Calling Dana White’s Decision a “Joke,” Leon Edwards’s Coach Fumes Over Unfavourable UFC 304 Timings – “Belal Never Really Had To Adjust”

In a highly anticipated main event clash at UFC 304, Belal Muhammad walked past the challenge of Leon Edwards. The 36-year-old looked like a completely different fighter and silenced all his critics with his performance. ‘Rocky’ seemed a bit out of place in the fight and later revealed that he was tired the whole week. Edwards is known for his exceptional grappling skills but failed to put on a show for the fans.

But what really happened to the former champion before the fight? Edward’s longtime coach has finally come out and shared the reason. Let us find out what he had to say.

Coach Lovell opens up about the problems ‘Rocky’ faced before his fight

Since the time the fight card for UFC 304 was announced, one of the biggest concerns for the fans was the timing of the fight. However, it now seems that not only the fans but also the fighters are having problems getting used to the timing. The main event of the card was scheduled to take place at 5.30 a.m. (BST), which is a very unusual time for such an important fight.

Despite being his hometown, ‘Rocky’ has had a lot of trouble adjusting to the timing. His longtime coach Dave Lovell sat down for a chat with ‘Submission Radio’ and shared the details. The former champion mentioned he was tired the whole week and felt a bit stiff in his body.

Lovell made it clear that it was all about the timing. He said, “Well you tell me whichever fighter have you seen in his own country come out at half past five a.m. in the morning to fight.” Lovell further added that he was highly upset with UFC CEO Dana White and said, “Realistically you know it’s a joke really. Belal never really had to adjust because his clock is to the time of what we were fighting to.”

Both Lovell and Edwards were confident that they would surpass the challenge of Muhammad. However, it seems the pair is focused on their next challenge ahead and said, “It just doesn’t seem right somehow. But it is what it is.”

This was the second time the pair met inside the Octagon, and Muhammad now holds the upper hand in their personal battle. The 32-year-old seemed dejected after the loss and was at a loss for words during the post-fight interview. However, he took to his Instagram account to share an emotional message for the fans.

Leon Edwards apologizes to his fans with his latest social media post

Leon Edwards headlined the UFC 304 main event as the crowd favorite. As a British champion defending his title in his hometown, ‘Rocky’ had a lot to prove. However, it seems that the former champion just couldn’t live up to the expectations. ‘Remember the Name’ walked into the fight high on confidence after staying undefeated in his last five fights. Muhammad even claimed that he was out there to prove to everyone that he was the best in the division. The 36-year-old dominated the clash with a scoreline of 48-47, 48-47, and 49-46, winning the fight via unanimous decision.

It now seems that ‘Rocky’ is a man on a mission. After losing his title, the 32-year-old took to his Instagram account to share an emotional message for the fans. He shared a post with the caption, “To my fans, I’m sorry I couldn’t get the job done this time. I have been through harder times than this in life, and I will rise again. Thanks for all the love and support. I will get this back in my blood. #headshot” . Edwards will now be desperate to get back his title after losing it to one of his longtime rivals. Muhammad, on the other hand, will be keen on defending his title against newer opponents in the division.

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