The UFC is back in London this Saturday, bringing an action-packed, European fighter-stacked card to the iconic O2 Arena. The main event features former world champion Leon Edwards, who will be looking to make a statement, as he faces off against the rising contender Sean Brady in a highly anticipated matchup. The card is filled with European fan favorites and several exciting, high-level bouts across multiple divisions. The prelims start at 1 PM EST, with the main card kicking off at 4 PM EST.

Main Card

#1 Leon Edwards vs #5 Sean Brady
Welterweight Bout - 170 lbs

In the main event, former champion Leon Edwards faces Sean Brady, who steps in as a replacement after Jack Della Maddalena was called up for a title shot. Edwards is looking to bounce back after a loss in his most recent title defense. Primarily a striker, Edwards has made notable improvements on the ground in recent fights, having faced grapplers time and time again. His biggest strength lies in his technical, crisp striking—when he’s able to overcome his occasional low-volume approach, he can out strike anyone in the division. Brady, on the other hand, is a dominant grappler who typically uses his striking to set up takedowns. His main strength is his ground control, backed by his exceptional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. While Edwards is the more skilled fighter overall, his tendency to hesitate in certain situations has allowed opponents to find openings—something Brady could look to exploit in this matchup.

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#3 Jan Blachowicz vs #6 Carlos Ulberg
Light Heavyweight Bout - 205 lbs

In the co-main event, two top-ranked light heavyweights battle for a shot at the title. Jan Blachowicz, a former UFC champion, has a draw with Magomed Ankalaev and a split decision loss to Alex Pereira. Meanwhile, Carlos Ulberg, an exciting up-and-comer, is riding a seven-fight win streak and is eager to earn his first title shot. Blachowicz is a powerful striker with solid ground skills, though he tends to rely more on his striking. Ulberg, a high-level kickboxer, excels with exceptional footwork and a high-volume approach, controlling the pace of the fight on the feet.

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Gunnar Nelson vs Kevin Holland
Welterweight Bout - 170 lbs

After a lengthy layoff, Gunnar Nelson returns to face one of the UFC’s most active fighters, Kevin Holland. Holland is a powerful, accurate striker who can struggle with defending takedowns. Known for his entertaining style and charismatic presence on the mic, Holland is a fan favorite, often showing off flashy techniques on the feet. Although he's a high-level black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, he’s vulnerable on the ground and can be easily controlled. Nelson, a skilled grappler, utilizes a bouncy karate-style to maintain distance before shooting for takedowns. Despite coming in as the favorite, Holland has proven to be unpredictable, making this a fascinating matchup.

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Molly McCann vs Alexia Thainara
Strawweight Bout - 115 lbs

Molly McCann, a fan favorite, faces a new opponent on short notice, and the odds have shifted dramatically. Originally a heavy favorite at -426, McCann now sits at +190. Known for her aggressive striking, McCann thrives in close-quarters exchanges, where she’s delivered some memorable highlight-reel finishes with spinning back elbows. UFC newcomer Alexia Thainara is a forward-pressure striker, using powerful punches to dominate her opponents. If this fight stays on the feet, expect both women to deliver an exciting showcase of wild, heavy-handed strikes.

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Jordan Vucenic vs Chris Duncan
Lightweight Bout - 155 lbs

Jordan Vucenic is a well-rounded fighter making his second UFC appearance. After a tough short-notice debut loss, he’s eager to capitalize on a full training camp and showcase his grit on the feet, along with his high-level cardio. Vucenic isn’t afraid to stand and trade with his opponents. Chris Duncan, a heavy-handed striker, also thrives in a brawl. While he has the ability to mix in takedowns, his ground control isn’t his strong suit. This fight has all the makings of an exciting, stand-up war.

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Nathaniel Wood vs Morgan Charriere
Featherweight Bout - 145 lbs

Nathaniel Wood faces off against Morgan Charrière in the main card opener. Wood is a skilled striker with excellent dirty boxing, often mixing in his ground game to keep opponents guessing. He’s known for controlling the pace of fights, typically working towards a decision win. Charrière, an explosive striker, excels at controlling range, swiftly moving in and out of the pocket to land his strikes. He’s an exciting fighter, and this matchup presents a significant step up in competition for him.

