Kamaru Usman faced a devastating knockout against Leon Edwards in the final round of his title bout at UFC 278. 

The former welterweight champ was leading the dance and dominated the challenger for 24 minutes. With one minute remaining on the clock, the Brit landed a perfectly placed head-kick to the champ, putting him to sleep. 

Usman’s family was also present in the arena as they witnessed their loved one suffering a gruesome loss. His daughter, Samirah, was immediately taken from the venue as her father was treated. 

Fighter’s Reaction to the Knock-Out

In viral footage of fans reacting to the knockout, she can be seen being consoled in the first row. The footage also includes fighters like Brandon Moreno, Justin Gaethje, Henry Cejudo, and Gilbert Burns.

Reacting to the incident, former UFC featherweight and lightweight champion, Conor McGregor, shared his thoughts. He took Twitter and wrote, “I feel this deep. I do not suggest bringing family whatsoever, especially the children. This is different fighting. I’ve done both sides of this and feel going to the mission solo is best. You can see family again post-battle. Will be continuing this way going forward.”

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For his trilogy fight with Dustin Poirier, McGregor did not bring his children along with him. 

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Possible Trilogy Between Usman And Edwards

UFC 278 marked the second fight between Usman and Edwards. The first fight between the pair took place in 2015. In the three-round fight, the Nigerian displayed a dominant performance and scored a unanimous decision win.

With Leon winning the second fight, they are 1-1, and a rematch is sure to take place in the future. Dana White, in being asked about the trilogy, showed no doubt that it would take place on the Brit’s home soil. He even teased the media by stating that the possible venue for the fight is going to be, Wembley. 

Whatever the case may be, fans cannot wait for this fight to take place. The score needs to be settled and it will be. 

Will Kamaru Usman regain his title against Edwards in their trilogy? Let us know down below. 

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