UFC London Preview: Edwards vs. Brady Heated Showdown & McCann's Redemption Fight

Ahead of UFC London, Leon Edwards vows to knock out Sean Brady while Molly McCann faces Alexia Thainara in a fiery strawweight clash.

Welterweight Main Event: Edwards Eyes Redemption Against Brady
Leon Edwards (171lbs) and Sean Brady (170lbs) exchanged icy stares during the weigh-in, setting the stage for a high-stakes welterweight clash at UFC London. Edwards, the former champion, seeks redemption after losing his title to Belal Muhammad in July.

Key Insights:

  • Edwards criticized Brady as "predictable," confident in his striking advantage.
  • Brady, a late replacement for Jack Della Maddalena, aims to derail Edwards’ comeback.
  • Size disparity could favor Edwards, who emphasized his physicality.

McCann’s Strawweight Grudge Match
Molly McCann kept her composure during a tense face-off with Brazil’s Alexia Thainara, who taunted her with exaggerated cheers. McCann responded with witty banter, hinting at Thainara’s "bad breath." The Liverpudlian fighter looks to rebound from her July loss to Bruna Brasil.

Fight Night Predictions:

  • Edwards vs. Brady: Expect a tactical battle—Edwards’ precision striking vs. Brady’s grappling.
  • McCann vs. Thainara: McCann’s aggression could overwhelm Thainara, who took the fight on short notice.

Edwards’ Mindset Shift
Unlike his tense buildup against Muhammad, Edwards appeared relaxed, joking with media and shrugging off a fire alarm during press events. His focus remains on reclaiming the welterweight throne.

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