Edson Barboza vs. Lerone Murphy is an upcoming mixed martial arts light featherweight clash promoted and organized by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). This fight is scheduled as the main event of UFC Fight Night 241 on May 18, 2024. Lerone ‘Miracle’ Murphy, who maintains an undefeated record of 13 wins and 1 draw (13-1-0), will be making his 6th appearance in the UFC, squaring off against the UFC veteran Edson Barboza.
In his last fight, Murphy squared off against Joshua Culibao at UFC Fight Night: Aspinall vs. Tybura and won the bout via a unanimous decision. On the other hand, Edson Barboza, the Brazilian MMA fighter renowned for his spinning wheel kicks, faced Sodiq Yusuff in his last fight and won via a unanimous decision. Barboza is currently ranked #12 in the featherweight standings whereas Lerone Murphy is still an unranked contender in the division.
Edson Barboza vs. Lerone Murphy Tale of the Tape
| Stats | Edson Barboza | Lerone Murphy |
| MMA Record | 24-11-0 | 13-0-1 |
| UFC Ranking (Featherweight) | 12 | Unranked |
| Last Fight | Win | Win |
| Nationality | Brazilian | American |
| Height | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) |
| Weight | 145 lb (66 kg) | 145 lb (66 kg) |
| Reach | 75 in | 73 in |
| Leg Reach | 41 in | 39 in |
| Striking Accuracy | 45% | 50% |
| Takedown Accuracy | 50% | 46% |
| Takedown Defense | 75% | 46% |
| Win Streak (Active) | 2 | 5 |
| MMA Debut | 2009 | 2016 |
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Edson Barboza Record
Edson Barboza maintains a respectable professional MMA record of 24 wins and 11 losses (24-11-0). Babroza made his professional debut in 2009 and has racked up wins over opponents like Beneil Dariush and Dan Hooker. Among his wins, 14 were achieved by knockouts and 1 via submission.
| 35 matches | 24 wins | 11 losses |
| By knockout | 14 | 4 |
| By submission | 1 | 2 |
| By decision | 9 | 5 |
Lerone Murphy Record
Lerone Murphy holds an undefeated MMA record of 13 wins and 1 draw (13-0-1). Of his victories, 7 came via knockout, and 6 by decision.
| 14 matches | 13 wins | 0 losses |
| By knockout | 7 | 0 |
| By decision | 6 | 0 |
| Draws | 1 | |
Last Updated On May 15, 2024
FAQs
A. Edson Barboza vs. Lerone Murphy is scheduled for May 18, 2024, as the main event of UFC Fight Night 241.
A. Edson Barboza vs. Lerone Murphy is set to take place at the UFC Apex Facility in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States.
A. Edson Barboza holds an MMA record of 24-11-0 and is currently #12 in the featherweight rankings.
A. Lerone Murphy holds an MMA record of 13 wins and 1 draw in 14 fights (13-0-1).
A. Edson Barboza is a Brazilian national.
A. Lerone Murphy was part of the Full Contact Contender (FCC) roster before signing with the UFC.