Prelims

Jai Herbert vs Chris Padilla
Lightweight Bout - 155 lbs

Jai Herbert, who once went toe-to-toe with Ilia Topuria, is still working to establish himself in the UFC. A rangy and technical striker, Herbert's high-level movement makes him difficult to corner and land clean shots on. Chris Padilla, on the other hand, enters on a winning streak, where he’s effectively used his striking to close the distance and set up takedowns. Known for his explosive takedowns and exceptional cardio, Padilla uses his conditioning to control the pace and flow of his fights.

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Lone’er Kavanagh vs Felipe Dos Santos
Flyweight Bout - 125 lbs

Lone'er Kavanagh is an undefeated prospect known for his exceptional striking and lightning-fast speed, which enhances his knockout potential. While he doesn’t aggressively chase knockouts and can struggle with low volume, he enters his second UFC fight looking to prove himself as a rising talent. Felipe Dos Santos, who trains with Charles Oliveira, embodies the gritty, relentless style you’d expect from this camp. He comes forward with high volume, willing to take punches to land his own as he searches for the finish. This matchup will be a great test for Kavanagh, to see if his speed can be used as counter-striking to slow Santos down before it turns into a full-on dogfight.

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#8 Marcin Tybura vs #13 Mick Parkin
Heavyweight Bout - 265 lbs

In a ranked heavyweight matchup, Marcin Tybura faces off against Mick Parkin. Tybura is a relentless grinder who excels on the ground, where he’s adept at keeping his opponents on their back. His striking is straightforward yet effective, using it to close the distance and set up his takedowns. Parkin, an undefeated newcomer training with Tom Aspinall, prefers to keep the fight standing and consistently dictates the pace. While neither fighter is known for producing highlight-reel knockouts, this is a solid matchup that will serve as a true test of Parkin's growth and improvements.

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Christian Leroy Duncan vs Andrey Pulyaev
Middleweight Bout - 185 lbs

Andre Pulyaev is a technical and patient striker, known for his solid fundamentals on the feet. After securing a win on the Dana White Contender Series, he makes his UFC debut with an undefeated record. Pulyaev faces a tough challenge in his first UFC outing, as he squares off against Christian Leroy Duncan. Duncan is a fast, high-pressure fighter with creative striking and solid takedown defense. If Pulyaev finds himself overwhelmed on the feet, we'll get a chance to see how strong his ground game is against a skilled opponent.

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Shauna Bannon vs Puja Tomar
Strawweight Bout - 115 lbs

Shauna Bannon is a highly skilled striker with a strong traditional martial arts background, currently working to refine her skills and transition into a more well-rounded, gritty MMA fighter. Puja Tomar is a fast, aggressive striker who always looks to pressure her opponents, but she faces challenges when the fight hits the ground. As the first female Indian UFC fighter, she has generated significant hype around her. Both women are coming off controversial wins in their last bouts and are eager to make a statement.

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Nathan Fletcher vs Caolan Loughran
Bantamweight Bout - 135 lbs

Caolan Loughran is a powerful striker known for his wide karate-style stance. He entered the UFC with a brash persona and big talk on the mic, making a splash right away. Prior to the UFC, he found success with his high-level skill set, but recently, his lack of volume on the feet has led to some losses. Nathan Fletcher, a product of the Paddy Pimblett camp, gained recognition from his time on The Ultimate Fighter. Fletcher is a relentless pressure fighter with a well-rounded skill set, always looking to bring the fight to his opponents.

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Guram Kutateladze vs Kaue Fernandes
Lightweight Bout - 155 lbs

Guram Kutateladze is a pressure-forward striker with a strong kickboxing background, delivering powerful strikes on the feet. Having trained alongside Ilia Topuria, he has seamlessly transitioned to MMA, demonstrating a well-rounded skill set and a strong ability to avoid staying on his back when taken down. Kaue Fernandes, on the other hand, is a dynamic striker who excels at managing distance, seamlessly moving in and out of range. When the action hits the ground, he showcases solid Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu skills.

Enjoy the Fights!