Colby Covington News
Khamzat Chimaev believes Colby Covington is receiving another title shot because he’s an American
Fernando Quiles - May 24, 2023
Khamzat Chimaev has one theory on why the UFC is giving Colby Covington the next crack at welterweight gold. Covington is expected to challenge Leon Edwards for the UFC Welterweight Championship later this year. Edwards has said he’d like the fight to take place in Abu Dhabi this October. Belal Muhammad waits in the wings as he has been promised a shot at the winner following his unanimous decision victory over Gilbert Burns at UFC 288.
Belal Muhammad thinks Colby Covington is getting desperate: "I like that little fear in him"
Fernando Quiles - May 23, 2023
Belal Muhammad thinks there’s a little bit of desperation from Colby Covington. “Chaos” Covington is expected to challenge Leon Edwards for the UFC Welterweight Championship at some point this year. Many have criticized the UFC for giving Covington the next title opportunity at 170 pounds, but Dana White has insisted that Muhammad will get the winner of Edwards vs. Covington.
UFC fighter lauds Colby Covington for helping him after moving to United States: "He's such a great man"
Fernando Quiles - May 21, 2023
One UFC fighter has expressed gratitude to Colby Covington for assisting him during trying times. Much has been made about Covington for his persona. The former interim UFC Welterweight Champion leans into the MAGA movement, and his trash talk has drawn the ire of many fighters. All of the extra noise doesn’t matter to Themba Gorimbo, however.
Colby Covington has friendly advice for UFC Bantamweight Champion Aljamain Sterling: "Just keep being you"
Fernando Quiles - May 18, 2023
UFC Bantamweight Champion Aljamain Sterling has a supporter in Colby Covington. Sterling may be the 135-pound ruler, but some feel the “Funk Master” hasn’t gotten the respect he deserves. Count former UFC heavyweight Brendan Schaub in the camp of people who don’t believe Aljo has been given his due, as he mentioned during “The Schaub Show” (via MMA Knockout).
Colby Covington alleges that Jorge Masvidal was on steroids during their fight: "I used to watch him inject EPO"
Josh Evanoff - May 11, 2023
UFC welterweight contender Colby Covington continues to take shots at Jorge Masvidal. ‘Chaos’ and ‘Gamebred’ were close friends for years, even living together at one point. However, a few years ago, the two had a massive falling out. According to Masvidal, the feud began with Covington not paying their striking coach an amount they had agreed on. From there, the rivalry spiraled out of control.
Colby Covington claims Israel Adesanya "can't hang" with him: "I beat him from pillar to post"
Lewis Simpson - May 11, 2023
Colby Covington made a bold statement claiming that UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesayna doesn’t stand a chance with him inside the Octagon and is willing to back it up. Covington is currently ranked No.2 in the welterweight division and is on the hunt for a third championship fight later in the year. During his time under the UFC banner, Covington has attained the interim welterweight gold strap and fell short on two occasions to claim the undisputed championship against Kamaru Usman.
Colby Covington confident he'd KO Islam Makhachev if the lightweight champ moved up: "I think I dust him inside of three rounds"
Cole Shelton - May 9, 2023
Colby Covington doubts Islam Makhachev would move up to welterweight, but if he does he believes it would be an easy fight for him. Makhachev is the current UFC lightweight champion and is expected to face the winner of Charles Oliveira vs. Beneil Dariush in October. After that, it’s uncertain who would be next and although there has been talk of Islam fighting at 170 before, Covington doubts that will happen.
Belal Muhammad responds after once again being dubbed a “racist” by Colby Covington: “Lawyers can’t help you”
Harry Kettle - May 9, 2023
Belal Muhammad has responded after being called a racist by Colby Covington as their war of words really heats up. Last Saturday night at UFC 288, Belal Muhammad defeated Gilbert Burns. In doing so, he put himself in a great position to eventually challenge for the UFC welterweight championship. However, in the eyes of many, Colby Covington is still the man who will receive that next shot.
Colby Covington slams 'Racist' Belal Muhammad after UFC 288 win: "He's going to have to fight again"
Josh Evanoff - May 8, 2023
UFC welterweight contender Colby Covington doesn’t believe he’ll be seeing Belal Muhammad any time soon. ‘Remember the Name’ returned to the octagon in the co-main event of UFC 288 over the weekend. There Muhammad faced the fastly-rising Gilbert Burns. ‘Durinho’ entered the contest on a two-fight winning streak, notching wins over Neil Magny and Jorge Masvidal in the first half of 2023.
