Uros Medic calls out Leon Edwards after knockout win at UFC Belgrade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Uros Medic scored a 30-second knockout against Daniel Rodriguez at UFC Belgrade on August 1, 2026. The victory marked Medic's fourth consecutive first-round finish and thrilled the Serbian crowd. Post-fight, he expressed interest in fighting former welterweight champion Leon Edwards, who is currently struggling on a three-fight losing streak. Medic acknowledged that he would respect Edwards' choice if he prefers to fight someone else in the meantime.
- •Medic knocked out Rodriguez in just 30 seconds
- •This was Medic's fourth straight first-round finish
- •He aims to face Leon Edwards next
- •Edwards is currently on a three-fight losing streak
- •Medic received significant support from the local crowd
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Uros Medic explains why he still wants Leon Edwards next, responds to potential superstar status after UFC Belgrade
"Uros Medic wants to take Leon Edwards’ spot
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