Leon Edwards was fighting to keep his career at the top level alive on Saturday night.
The former welterweight champion headed into UFC 322 on a two-fight losing streak.
‘Rocky’ lost his 170lb in a depressingly dominant decision defeat to Belal Muhammad in July 2024.
Sean Brady mauled him on the floor before scoring a submission win in the fourth round of their fight in March.
Things went from bad to worse when Carlos Prates knocked Leon Edwards out cold at Madison Square Garden.
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Leon Edwards was put to sleep by Carlos Prates
Leon Edwards showed his championship-level quality as he won the first round at UFC 322.
‘Rocky’ mixed striking with impressive grappling attacks to move into an early lead against Carlos Prates.