UFC 278: Leon Edwards knocks out Kamaru Usman with vicious head-kick to clinch title

Leon Edwards scripted history on Saturday night after defeating Kamaru Usman at UFC 278 and winning UFC welterweight championship title. Fighting for UFC welterweight title against defending champion Kamaru Usman, Edwards finished bout with a vicious he-kick and sent Usman to ground. With TKO win, Edwards ended Usman’s streak of defending his title in five straight bouts.
 

Leon Edwards first to take down Kamaru Usman in UFC

Interestingly, Edwards continued his unbeaten run, which he has been enjoying since losing to Usman in ir last encounter. This was 2nd time both fighters faced each or, as y previously clashed in 2015. Edwards also became first man to take down Usman in his UFC career, courtesy of his takedown in first round. This was first takedown against Usman in 16 fights.

Conor McGregor, Francis Ngannou, and Aljamain Sterling react to Leon Edwards' win

It is pertinent to mention that Usman was widely considered best pound-to-pound fighter on UFC roster, and his loss came as a shock to MMA world. Edwards’ stellar win became talk of town for UFC world, as it received reactions from current champions like Francis Ngannou and Aljamain Sterling. Meanwhile, former two-division champion Conor McGregor also reacted to win.

Watch: Leon Edwards stuns Kamaru Usman with miraculous he kick knockout

reigning UFC heavyweight champion Ngannou took to his official Twitter handle and said, “As s as I am, I can’t not be happy for Leon Edwards from where he came from to make it here and what he been through. Congratulations @Leon_edwardsmma !!!”. In mean time, UFC Bantamweight Champion Sterling said, “Usman Seconds of away from retaining belt and an INSANE hekick KO from Leon Edwards! WOW! Jamaica has anor UFC champion! I smell a trilogy!! #UFC278

Conor McGregor took to his social media handle and said, “Just like that baby, what a game! Huge congrats @ParigmSports and Leon Edwards! ANOR CHAMPION!”. 

'He shocked world': UFC fans react to Kamaru Usman's UFC 278 loss

At same time, UFC fans were also mesmerized to see Edwards taking down reigning welterweight champion with vicious he kick. video of he kick quickly went viral on social media and received many interesting reactions from fans. Having said that, here’s a look at best reactions from fans.