Leon Edwards Instagram followers double as popularity surges × Follow Us Create Notifications New User posted their first comment this is comment text Link Approve Reject & ban Delete Log in Manage your profile Editing Story Queue Video Queue Editing Stats Writer Home SEO Redirection Admin Gaming Wiki Edits Taxonomy Home Edit Site Menu Mapping Dashboard Tag Pages Community Social Feed Queue Feed Center Notification Center Affiliate Home Manage Pages Bottom Tagline Dash Timeless Stories Logout MMA UFC News Leon Edwards reportedly gains more than double the number of followers he previously had on Instagram after becoming champion at UFC 278 By Caleb Gebrewold Modified 24 Aug 2022 Follow Us Comment Share Leon Edwards following his UFC 278 victory [Image courtesy of @btsportufc/Twitter] Leon Edwards' fifth-round UFC 278 head-kick knockout of Kamaru Usman earned him the title of welterweight champion. Edwards became the first UFC fighter to defeat Usman, despite being only a minute away from losing the fight. It is no surprise that after his stunning victory, Edwards has seen a rise in popularity. Following his UFC 278 victory, Leon Edwards has reportedly seen his Instagram following nearly double. This should come as no surprise after Edwards defeated the former No.1-ranked pound-for-pound fighter in the sport. Alex Behunin@AlexBehuninLeon Edwards gained over 300,000 followers after his title win, per mmagains on IG4499Leon Edwards gained over 300,000 followers after his title win, per mmagains on IG https://t.co/HYYOPkmP3w Edwards' popularity will only continue to grow, particularly if he is able to defend his title. UFC President Dana White has already suggested that his first title defense will be the trilogy bout against Usman in London. If he is able to show that he didn't just land a lucky shot and is able to dominate Usman to defend his belt, Edwards will see another increase in popularity. He recently released merchandise sporting the phrase "Look At Me Now", which he uttered several times in his post-fight interview. Fans called for Edwards to also release merchandise sporting the phrase "Pound-for-pound. Head shot. Dead", another of his statements made in his octagon interview. Leon 'Rocky' Edwards@Leon_edwardsmmaOfficial #LookAtMeNow Merch available now hit the link bit.ly/3wmvZRa12578638Official #LookAtMeNow Merch available now hit the link bit.ly/3wmvZRa https://t.co/pzuqm30k6D Super Fan@McGregorRousey@Leon_edwardsmma Drop “Pound for pound. Headshot. Dead.” merch!!!154029@Leon_edwardsmma Drop “Pound for pound. Headshot. Dead.” merch!!! Leon Edwards enters pound-for-pound rankings while Kamaru Usman slides down Following his UFC 278 victory, Leon Edwards entered the pound-for-pound rankings for the first time in his career. The new welterweight champion is now ranked as the No.6 pound-for-pound fighter in the UFC. Usman, despite the tough loss, is now ranked as the No.4 pound-for-pound fighter with Alexander Volkanovski leading the rankings. Many fans felt that dropping three spots was too harsh, particularly considering that he was controlling the fight before Edwards landed a perfectly timed head kick that would have knocked out any fighter. UFC News@UFCNews#UFC278 Official Scorecard: Kamaru Usman vs Leon Edwards (@Leon_EdwardsMMA) View All Official Scorecards: ufc.com/news/official-…40072#UFC278 Official Scorecard: Kamaru Usman vs Leon Edwards (@Leon_EdwardsMMA) View All Official Scorecards: ufc.com/news/official-… https://t.co/9NsMFAwLIC Despite the fact that the two fighters will likely face off once again, they have shown massive respect for one another following UFC 278. Usman stated that he is happy for Edwards and has shown time and time again following the loss that he is capable of acting like a champion, even in defeat. The People's MMA ?@ThePeoplesMMA"I've always liked Leon...I'm very happy for Leon"Kamaru was an amazing Champion. He handled himself like one, took on all comers ??? he kept getting better. Now, he's handling this loss like a King.Much respect @USMAN84kgArtwork by @BossLogictmz.com/2022/08/23/kam…164"I've always liked Leon...I'm very happy for Leon"Kamaru was an amazing Champion. He handled himself like one, took on all comers ??? he kept getting better. Now, he's handling this loss like a King.Much respect @USMAN84kgArtwork by @BossLogictmz.com/2022/08/23/kam… https://t.co/B3bLJ1mhUG Usman tweeted a congratulatory message to Edwards following the fight, and Edwards responded by showing his respect. KAMARU USMAN@USMAN84kgDamn I love this sport!!! Things happen but… Alhamdulillah we move!! ? congratulations @Leon_edwardsmma15214313814Damn I love this sport!!! Things happen but… Alhamdulillah we move!! ? congratulations @Leon_edwardsmma Leon 'Rocky' Edwards@Leon_edwardsmmaRespect @Usman84kg it was an honour to run it back. Rest up and enjoy time with your family.727283147Respect @Usman84kg it was an honour to run it back. Rest up and enjoy time with your family. While many fighters make excuses for their losses, Usman hasn't blamed anyone but himself. He has, however, vowed to return with a vengeance. As dominant as Usman has been, it will be interesting to see if he can reach another level in his attempt to regain the welterweight title.KAMARU USMAN@USMAN84kgChamps f$ck up sometimes… but we bounce back and come with vengeance!! ? #NGHTMR15962419875Champs f$ck up sometimes… but we bounce back and come with vengeance!! ? #NGHTMR Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Edited by Allan Mathew × Feedback Thank You! Be the first one to comment Follow Us Share Show More Comments GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? No thanks Delete GIF Cancel Update GIF Cancel Reply ❮ ❯ GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? 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