Kamaru Usman is convinced: he’s not done with Leon Edwards yet. The Nigerian sent a strong message to the welterweight champion.
Kamaru Usman: A Journey of Loss and a Thirst for Revenge
What if the “Nigerian Nightmare” hasn’t said his last word? The former highly dominant welterweight champion in the UFC, Kamaru Usman, seems convinced of his ability to reclaim his crown. He lost this crown in 2022 due to an improbable head kick KO from Leon Edwards in the last moment. He then failed to regain it during their trilogy against the Englishman.
Since then, Kamaru Usman has had a bitter taste in his mouth, and his recent defeat to Khamzat Chimaev in the under-84 kg category must have made him reflect even more. One thing is certain: Usman is thirsty for revenge. At 37 years old, he may not be young anymore, but according to him, there’s still fuel in the tank.
“I’m Just Taking a Short Break”
This Tuesday, on his Pound 4 Pound show available on YouTube, the Nigerian sent a message to “Rocky” Edwards. “I think Leon is getting comfortable on the throne; he shouldn’t because I haven’t left yet. I’m just taking a short break,” said the former UFC welterweight champion.
The “Nigerian Nightmare,” who is still ranked first in the welterweight division, is eager to reclaim the belt. Leon Edwards will try to defend it next Saturday against Belal Muhammad. The Englishman is competing in his third title defense since being crowned in August 2022. In the main event of UFC 304 this weekend in Manchester, all eyes will be on him, including (especially) those of Kamaru Usman.
Future Prospects: Can Usman Return to the Top?
Do you believe in Kamaru Usman’s return to the top of the welterweight division? Do you see him defeating Leon Edwards in a possible fourth fight? The coming days will be crucial in determining the fate of this fierce rivalry between the champions.
