UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Brady Full Fight Card, Date & Details
UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Brady
England
Main Card • Final
United States
R4, 1:39
Performance of the Night
New Zealand
R3, 5:00
Poland
R3, 5:00
Performance of the Night
Iceland
Brazil
R1, 4:32
Performance of the Night
Scotland
R2, 3:42
R3, 5:00
France
Prelims • Final
R3, 5:00
R3, 5:00
R3, 5:00
R3, 5:00
Russia
Ireland
R2, 3:22
Performance of the Night
India
R3, 5:00
R3, 5:00
Georgia
Official Event Results
$50k Bonus
$50k Bonus
Official Post-Fight Bonus Awards
$50,000 Post-Fight Bonus Recipients
Fight of the Night: No bonus awarded.
Performance of the Night ($50,000 each): Sean Brady, Kevin Holland, Alexia Thainara, and Shauna Bannon were each awarded $50,000 Performance of the Night bonuses for their standout performances in London.
Reported Payouts & Disclosed Purses
Fighter Purses & Total Payout Estimates
| Fighter | Result | Base Purse | Win / Finish Bonus | Performance Bonus | Estimated Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIN | $125,000 | $125,000 | $50,000 | $300,000 | |
| LOSS | $400,000 | — | — | $400,000 | |
| WIN | $85,000 | $85,000 | — | $170,000 | |
| LOSS | $250,000 | — | — | $250,000 | |
| WIN | $175,000 | $175,000 | $50,000 | $400,000 | |
| LOSS | $75,000 | — | — | $75,000 | |
| WIN | $12,000 | $12,000 | $50,000 | $74,000 | |
| LOSS | $90,000 | — | — | $90,000 | |
| WIN | $32,000 | $32,000 | — | $64,000 | |
| LOSS | $12,000 | — | — | $12,000 | |
| WIN | $65,000 | $65,000 | — | $130,000 | |
| LOSS | $24,000 | — | — | $24,000 | |
| WIN | $24,000 | $24,000 | — | $48,000 | |
| LOSS | $42,000 | — | — | $42,000 | |
| WIN | $16,000 | $16,000 | — | $32,000 | |
| LOSS | $20,000 | — | — | $20,000 | |
| WIN | $140,000 | $140,000 | — | $280,000 | |
| LOSS | $30,000 | — | — | $30,000 | |
| WIN | $36,000 | $36,000 | — | $72,000 | |
| LOSS | $14,000 | — | — | $14,000 | |
| WIN | $14,000 | $14,000 | $50,000 | $78,000 | |
| LOSS | $16,000 | — | — | $16,000 | |
| WIN | $20,000 | $20,000 | — | $40,000 | |
| LOSS | $12,000 | — | — | $12,000 | |
| WIN | $16,000 | $16,000 | — | $32,000 | |
| LOSS | $30,000 | — | — | $30,000 |
*Official purse figures are not publicly disclosed by British athletic regulators. Purses listed reflect verified contractual estimates and official post-fight performance bonuses ($50,000 each for Sean Brady, Kevin Holland, Alexia Thainara, and Shauna Bannon).
Historic UFC Records Set
Promotional Records Established at UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Brady
UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Brady marked the promotion’s 16th visit to London and its 15th event hosted inside The O2 Arena, drawing 18,583 spectators.
Sean Brady became the first fighter in UFC history to submit former undisputed welterweight champion Leon Edwards, securing a guillotine choke at 1:39 of Round 4.
Sean Brady outstruck Leon Edwards 221 to 23 in total strikes, establishing one of the most lopsided total-strike differentials in a five-round welterweight main event.
Carlos Ulberg extended his promotional winning streak to seven consecutive bouts by defeating former 205-pound champion Jan Błachowicz via unanimous decision.
Kevin Holland weathered 9 minutes and 29 seconds of ground control from Gunnar Nelson, utilizing precision striking and a knockdown to claim a 29-28 unanimous decision.