Colby Covington blasts Leon Edwards for turning down title fight in London: "The disrespect he has towards his own people is disgusting"
Cole Shelton - May 8, 2023
Colby Covington has taken aim at Leon Edwards for delaying their title fight. After Edwards defended his belt for the first time at UFC 286 in March, it was revealed that Covington would be next. At the time, no date was revealed but the plan was for them to fight at UFC 291 on July 22 in London, England. However, the Brit turned it down citing that he needed more time, which left Covington frustrated as he doesn’t understand why Edwards wouldn’t want to fight in his home country.
Belal Muhammad explains how Colby Covington title shot “worked out better” for him in the long run
Harry Kettle - April 27, 2023
Belal Muhammad has explained how Colby Covington getting a UFC title shot has actually worked out quite well for him. While it has yet to be officially booked, Colby Covington looks set to challenge for the UFC welterweight championship in his next fight. He’ll do so against Leon Edwards, the man who defeated Kamaru Usman twice to cement his status as the new king of the mountain at 170 pounds.
Colby Covington drops hint about Leon Edwards title fight
Andrew Whitelaw - April 26, 2023
Colby Covington has confirmed that the UFC is working on his proposed title fight with Leon Edwards for this summer. ‘Chaos’ has been out of action since he beat long-term rival Jorge Masvidal via unanimous decision at UFC 272. The 35 year old was subsequently involved in an alleged assault at the hands of Gamebred.
Colby Covington claims Jorge Masvidal's "fake retirement" was to take time off to use steroids: "He’ll get out of the USADA pool, probably go do some steroids, and come back"
Lewis Simpson - April 24, 2023
Colby Covington isn’t convinced Jorge Masvidal is hanging up the gloves for good. After losing his fourth consecutive fight at the hands of Gilbert Burns earlier this month at UFC 287, Masvidal announced his retirement in front of a sold-out home crowd in Miami.
Jon Anik reveals that Colby Covington beef has been squashed: "I never felt particularly threatened"
Josh Evanoff - April 14, 2023
UFC commentator Jon Anik has finally discussed his brief feud with Colby Covington. ‘Chaos’ has been out of the cage since his win over Jorge Masvidal over a year ago. However, last month in London at UFC 287, the former interim champion made a shocking return. Covington weighed in as the main event’s backup fighter and was cageside for the card.
Leon Edwards laughs off talk that he could be stripped of UFC welterweight title: "I’m one that always took every fight"
Josh Evanoff - April 14, 2023
UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards isn’t worried about losing the gold. ‘Rocky’ has been out of the octagon since his trilogy bout with Kamaru Usman last month. In that outing, Edwards scored his second straight win over ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ by unanimous decision. The British star had famously claimed the title by knockout the prior August.
Leon Edwards opens up on his relationship with UFC President Dana White amid Colby Covington controversy: “It's alright, we're not the best pals”
Lewis Simpson - April 14, 2023
UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards opens up on his relationship with UFC President Dana White amid the Colby Covington controversy. In March, at UFC 286, Edwards successfully completed the double over Kamaru Usman, earning a majority decision on the judges’ scorecards. Colby Covington, the UFC’s favourite heel, weighed in as the backup fighter in case anything was to unexpectedly occur.
Jorge Masvidal claims Colby Covington received “preferential treatment” from cops during their alleged altercation in Miami
Cole Shelton - April 13, 2023
Jorge Masvidal doesn’t think he received fair treatment from the cops following his alleged altercation with Colby Covington. TMZ Sports was able to obtain court records last which state Masvidal claiming Covington received preferential treatment from cops during their altercation in Miami last year. Masvidal says he has evidence that on several occasions during their altercation that Covington was treated with “favoritism” by the Miami Beach Police Department.
Colby Covington reveals the UFC has promised him that Leon Edwards will face consequences if he refuses fight
Harry Kettle - April 11, 2023
Colby Covington has claimed that the UFC will strip Leon Edwards of the UFC welterweight championship if he refuses to fight him. Following UFC 286, UFC president Dana White made it known that Colby Covington is set to be the next challenger for Leon Edwards’ UFC title. The news came despite the fact that ‘Chaos’ hasn’t fought in over a year since he defeated Jorge Masvidal. Edwards, meanwhile, is coming off the back of consecutive victories over Kamaru Usman.