Leon Edwards vs Kamaru Usman LIVE: UFC 286 latest updates tonight with Sam Patterson KO loss

UFC 286: The lights go out in the O2 arena as the fight begins

Leon Edwards will defend his welterweight title against Kamaru Usman in the main event of UFC 286 at London’s O2 Arena tonight.

Jamaican-born Edwards defeated Usman in stunning fashion in August to take the belt from the Nigerian to become Britain’s second UFC champion.

For Edwards, the result also saw revenge for a point loss to Usman in 2015, meaning tonight’s main event will round out a trilogy between the pair.

The co-main event pits former interim lightweight champion Justin Gaethje against rising contender Rafael Fiziev in a match that is almost guaranteed to steal the show.

Follow live updates and results from UFC 286 below. The event will be broadcast live on BT Sport Box Office in the UK and ESPN+ in the US. Click here to subscribe to The Independent’s Sport YouTube channel for the latest sports videos.

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Shore vs. Amirkhani – Round 1

Lots of feints from both fighters early on. Amirkhani is on the southpaw.

Shore closes the reach with a winged right hook, but it’s really a setup for a bodylock.

The Welshman drives his opponent to the fence, but Amirkhani reverses the position.

Eventually, the two move away from the fence and just exchange punches.

Alex PattleMarch 18, 2023 8:39 p.m

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A great reaction for Shore as former bantamweight Bruce Buffer is introduced.

Alex PattleMarch 18, 2023 8:37 p.m

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“Seven Nation Army” transforms into “Supersonic” by Oasis. Smooth.

Alex PattleMarch 18, 2023 8:35 p.m

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Well, the last foreplay of the evening!

Jack Shore takes on “Mr Finland” Makwan Amirkhani as the Welshman makes his featherweight debut.

Shore turns up to “Seven Nation Army” to the delight of the London crowd.

Alex PattleMarch 18, 2023 20:34

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Here’s what Muhammad Mokaev had to say about surviving that creepy kneebar in his win over Jafel Filho:

Alex PattleMarch 18, 2023 8:33 p.m

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Chris Duncan defeated. Omar Morales by split decision (27-30, 29-28, 29-28).

I’m not sure how you can give Morales all three rounds like a judge did; The Venezuelan certainly lost the last frame.

Alex PattleMarch 18, 2023 8:30 p.m

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Duncan vs. Morales – Round 3

Morales gives Duncan a thumbs up, signaling that he’s still very interested. The Venezuelan then stands at the fence.

He is pulled back down. Sweat drips from his forehead. This could be a crucial round for Duncan who has been controlling his opponent all along.

However, with 30 seconds left on the clock, Morales is able to stand and lands a hard uppercut! He’s swinging for the fences now, but he’s so tired – he’s wobbling as he performs a leg kick!

Heading to the judges’ scoreboards after Duncan secures one final takedown!

Alex PattleMarch 18, 2023 8:27 p.m

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Duncan vs. Morales – Round 3

Duncan has a wrist grip on his opponent along the cage wall. Now he switches to a body lock as he neutralizes Morales on the mat.

Alex PattleMarch 18, 2023 8:25 p.m

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Duncan vs. Morales – Round 3

Final round of a competitive battle. Duncan lands early with a right hand and then swings an inside low kick.

Morales charges with a left hook but misses and is then punished with a double to the head!

Morales now drops Duncan to one knee with a leg kick and the Scot retaliates by forcing the Venezuelan to the fence again.

A scuffle ensues and Duncan will try to choke a guillotine.

Alex PattleMarch 18, 2023 8:23 p.m

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Duncan vs. Morales – Round 2

Morales checks a body kick hard, lifting his left leg, then points to Duncan to acknowledge the Scot has been injured.

Now Morales lands a piercing right flank. Duncan returns to his grappling and drives the Venezuelan to the fence with a double leg attempt.

Alex PattleMarch 18, 2023 8:19 p.m

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