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Immediate Rematch Denied
After Leon Edwards suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of Belal Muhammad in the main event of UFC 304, hopes for an immediate trilogy fight have been dashed. UFC President Dana White has confirmed that Edwards will not be getting a rematch right away.
Defeat at UFC 304
The Brummie fighter's reign as the UK's second UFC champion came to an end as he was dominated by Muhammad in a suffocating wrestling match that ended in a unanimous decision loss after five rounds.
White's Response
During the post-fight press conference, Dana White expressed that Edwards needs to rest and mentioned that the promotion is focused on other plans at the moment. When asked about Edwards' performance possibly being affected by the late start time of the event, White stated that he was unsure of the reason for Edwards' lethargy.
Edwards' Reaction
Despite feeling tired from the start of the fight, Edwards acknowledged Muhammad's victory and expressed a desire for another fight later this year. He praised Muhammad for his performance and expressed readiness for a fight in November or December.
On the other hand, an emotional Muhammad dedicated his victory to his family and the people of Palestine, amidst the boos from the audience.
