Colby Covington News
UFC President Dana White shuts down rumors that Colby Covington is seriously injured: “He's ready to fight and we're making plans for him soon”
Christopher Taylor - August 23, 2022
UFC President Dana White says Colby Covington is ready to fight and that the promotion is making plans for him to compete soon. Covington (17-3 MMA) has not stepped foot in the Octagon since scoring a unanimous decision victory over Jorge Masvidal this past March at UFC 272.
Gilbert Burns says he’s heard rumors that Colby Covington could be out until March: “He kinda broke his jaw again, he had surgery and the surgery didn’t go well”
Harry Kettle - August 23, 2022
Gilbert Burns has suggested that Colby Covington’s injuries mean he could be out of the Octagon until at least March. Earlier this year at UFC 272, Colby Covington set out to put an end to his rivalry with Jorge Masvidal – and based on his dominant decision win, it seemed as if that’s exactly what he did.
Video | Colby Covington reacts to Leon Edwards' nasty knockout of Kamaru Usman at UFC 278
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 21, 2022
Colby Covington was just as stunned by Leon Edwards‘ win over Kamaru Usman as you’d imagine. Edwards walked into Vivint Arena in Salt Lake City, Utah as the underdog for his UFC Welterweight Championship fight against Usman. In the opening frame of the UFC 278 main event, it appeared as if “Rocky” was ready to prove his doubters wrong.
Daniel Cormier claims Colby Covington “is dealing with some serious injuries” after being “brutally attacked” by Jorge Masvidal
Harry Kettle - August 5, 2022
UFC legend Daniel Cormier has claimed Colby Covington is dealing with some serious injuries stemming from the Jorge Masvidal attack. Back at UFC 272 earlier this year, Colby Covington beat Jorge Masvidal in a five-round decision that, at the time, seemed to settle the feud between them. However, just a few weeks later, Masvidal caught up with Covington in a Miami steakhouse and allegedly assaulted him at the scene.
Covington-Masvidal 911 Audio reveals off-duty police officer called for multiple units to arrive quickly
Christopher Taylor - July 21, 2022
The altercation between Colby Covington and Jorge Masvidal in Miami was chaotic enough for an off-duty police officer to request multiple units. It was at UFC 272 on March 5th of this year that the two welterweights collided. Covington (17-3 MMA) defeated Masvidal (35-16 MMA) in a five-round fight that went the distance.
Dana White discusses the status of Colby Covington, says “Chaos” could return at 155, 170 or 185 pounds: “There are a lot of potential options”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 17, 2022
UFC President Dana White says there are a lot of directions Colby Covington can go in. Covington is the former interim UFC Welterweight Champion but he hasn’t been able to snag undisputed gold. It isn’t for a lack of effort either as Covington has gotten past plenty of worthy foes at 170 pounds but he hasn’t been able to get past the reigning titleholder, Kamaru Usman.
Jorge Masvidal reveals he is facing three felony charges for alleged attack on Colby Covington: “This guy’s a coward f**k”
Susan Cox - June 2, 2022
Jorge Masvidal has confirmed he is facing three felony charges for his alleged attack on Colby Covington. It was Colby Covington (17-3 MMA) vs Jorge Masvidal (35-16 MMA) in the welterweight main event at UFC 272 on March 5, 2022. Covington won the fight by unanimous decision.
Jorge Masvidal says he’s innocent of all charges in alleged Colby Covington attack: “I am not going to let anyone disrespect my family”
Cole Shelton - May 30, 2022
Jorge Masvidal has said he is innocent of all charges in his alleged sucker punch attack on Colby Covington at a Miami steakhouse. After Covington defeated Masvidal in the main event of UFC 272, ‘Gamebred’ was still reeling in anger with what ‘Chaos’ had to say about him and his family. With that, Masvidal allegedly jumped Covington in Miami, chipping his tooth and damaging his watch. Still, ‘Gamebred’ claims he is innocent on all charges.
Chael Sonnen doesn't like the idea of Dustin Poirier fighting 'the best guy in the world that isn't named Kamaru Usman'
Susan Cox - May 20, 2022
Chael Sonnen is sharing his thoughts on a Dustin Poirier vs Colby Covington fight. Dustin Poirier, (28-7 MMA), a former interim UFC lightweight champion, last fought in December 2021 at UFC 269 where he was defeated by Charles Oliveira (33-8 MMA).
