UFC 286: Edwards vs. Usman 3 was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that took place on March 18, 2023, at The O2 Arena in London, England.
[2] A UFC Welterweight Championship trilogy bout between current champion Leon Edwards and former champion (also The Ultimate Fighter: American Top Team vs. Blackzilians welterweight winner) Kamaru Usman headlined the event.
[4] Their second meeting took place at UFC 278 in August 2022, where Edwards won the title by knockout in the fifth round.
[5] Former interim champion Colby Covington served as back up and potential replacement for this fight.
[7] However, Figlak was forced to withdraw from the event citing injury and was replaced by Omar Morales.