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Leon Edwards vs. Jack Della Maddalena Set to Headline UFC London in March

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Leon Edwards vs. Jack Della Maddalena Set to Headline UFC London in March

Former UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards is poised to make his highly anticipated return to action on home soil as he faces rising contender Jack Della Maddalena in the main event of UFC London. The event is scheduled for March 22 at the O2 Arena.


The matchup was confirmed by multiple sources and initially reported by Australian YouTuber Benny P MMA. This five-round main event marks Edwards' first fight since losing his welterweight title to Belal Muhammad in July, a defeat that brought an end to his remarkable 13-fight unbeaten streak. During that run, Edwards secured two successful title defenses against Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington, cementing his legacy as a top-tier welterweight.


For Della Maddalena, this bout represents the next significant step in his burgeoning UFC career. The 28-year-old Australian last competed at UFC 299, where he delivered a stunning third-round knockout comeback victory over Gilbert Burns. However, Della Maddalena suffered a broken arm during that fight, which has kept him sidelined until now. With his injury behind him, the Contender Series graduate brings a perfect 7-0 UFC record into the showdown against Edwards.


The stakes are high for both fighters, as a victory could propel the winner into the upper echelon of the welterweight division and back into title contention. Edwards will be eager to reclaim his position among the elite, while Della Maddalena looks to continue his ascent as one of the most exciting prospects in the sport.


The UFC London card promises to be a spectacle for fight fans, with the full lineup and bout order yet to be revealed. With Edwards and Della Maddalena headlining, the event is shaping up to be a must-watch night of action at the iconic O2 Arena.


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