Kamaru Usman’s reign as the undisputed UFC Welterweight Champion was ended by Leon Edwards in August 2022 with an epic come-from-behind fifth-round knockout in the main event of UFC 278 last August 2022. This loss not only snapped Usman’s unbeaten run in the UFC, but it was also a revenge victory for Edwards, who absorbed a unanimous decision loss from the Nigerian fighter in December 2015.
Despite this loss, Usman is still notable in BetMGM’s online sportsbook through the UFC odds, as fans expect him to reclaim the title immediately once he gets another opportunity. The ultimate question now is, when will he return to fight again, and who will be his opponent?
When Is Kamaru Usman’s Next Fight?
Kamaru Usman is expected to fight Leon Edwards in a trilogy match for the UFC Welterweight Title. This championship fight is scheduled to headline the pay-per-view event in March 2023, which will be held in London, England. However, in a recent interview, welterweight contender Stephen Thompson revealed that Usman is scheduled for hand surgery and will likely be out until March.
There is no official confirmation from Usman or the UFC about this revelation from Thompson, but the former 170-pound king is expected to miss some action for an extended period.
Kamaru Usman MMA Record and Statistics
- MMA record: 20-2
- Wins by TKO/KO: 9
- Wins by submission: 1
- Wins by decision: 10
- Striking accuracy: 53%
- Significant strikes landed per minute: 4.55
- Significant strikes absorbed: 2.56
- Takedown average per 15 minutes: 3.01
- Submission average per 15 minutes: 0.11
- Significant strikes defense: 57%
- Takedown defense: 97%
- Knockdown average: 0.55
- Average fight time: 17:07