So close but so far: Diaz is the best loser post UFC thriller vs Edwards

In a five-round UFC 263, Leon Edwards survived a near finish in the final minute to defeat Nate Diaz. The Brit earned a unanimous decision (49-46, 49-46, 49-46). 

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Edwards dominated for a major chunk of the welterweight bout. He put his strong leg kick game and boxing skills to use. But the crowd, in Diaz’s corner, cheered loud when the 36-year-old turned his back toward Edwards, put his hands up to signal, “Come on.” 

Diaz kept taking hits and getting back at Edwards again. In the final minute, a bloodied Nate Diaz delivered some strong strikes that almost led to his victory. However, Edwards held on till the bell rang.  

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Here are some Twitter reactions to Leon Edwards vs Nate Diaz:

“Nate’s a veteran. I hit him with everything but the kitchen sink. I give my respect to him. I’m young 29 years old, still learning, still growing. I look forward to my title shot,” Edwards said post-match.