UFC London: Edwards vs. Brady Betting Pick, Odds & Predictions
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David Manyun
- March 19, 2025
Our Top Betting Pick for UFC London
UFC Pick: Leon Edwards ML (+140) at Heritage Sports (visit our Heritage Sports Review)
In their long-awaited return to the 02 Arena in London, England, the UFC will deliver a top-contending welterweight clash for the evening’s main event, and we’re covering all your betting needs.
Former 170lb champion Leon ‘Rocky’ Edwards makes his first walk to the octagon since losing the gold, but can a rising contender in Sean Brady snatch the Englishman’s chance of earning a title rematch?
Read on for our complete betting guide with an early preview of the UFC London welterweight between Edwards and Brady, including updated UFC odds and our free expert UFC first-look betting picks, predictions, and analysis.
UFC London Information
- When: Saturday, March 22, 2025 – 01:00 PM ET
- Where: 02 Arena, London
- Scheduled Bouts: 13
- Main Event: Leon Edwards vs. Sean Brady
- Where to Watch: UFC Fight Pass & ESPN+
Sean Brady vs. Leon Edwards Odds
UFC London Main Event Profiles
Leon ‘Rocky’ Edwards
Prior to losing his welterweight title against Belal Muhammad in July 2024, England’s finest, Leon ‘Rocky’ Edwards, had remained unbeaten in the octagon since 2016. With an ultra-impressive track record (14-3-1, UFC) for the promotion that included names like Donald Cerrone, Rafael Dos Anjos, Nate Diaz, Kamaru Usman (twice), and Colby Covington, it feels like most of y’all have forgotten!
Edwards has always been overlooked, even throughout his top-ranked and championship reign. Now, after one loss, oddsmakers are placing him as a betting underdog on home soil versus an opponent with significantly less experience in the UFC octagon…
Edwards Best Moneyline Odds: +140 at Heritage Sports
Sean Brady
Over the previous six years, Sean Brady has slowly ascended through the 170lb rankings. His lone defeat in the octagon was a knockout loss to the current champ, but in a perfect bounce-back position, he ran through Kelvin Gastelum and Gilbert Burns to stamp his mark as a potential title contender of the future.
Well, for Brady, the time is now. Strolling into hostile territory and defeating Edwards, the division’s former champion would catapult his name back into the title conversion. However, it won’t be easy, and with London MMA fans out in full force, Brady won’t just be fighting Edwards’, he’ll be going against an entire nation!
Brady Best Moneyline Odds: -155 at BetOnline (visit our BetOnline Review)
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Brady looked excellent versus Gilbert Burns, but let’s be honest, this wasn’t a prime Burns, and the Brazilian’s best days are behind him. So, what else has Brady done to earn the respect of entering London versus an Englishman who’s a former champion of the division? Make it make sense!
Don’t get me wrong, the grappling/wrestling route is a clear path to victory for Brady, but Edwards’ wrestling defense has been a staple throughout his career, and when it comes to striking exchanges, it’s safe to say that the footwork and outside kickboxing of the Brit should be too much for the American to handle.
Edwards lost to Belal 3-rounds-to-2. Let me ask you this: do you believe Brady could out-wrestle Belal? I already know your answer, and it’s no! Now, the jiu-jitsu of Brady is a problem, but his offensive wrestling against Edwards’ defensive wrestling, I believe, will falter.
Edwards Moneyline: The UFC London Best Bet Formula
Given the factors surrounding this contest, we cannot ignore the underdog money on Edwards. Yes, Brady is good, and he’s undoubtedly a top-ranked mainstay. However, with his get-up ability from grounded situations, superior striking, longer reach and height, and the home crowd advantage without a stoppage, I envision Brady struggling and believe the plus-money on a former champion is a gift.
UFC Pick: Leon Edwards ML (+140) [1u to win 1.4u] at Heritage Sports
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