Kamaru Usman says Khamzat Chimaev and other contenders need to beat Colby Covington before they get a title shot
Cole Shelton - May 19, 2022
Kamaru Usman believes Khamzat Chimaev and other welterweight contenders need to get past Colby Covington before they can get a title shot. Usman is currently on the sidelines as he rehabs his hand injury. When he returns, it’s likely he will face Leon Edwards. After that, there is no clear-cut contender but Khamzat Chimaev is one fighter knocking on the door. Yet, Usman believes the Swede should have to go through Covington first.
Dustin Poirier reveals coach Mike Brown warned him against taking a fight with Colby Covington: “I don’t know if you want to put your wife and daughter through that”
Harry Kettle - May 19, 2022
Dustin Poirier has admitted that coach Mike Brown warned him against taking a fight with rival Colby Covington. Just a few days ago, Dustin Poirier seemingly accepted Colby Covington’s challenge to face him later this summer in a UFC welterweight showdown. It came a couple of months after Covington called Poirier out in the wake of defeating another member of American Top Team, and one of his former friends, Jorge Masvidal.
Daniel Cormier shocked by Dustin Poirier agreeing to fight Colby Covington; "Dude is an absolute fighter"
Josh Evanoff - May 18, 2022
Former dual-weight UFC champion Daniel Cormier is surprised that Dustin Poirier is agreeing to fight Colby Covington. Following his victory over Jorge Masvidal at UFC 272, Covington called out Poirier. The two have a history as former training partners and friends, but it would be hard to tell. During his callout, ‘Chaos’ took aim at Poirier’s wife and child.
Dustin Poirier accepts challenge from Colby Covington
Chris Taylor - May 13, 2022
Dustin Poirier has accepted the challenge laid out by former teammate Colby Covington at UFC 272. Covington had called out Poirier following his unanimous decision victory over Jorge Masvidal at March’s pay-per-view event in Las Vegas.
Jorge Masvidal - Colby Covington trial date set for August 29
Susan Cox - May 12, 2022
The Jorge Masvidal – Colby Covington trial date has been set for August 29, 2022. It was Covington (17-3 MMA) vs Masvidal (35-16 MMA) at UFC 272 in March of this year. Covington came out the victor in the welterweight main event. Just over two weeks later Masvidal allegedly attacked Covington outside of the cage.
Kamaru Usman explains why he disapproves of Jorge Masvidal’s attack on Colby Covington: “I don’t think anyone had a justification to do that”
Harry Kettle - May 10, 2022
UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman has explained why he didn’t approve of Jorge Masvidal attacking Colby Covington. While it may have been Colby Covington who got his hand raised at UFC 272, Jorge Masvidal quite clearly felt like there was some unfinished business after their Las Vegas showdown.
Colby Covington shares prediction for UFC 274 main event, trashes 'Duck Lip' Justin Gaethje
Christopher Taylor - May 7, 2022
Colby Covington has shared his prediction for tonight’s UFC 274 main event, this while trashing Justin Gaethje in the process. Gaethje (22-3 MMA) will take on Charles Oliveira (32-8 MMA) in the headliner of tonight’s pay-per-view fight card in Phoenix, Arizona.
Khamzat Chimaev mocks Nate Diaz, Colby Covington, and Conor McGregor on Twitter: "Let's fight skinny"
Josh Evanoff - May 3, 2022
UFC welterweight title contender Khamzat Chimaev is getting tired of waiting around. The Chechen superstar was last seen in action at UFC 273 last month. Chimaev scored a victory over Gilbert Burns in the biggest test of his career via unanimous decision. The win didn’t come easy, as the Brazilian knocked down and nearly finished Chimaev during the contest.
Photos of Colby Covington’s chipped tooth released after alledged Jorge Masvidal attack
Cole Shelton - May 2, 2022
Photos have been released of Colby Covington following the alleged attack by Jorge Masvidal. After Covington defeated Masvidal at UFC 272, ‘Chaos’ was out in Miami at a restaurant when Masvidal allegedly jumped him and sucker-punched him. The punches allegedly broke Covington’s tooth and left an abrasion on his wrist, along with damaging his $90,000 Rolex, and forced ‘Chaos’ to press charges.