Leon Edwards already has plans for his first fight of 2025.

During Saturday’s Matchroom Boxing event at BP Pulse Arena in Edwards’ stomping grounds of Birmingham, England, Edwards was briefly interviewed on the broadcast and he revealed that he is set to headline UFC London on March 22.

“I’m back in March,” Edwards told DAZN. “March in London, at the O2. I’m headlining the O2, so I’m looking forward to it, to get my belt back and bring it back to Birmingham.”

It’s unclear if anything is set in stone for Edwards or if the former UFC welterweight champion is simply stating his intention to be one-half of the UFC London main event. Edwards most recently competed this past July at UFC 304 in Manchester, England, where he lost his title to Belal Muhammad via unanimous decision.

Prior to that loss, “Rocky” was on a 13-fight unbeaten streak that stretched back to May 2016, including two title fight wins against Kamaru Usman. He also successfully defended his title against Colby Covington in December 2023.

Given that Edwards was ringside to check out some boxing, it’s unsurprising he was asked if he’d attempt a crossover into the squared circle someday. According to Edwards, he’s already spoken to Matchroom Boxing chairman Eddie Hearn about the possibility.

“A hundred percent, I said it to Eddie earlier, ‘Get me a fight,’” Edwards said. “Watching these fights, watching how hard the guys work, I’d love to one day cross over, test out my boxing skills. Hopefully.”

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TOP STORIES

Star. Dakota Ditcheva delivered with the biggest win of her career against Taila Santos at the 2024 PFL World Championships.

Correct. Robert Whittaker thinks Khamzat Chimaev is the next man up for Dricus du Plessis.

Soon. Umar Nurmagomedov is recovering from an arm fracture and is ready to take on anyone at bantamweight.

Step Up. Francis Ngannou and PFL want that Jon Jones fight and they’re putting the ball in UFC’s court.

True. Dan Hardy thinks the race for heavyweight king is a two-man and Jones ain’t one of them.

Back... Jamahal Hill didn’t take kindly to Jiri Prochazka criticizing his fight with Alex Pereira.

...and forth. Alex Pereira tells Jamahal Hill to chill.

Ouch. Do NOT watch this horrific arm injury.

Patience. Kayla Harrison is waiting for the right time to campaign for an Amanda Nunes fight.

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VIDEO STEW

PFL post-fight show.

ICYMI.

Insane.

Educate yourself.

Do it, Shohei!

Jon Jones only fears one man.

Get to know Jackie Bunton.

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SOCIAL MEDIA BOUILLABAISSE

Polish Power tease.

A name you can trust.

Dapper.

Normal thoughts.

Normal training.

Cold.

“Call an ambulance! But not for me!”

More tournaments or is is superfight time for Dakota Ditcheva?

The glow-up.

Magnifique.

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FIGHT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Vadim Nemkov (17-2, 1 NC) vs. Ante Delija (24-6); PFL Champions Series Dubai, Jan. 25

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FINAL THOUGHTS

December is upon us!

Just two UFC shows left, including the final pay-per-view of 2024, UFC 310 this Saturday.

Were you naughty or nice, this year? Did you get everything you wished for in combat sports or were you left wanting more? Still plenty of time to close out the year strong, so get to it!

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EXIT POLL

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