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After Trashing Retirement Talks at the 2023 ESPYs, LeBron James’ Speech Gets Acknowledgment From Leon Edwards as Jon Jones, Alexander Volkanovski Join UFC Champ at the Awards

Published 07/13/2023, 7:26 AM EDT

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One of the many prominent figures who graced the 2023 ESPY Awards was the UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards. He certainly knew how to live it up, embracing the glitz and glamour of the star-studded affair. However, amidst the extravagant festivities, one particular moment stood out as a highlight of the night. It was when LeBron James took center stage and put an end to retirement rumors by showcasing his unwavering passion for basketball. The 38-year-old legend, undeterred by age, received the highly regarded Best Record-Breaking Performance Award in recognition of his extraordinary season. LeBron’s accomplishments included breaking the NBA’s all-time scoring record, solidifying his status as one of the greatest players in the sport’s history.

During this illustrious ceremony, the 31-year-old UFC star not only acknowledged LeBron James’s remarkable feat but also shared the night with fellow UFC champions, truly making it a night to remember.

Leon Edwards had the time of his life at the 2023 ESPY Awards

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Acknowledging LeBron James’ award win, ‘Rocky’ took to his Instagram story to share the NBA legend’s triumphant winning speech from the 2023 ESPY Awards. But that wasn’t the only exciting aspect of the night for Edwards. Alongside him at the event were two other UFC champions, Jon Jones and Alexander Volkanovski.

In a subsequent Instagram story, the Englishman proudly shared a picture of himself alongside the featherweight and heavyweight champions, symbolizing the presence of UFC greatness throughout the memorable evening.

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Edwards found himself in esteemed company, surrounded by these elite fighters who represented the pinnacle of excellence in the world of mixed martial arts.

However, on the professional front, there seems to be some discontent for Leon Edwards. It is rumored that his next opponent will be none other than Colby Covington. Despite expressing his dissatisfaction, ‘Rocky’ finds himself at odds with the decision. It seems that Dana White has made it abundantly clear that the Edwards vs. Covington matchup is the fight that must happen.

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What are your thoughts on Colby Covington getting a title shot against Leon Edwards? Let us know in the comments below.

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Mayur Soni

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Mayur Soni is a UFC writer at EssentiallySports. His journey as an MMA fan started with Conor McGregor’s historic 13-second knockout of Jose Aldo in 2015, which sparked his love for the sport. Since then, he has closely followed the sport and gained an in-depth understanding of its nuances, which reflects in his insightful and analytical writing.
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Yeswanth Praveen