Leon Edwards Explains to Rio Ferdinand Why Ian Garry Was Removed From His Gym
Highlights
- Leon Edwards explains why Ian Garry was banned from his gym: Garry's behavior and lack of adherence to gym rules were the reasons for his expulsion.
- Garry's behavior was disruptive: Edwards points out Garry's lateness, constant filming, and distractions during training sessions as reasons for parting ways.
- Colby Covington's trash talk motivates Edwards.
Leon Edwards has explained why Ian Garry was banned from his gym during a conversation with Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand. ‘Rocky’ Edwards headlines the UFC 296 against Colby Convington on December 17 to defend his welterweight championship.
The British fighter went viral for his viral knockout of Kamaru Usman to capture the belt. He also won the rematch by decision.
The controversial Garry made headlines when he claimed Edwards’ insecurities or doubts was the reason he was asked to leave his gym. Edwards previously denied Garry’s claims and has now expanded on the reasons the undefeated Irish fighter is no longer welcome.
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In an interview with TNT Sport, Leon Edwards addressed the question posed by Rio Ferdinand about Garry being expelled from the gym, seemingly due to their shared weight division. Edwards clarified, saying, "That wasn’t the reason, that’s the reason,” he said and went on to explain, "There’s a culture in the gym that we are trying to build. I’m a world champion, but I still abide by the same rules as the amateurs."
Edwards continued by pointing out specific issues with Garry's behavior, stating, "The difference with Ian, when he comes in, he’s bringing his camera with him, his girlfriend with him, he’s late to the sessions [and] there’s a lot going on." According to Edwards, it was a collective decision by the coaches and the team to part ways with Garry, expressing, "We wish you well on your journey but your culture doesn’t fit our culture."
Edwards further claimed that Team Renegade was not the first gym to remove Garry, revealing, "That’s the third gym he’s been kicked out of." This sheds light on a pattern of behavior that seems to have led to Garry's expulsion from multiple training facilities.
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In the same interview with Ferdinand, Rocky was asked what he considers Covington’s greatest strength. He responded that the UFC veteran bring great cardio and can “keep a pace” for five rounds.
Edwards then said Colby had been fighting “over the hill” opponents. The UFC champ said that his opponent's trash talk gave him more motivation to train, declaring that "I can't lose to him."
