and neither really grabbing a clear advantage. Early in the final round, Fiziev blasted Gaethje with a clean right hand that would send everyone else in the division to the Shadow Realm, but “The Highlight” somehow remained upright, responded, and then rallied, putting it on the emerging contender in the second half of the round. Maia has now earned consecutive victories over younger fighters looking to climb beyond her in the rankings, cementing her position as a Top 10 fixture in the process. The Brazilian came out moving well and landing at a greater clip, stinging O’Neill with clean right hands as she came forward before using her movement to keep her range and force O’Neill to follow. After spending the whole of his UFC career at bantamweight prior to Saturday night, Shore looked sharp in his first appearance at featherweight. In the second and third, “The Italian Dream” banked on his output and movement, remaining technical while Dolidze looked to score with high-impact blows at a much lower clip. After winning his first two UFC appearances, Morales has now suffered three straight losses, falling to 11-4 with Saturday’s setback. The judges were called upon again to determine the victor, and two of the three judges felt that Murphy had done more. The British Contender Series graduate stung Gordon with a body shot right out of the chute and continued to go back to that well in the clinch. Her left hand was sharp over the final two rounds and caused Wood trouble, but the former Ultimate Fighter contestant was able to respond in kind and crank up the impact of her offence down the stretch. Her pace remained quick throughout, and she landed her best shot of the fight late in the contest, blasting Miller with a high kick with just over a minute remaining in the contest.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "CNN"

How to watch tonight's UFC Edwards vs Usman match (CNN)

Tonight, UFC fighters Leon Edwards and Kamaru Usman will face off in London for the third time in a much-anticipated bout.

The early prelims will be available to watch on UFC Fight Pass, which charges a $9.99 monthly subscription fee. Usman won a 2015 match against Edwards in his official debut as a UFC athlete, but lost to Edwards during a 2022 rematch. But there are other exciting matches on the main card, including Rafael Fiziev vs.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "CBSSports.com"

UFC 286 start time -- Leon Edwards vs. Kamaru Usman: Live stream ... (CBSSports.com)

The fight game produces profound changes in the blink of an eye. In August, Usman was 56 seconds away from tying the all-time UFC win streak record and sweeping ...

Their collision is likely to produce not only another fantastic fight but also a shortlisted contender in the lightweight division. Can't get enough boxing and MMA? Edwards, clearly down on the scorecards, uncorked a brilliant head kick that laid out Usman for good. Edwards brought a rare UFC championship home to England and must defend it against his greatest rival in their trilogy fight. Leon Edwards and his thousands of hometown supporters welcome Kamaru Usman to their colosseum on Saturday night. Improbably, Edwards lulled Usman into a trap that changed the landscape of the welterweight division.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Mirror.co.uk"

UFC 286 Leon Edwards vs Kamaru Usman LIVE: Start time, card ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Welterweight champion Edwards defends his belt title against former champion Usman in the main event of UFC 286 tonight at THe O2 arena in London whilst ...

Maia is a game contender and is matching the output of O'Neill on the feet. Dolidze is just a tad sharper on the feet as Vettori is playing catch-up. Right at the end of a big round for Gaethje, he lands a big takedown. And a good kick to the body from the Brit. Maia is controlling the pace of this fight and O'Neill could very well be two rounds down. Gaethje started to up his output halfway through the round as he was landing some good overhand rights. The round ends on its feet and we appear to have a wide open fight now. Gaethje then lands a big one coming out of the clinch. Usman attempts to get Edwards down and the hometown fighter grabs the cage. The co-main event is set to have fans on the edge of their seats as highlight-reel fighters Gaethje and Fiziev meet in a lightweight clash. Another very tight round and this could be going any way into the fifth. Now just the second British champion in UFC history, Edwards will be cheered on by the London crowd tonight whilst he attempts to prove his knockout win was no fluke.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Yahoo Sports"

UFC 286: Edwards vs. Usman 3 live-streaming watch-along with ... (Yahoo Sports)

Join MMA Junkie Radio's "Gorgeous" George and "Goze" for a live-streamed watch-along of UFC 286 in London.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "ESPN"

UFC great Anderson Silva to be inducted into Hall of Fame (ESPN)

Former longtime middleweight champion Anderson Silva will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame this summer, the promotion announced on Saturday.

