Kevin Holland delivered a standout performance at UFC 316 on June 7, 2025, submitting Vicente Luque with a D’Arce choke in the second round in Newark, New Jersey. The win showcased Holland’s improved grappling and marked his second straight victory, improving his UFC record to 16-10 and reinforcing his #14 ranking in the welterweight division. At 32, Holland’s versatility, durability, and flair make him a fan-favorite and a dangerous contender in a division led by champion Belal Muhammad.
Next up for Kevin Holland should be a welterweight bout against Leon Edwards. Edwards, ranked #4 and a former UFC Welterweight Champion, is coming off a submission loss to Sean Brady at UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Brady on March 22, 2025, his second consecutive defeat after losing the title to Muhammad. Known for his technical striking and strong grappling defense, Edwards presents a high-profile challenge that tests Holland’s evolving skill set.
This matchup, potentially for a main card spot at a 2025 pay-per-view, would pit Holland’s unorthodox striking and submission game against Edwards’ precision and experience. A win could catapult Holland into the top 10 and closer to a title shot, while Edwards looks to rebound against a dangerous, high-energy opponent.
Last Five Fights (Kevin Holland):
1. Win over Vicente Luque – Submission (brabo choke), UFC 316 (June 7, 2025)
2. Win over Gunnar Nelson – Decision (unanimous), UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Brady (March 22, 2025)
3. Loss to Reinier de Ridder – Submission (rear-naked choke), UFC 311 (January 18, 2025)
4. Loss to Roman Dolidze – TKO (corner stoppage), UFC 307 (October 5, 2024)
5. Win over Michał Oleksiejczuk – Technical Submission (armbar), UFC 302 (June 1, 2024)
Last Five Fights (Leon Edwards):
1. Loss to Sean Brady – Submission (guillotine choke), UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Brady (March 22, 2025)
2. Loss to Belal Muhammad – Decision (unanimous), UFC 304 (July 27, 2024)
3. Win over Colby Covington – Decision (unanimous), UFC 296 (December 16, 2023)
4. Win over Kamaru Usman – Decision (majority), UFC 286 (March 18, 2023)
5. Win over Kamaru Usman – KO (head kick), UFC 278 (August 20, 2022)
