

Losing a fight in MMA is gut-wrenching, moreover, if it’s a title bout, then the devastation amplifies. Over the years, we have seen fighters not take a loss very well, although, in Kamaru Usman’s case, it’s different. The former welterweight champ looks to be handling his recent title loss quite well.
Damn I love this sport!!! Things happen but… Alhamdulillah we move!! 👊🏿🌍🤴🏿 congratulations @Leon_edwardsmma
— KAMARU USMAN (@USMAN84kg) August 21, 2022
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The Nigerian Nightmare, right after the fight, congratulated his opponent Leon Edwards for winning the belt and promised his fans to make a comeback.
Kamaru Usman Responding to Trolls on Social Media
After Usman lost the belt to Leon Edwards in one of the most dramatic fashions, the trollers took to social media to post memes. Usman seems to be enjoying these posts and is quick to drop a comment on them.
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In one of the more famous posts on Instagram, there’s a compilation of Usman eating the head-kick and how he should have defended it.
Usman commented on the post, reacting with several laughing emojis. The fans took this gesture of The Nigerian Nightmare in a very positive light and showered his comments with likes and replies.

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SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – JULY 20: Leon Edwards of Jamaica reacts after defeating Rafael Dos Anjos of Brazil by unanimous decision in their welterweight bout during the UFC Fight Night event at AT&T Center on July 20, 2019 in San Antonio, Texas. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)
Leon Edwards’ title victory over Usman will go down in the history books as one of the greatest comebacks wins ever. The fighter was losing the fight soundly before delivering the knockout blow.
Leon Edwards vs Who?
Kamaru Usman has indicated that he wants the rematch with Leon Edwards. UFC President, Dana White has also shown interest in booking the rematch. White has also teased the media by saying that the venue for the trilogy may be Wembley stadium.
Leon Edwards has also been called out by two-time title contender, Jorge Masvidal. However, fans think it’s highly unlikely that these two would meet inside the cage since ‘Gamebred’ is on a three-fight losing streak.
I will be the ww champ of the ufc soon
— Jorge Masvidal UFC (@GamebredFighter) August 22, 2022
Although, both share a brief history. Popularised as a three-piece and a soda, Masvidal punched Leon Edwards backstage in London after a UFC event. Masvidal was giving his post-fight interview after knocking out Darren Till when this incident took place.
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Another, big matchup in welterweight sees, Nate Diaz vs Khamzat Chimaev headline UFC 279. If either of the two scores a comprehensive victory, then can also contest their shot at the belt.
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Fans would be intrigued to see how the welterweight division plays out in the upcoming months
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