[Jake Paul](https://www.espn.com/mma/fighter/_/id/5123196/jake-paul) defeated Silva in a boxing match, Silva's most recent fight, last October. His nine UFC title finishes are the most in promotion history, and he's tied for the most KO/TKOs in UFC middleweight history. "Anderson's 16-fight winning streak in the UFC, 10 successful title defenses and almost seven years as middleweight champion were one of the most remarkable things we've ever seen in professional sports. [Anderson Silva](https://www.espn.com/mma/fighter/_/id/3154729/anderson-silva), the former longtime UFC middleweight champion, will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame this summer, the promotion announced Saturday during the UFC 286 broadcast. Silva will go into the Hall as part of the pioneer wing. Few dominated the sport like Silva did.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "CBSSports.com"

Legendary former middleweight champion Anderson Silva named to ... (CBSSports.com)

"The Spider" will be inducted into the pioneer wing and will join previously announced contemporaries Jose Aldo and Jens Pulver at the 2023 UFC Hall of Fame ...

He was an absolute artist inside the Octagon, and it will be an honor to induct him into the UFC Hall of Fame this summer." Silva (34-11, 1 NC) made a sensational UFC debut in 2006 when he knocked out Chris Leben in just 49 seconds. Former middleweight champion Anderson Silva, on the short list of those in contention for greatest of all-time in MMA history, had his name announced during the broadcast of Saturday's UFC 286 pay-per-view card in London.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Bleacher Report"

UFC Legend Anderson Silva to Be Inducted into 2023 Hall of Fame ... (Bleacher Report)

Undoubtedly one of the greatest MMA fighters of all time, Anderson Silva will receive an honor worthy of his legendary resume this summer.

Cementing a legacy as one of the best to ever do it! After losing his middleweight title to Chris Weidman in 2013, Silva would go on to win just one more fight before his retirement seven years later. He will be officially inducted into the pioneer wing during International Fight Week in July.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Yahoo Sports"

MMA legend Anderson Silva finally gets UFC Hall of Fame call (Yahoo Sports)

The only thing that could be said Saturday about the news that Anderson Silva was elected to the UFC Hall of Fame in its pioneer wing is this: What took so ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "ESPN"

UFC 286 - Leon Edwards vs. Kamaru Usman - live results and ... (ESPN)

The welterweight title is up for grabs in London at UFC 286. Follow live.

Usman, 35, beat [Tyron Woodley](https://www.espn.com/mma/fighter/_/id/2501926/tyron-woodley) by unanimous decision to win the championship at UFC 235 in March 2019. Edwards, 31, is the first Jamaican-born champion in UFC history and owns wins over Edwards (20-3, 1 NC) is unbeaten in 11 straight fights. It was a stunning comeback, the best knockout of 2022, and it won Edwards the UFC welterweight title. Less than 60 seconds from a sure defeat, Edwards pulled a Hail Mary, finishing the dominant champion at UFC 278. He was the undisputed best pound-for-pound fighter on the planet and about one minute away from another accolade that would vault him into a discussion about the greatest fighters of all time.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Sporting News AU"

Colby Covington vs Conor McGregor: Is 'biggest ever UFC event' up ... (Sporting News AU)

Colby Covington arrived as backup for Leon Edwards vs Kamaru Usman at UFC 286 and said he could fight Conor McGregor.

"He talks all this s***, he talks about me in the media," he raged. "The food sucks," he suggested. I've proved to the UFC my worth and my value." "The weather sucks. "These other two idiots, they walk down the street and not one in 10 people are going to recognise them. "In America, we like to quote the great poet [rapper] Lil Wayne. The guy couldn't hold my f****** jockstrap." If they want to sit down and they think that's the biggest and best fight they can do, let's do it." I'm glad to boost the ratings and bring some electricity to this O2 Arena." "Did you hear me cry, did you hear me make excuses?" The confirmation call came at "about 10 p.m." "If Dana White comes and taps on my shoulder, I'm stepping in that cage tonight and I will bring that belt back to America, where it belongs.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "ESPN Australia"

Leon Edwards bests Kamaru Usman again to retain UFC crown (ESPN Australia)

Leon Edwards had a resounding answer for critics of his Hail Mary victory last time out, beating Kamaru Usman by majority decision to retain his ...