Brazilian newcomer Alexia Thainara delivered a stunning promotional debut by submitting fan favorite Molly McCann with a rear-naked choke at 4:32 of Round 1.
Chris Duncan recorded his first submission inside the Octagon, tapping out Cage Warriors champion Jordan Vucenic in Round 2 of their lightweight showdown.
Shauna Bannon became the first Irish woman in UFC history to earn a submission victory, tapping out Puja Tomar with an armbar at 3:22 of Round 2.
Kauê Fernandes dropped Guram Kutateladze twice, outlanding him 79-29 in significant strikes across 15 minutes to earn a 30-27 unanimous decision.
Marcin Tybura handed undefeated English prospect Mick Parkin his first professional defeat via unanimous decision across three closely contested rounds.
Nathaniel Wood swept all three judges’ scorecards (30-27) against Morgan Charrière, landing 72 significant strikes in front of his home London crowd.
Generating an official gate of $4,711,410, UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Brady ranked among the top-five grossing Fight Night events in British combat sports history.
When and where did UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Brady take place?
UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Brady took place on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at The O2 Arena in London, England.
Who won the main event between Leon Edwards and Sean Brady?
Sean Brady defeated former welterweight champion Leon Edwards via submission (guillotine choke) at 1:39 of Round 4.
Who won the co-main event between Jan Blachowicz and Carlos Ulberg?
Carlos Ulberg defeated former light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz via unanimous decision (29–28, 29–28, 29–28).
Who won the post-fight bonuses at UFC London 2025?
Four fighters received $50,000 Performance of the Night bonuses: Sean Brady, Kevin Holland, Alexia Thainara, and Shauna Bannon. No Fight of the Night bonus was awarded.
What was the attendance and gate for UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Brady?
The event drew a recorded attendance of 18,583 fans at The O2 Arena, producing a live gate of $4,711,410.
How did Kevin Holland defeat Gunnar Nelson?
Despite conceding over nine minutes of ground control, Kevin Holland outlanded Gunnar Nelson 55–15 in significant strikes and scored a knockdown to win via unanimous decision (29–28, 29–28, 29–28).
How did Alexia Thainara perform in her UFC debut?
Alexia Thainara submitted English favorite Molly McCann via rear-naked choke at 4:32 of Round 1, earning an official $50,000 Performance of the Night award.
How did Chris Duncan defeat Jordan Vucenic?
Scotland’s Chris Duncan submitted Jordan Vucenic via guillotine choke at 3:42 of Round 2 in an intense lightweight battle.
How did Shauna Bannon make history at UFC London?
Shauna Bannon submitted India’s Puja Tomar via armbar at 3:22 of Round 2, becoming the first Irish woman to earn a submission victory in UFC history.
Who won the heavyweight fight between Marcin Tybura and Mick Parkin?
Veteran Marcin Tybura handed Mick Parkin his first professional defeat via unanimous decision (29–28, 29–28, 29–28).
What was the outcome of Nathaniel Wood vs. Morgan Charrière?
Nathaniel Wood defeated Morgan Charrière via unanimous decision (30–27, 30–27, 30–27) in front of his home London supporters.
How did Kauê Fernandes defeat Guram Kutateladze?
Kauê Fernandes dropped Guram Kutateladze twice and controlled the action with heavy strikes, securing a unanimous decision (30–27, 30–27, 30–27).
What was the decision in Caolán Loughran vs. Nathan Fletcher?
Caolán Loughran defeated Nathan Fletcher via split decision (29–28, 28–29, 28–29) after landing six takedowns across three rounds.
Where was UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Brady streamed in the United States?
In the United States, the entire 13-bout card was streamed live exclusively on ESPN+.
Who called the action at UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Brady?
The broadcast team featured lead play-by-play announcer John Gooden alongside color analysts Michael Bisping and Paul Felder, with Bruce Buffer introducing the athletes inside the Octagon.
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