Edwards, who was born in Jamaica and now fights out of Birmingham, England, really changed the complexity of the fight with his anti-wrestling. "I knew it was a close fight," Usman said. According to UFC Stats, Edwards outlanded Usman 123-113 in total strikes and defended 11 of his 15 takedown attempts. Edwards was clearly losing to Usman (20-3) at UFC 278 when he landed a stunning head kick that knocked the then-champion and No. It was a much different fight and different Edwards from eight months ago. Two judges scored the five-round title bout 48-46 in favor of Edwards while a third scored it a 47-47 draw.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Sportsnet.ca"

UFC 286: Leon Edwards beats Kamaru Usman in front of home ... (Sportsnet.ca)

Leon Edwards scored the majority decision victory over Kamaru Usman to successfully defend the UFC welterweight title at UFC 286.

With the win, Edwards is 2-1 in his three bouts against Usman although this one was not as dramatic as their last fight at UFC 278. Edwards earned a big boost fighting in front of his hometown crowd at the O2 arena in London as he landed clear strikes and did his best to counter Usman's strong showing. When Edwards was announced the winner of the fight, it sent the crowd into a frenzy.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Sporting News"

Colby Covington vs Conor McGregor: Is 'biggest ever UFC event' up ... (Sporting News)

Colby Covington arrived as backup for Leon Edwards vs Kamaru Usman at UFC 286 and said he could fight Conor McGregor.

"He talks all this s***, he talks about me in the media," he raged. "The food sucks," he suggested. I've proved to the UFC my worth and my value." "The weather sucks. "These other two idiots, they walk down the street and not one in 10 people are going to recognise them. "In America, we like to quote the great poet [rapper] Lil Wayne. The guy couldn't hold my f****** jockstrap." If they want to sit down and they think that's the biggest and best fight they can do, let's do it." I'm glad to boost the ratings and bring some electricity to this O2 Arena." "Did you hear me cry, did you hear me make excuses?" The confirmation call came at "about 10 p.m." "If Dana White comes and taps on my shoulder, I'm stepping in that cage tonight and I will bring that belt back to America, where it belongs.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "ESPN"

Leon Edwards bests Kamaru Usman again to retain UFC crown (ESPN)

Leon Edwards had a resounding answer for critics of his Hail Mary victory last time out, beating Kamaru Usman by majority decision to retain his ...

Edwards, who was born in Jamaica and now fights out of Birmingham, England, really changed the complexity of the fight with his anti-wrestling. "I knew it was a close fight," Usman said. According to UFC Stats, Edwards outlanded Usman 123-113 in total strikes and defended 11 of his 15 takedown attempts. Edwards was clearly losing to Usman (20-3) at UFC 278 when he landed a stunning head kick that knocked the then-champion and No. It was a much different fight and different Edwards from eight months ago. Two judges scored the five-round title bout 48-46 in favor of Edwards while a third scored it a 47-47 draw.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Fox Sports"

UFC LIVE: Former champ out to avenge shock KO as Aussie makes ... (Fox Sports)

Kamaru Usman is ready to avenge his shock knockout defeat to Leon Edwards at UFC 278 as the pair meet again for the welterweight championship at UFC 286 on ...

Edwards and Usman will likely make their octagon walks around 10am, dependant on how long the earlier fights last. [ORDER HERE!](https://www.mainevent.com.au/ufc/ufc-286-edwards-v-usman-3-5995-2215?utm_source=fsa-editorial&utm_medium=acqlink&utm_campaign=UFC+286%3A+Edwards+v+Usman+3&utm_id=UFC+286%3A+Edwards+v+Usman+3) [Click here!](https://go.arena.im/live/fox-sports-australia/9dLtSgA?v=2) You can [ORDER NOW](https://www.mainevent.com.au/ufc/ufc-286-edwards-v-usman-3-5995-2215?utm_source=fsa-editorial&utm_medium=acqlink&utm_campaign=UFC+286%3A+Edwards+v+Usman+3&utm_id=UFC+286%3A+Edwards+v+Usman+3) > [Edwards and Usman feud; big retirement call made](https://www.foxsports.com.au/ufc/ufc-286-kamaru-usman-vs-leon-edwards-news-press-conference-preview-how-to-watch-start-time/news-story/6a4b7ad5cddef3d6d7fab20c8b103d7f)

Explore the last week