Kamaru Usman News

Harry Kettle - November 11, 2019

UFC Welterweight Champion Kamaru Usman has given his thoughts on Jorge Masvidal and a potential showdown with “Gamebred” after UFC 244. Usman is currently preparing for his main event showdown against Colby Covington at UFC 245, in a bout that has been highly anticipated for quite some time. While he can’t afford to look past “Chaos” and towards the future, the champion is constantly being questioned about other potential contenders – with Jorge Masvidal being at the top of that list.

Tom Taylor - November 6, 2019

UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman feels that he is more American than his UFC 245 challenger Colby Covington, who is an outspoken patriot and supporter of Donald Trump. Usman, who was born in Nigeria and immigrated to America, shared his thoughts in an interview with Kristine Leahy on FAIR GAME, asserting that he is the one living the American Dream — not his MAGA hat wearing rival.

Harry Kettle - November 4, 2019

BMF title holder Jorge Masvidal has confirmed that he would be willing to step in and face either Kamaru Usman or Colby Covington in the main event of UFC 245 — if the price is right. Masvidal’s star rose even further over the weekend as he defeated Nate Diaz via doctor stoppage to win the aforementioned BMF Championship. “Gamebred” has had a phenomenal year in 2019, with this special title win coming after his two knockout victories over Darren Till and Ben Askren.

Natasha Hooper - November 2, 2019

The king of chaos, Colby Covington has accused his future opponent, Kamaru Usman of EPO use. ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ is scheduled to defend his welterweight championship belt against Covington at UFC 245 on Saturday 14th December.

Natasha Hooper - October 29, 2019

Douglas Lima believes he is the best welterweight fighter in the world and that he would even KO UFC champion, Kamaru Usman. The Brazilian fighter defeated Rory Macdonald at Bellator 232, claiming the Bellator welterweight title and the Grand Prix prize of $1 million.

Tom Taylor - October 25, 2019

Jorge Masvidal and Ben Askren have never gotten along, but that doesn’t mean they can’t come together to roast a mutual nemesis. The enemy of my enemy is my friend, as they say.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 4, 2019

Michael Bisping advises Tyron Woodley to just accept his loss to Kamaru Usman and get back on the horse. Back in March, Woodley was shutout by Usman in their UFC welterweight title bout. Usman turned in a brilliant performance and nabbed every round to take the title away from “The Chosen One.” Since that bout, Woodley has called for a rematch but the next title opportunity will go to Colby Covington at UFC 245 on Dec. 14.

Cole Shelton - October 1, 2019

Colby Covington will finally be fighting for the undisputed welterweight title at UFC 245 when he takes on current division champion, Kamaru Usman. Yet, ‘Chaos’ isn’t holding his breath the fight actually happens, as he believes there is a chance Kamaru Usman doesn’t show up.

Chris Taylor - September 27, 2019

Former UFC interim welterweight champ Colby Covington will finally get his shot at undisputed gold on December 14 when he meets Kamaru Usman at UFC 245. The news that UFC 245 had added a third title fight between Colby Covington and Kamaru Usman came earlier tonight courtesy of ESPN’s Ariel Helwani.

Cole Shelton - September 25, 2019

UFC 245 is close to getting its main event as welterweight champion, Kamaru Usman is set to take on Colby Covington. Sources tell BJPENN.com that the two are close to finalizing the contract and the bout would serve as the main event. ESPN’s Ariel Helwani was first to report the news on his MMA Reporters podcast.

Tom Taylor - September 25, 2019

The UFC has had some difficulty pinning down a welterweight title fight between champion Kamaru Usman and top contender Colby Covington. If the bout continues to give the promotion difficulty, it sounds like Usman could instead be matched up with streaking contender Leon Edwards. At least, that’s what Edwards claims.

Cole Shelton - September 19, 2019

After Colby Covington beat Robbie Lawler at UFC Newark, all signs pointed to him fighting welterweight champion, Kamaru Usman next. Many also expected that fight to be at UFC 244 in Madison Square Garden. Yet, that is not the case. Instead, negotiations between the two fell apart and the UFC booked Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal as the main event of the card.

Tom Taylor - September 13, 2019

UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman was expected to make the first defense of his title against Colby Covington this November at UFC 244. Unfortunately, the negotiations for this fight hit a snag, and Usman’s fight with Covington is still unscheduled. It’s not completely clear what caused these negotiations to stall, but fans are starting to get impatient with both sides.

Mike Heck - September 11, 2019

Leon Edwards, for a moment, had a world title opportunity presented to him during the craziness of booking the main event for UFC 244. First, it was Kamaru Usman vs. Colby Covington that was discussed, then Usman vs. Jorge Masvidal, and ultimately onto Masvidal vs. Edwards for the vacant title before landing on the signed headliner, Masvidal taking on Nate Diaz. “Rocky” has won eight fights in a row including his most recent victory over former world champion Rafael dos Anjos in the main event of UFC San Antonio. With Edwards’ recent surge, and Covington’s internal battle with the UFC going on, the 28-year-old is staking his claim at the title shot over the brash Covington.

Tom Taylor - September 9, 2019

Back in April, Tyron Woodley surrendered the UFC welterweight title to Kamaru Usman. Ever since, he’s been campaigning for a do-over with the new champion. Woodley once again called for that rematch with Usman over the weekend, shortly after news surfaced that negotiations for a bout between Usman and Colby Covington had fizzled. He did so in the replies to an Instagram post from ESPN reporter Ariel Helwani.

Cole Shelton - September 6, 2019

After Colby Covington beat Robbie Lawler at UFC Newark, all signs pointed to him fighting Kamaru Usman next for the welterweight title. Even UFC president, Dana White said that fight would be next. Yet,  the negotiations between the two reportedly hit a standstill and whether or not they fight is now up in the air. With that said, Colby Covington and Kamaru Usman continue to trade shots over social media.

Tom Taylor - September 5, 2019

Earlier today, ESPN reported that the much discussed welterweight title fight between champ Kamaru Usman and challenger Colby Covington, expected to occur at UFC 244 in November, is in jeopardy. The Kamaru Usman v Colby Covington 170 title fight is far from done, multiple sources say. In fact, negotiations have hit a snag and UFC is now looking at other options, sources say. Those options include a different welterweight title fight and/or a different main event.

Tom Taylor - September 5, 2019

When Colby Covington defeated Robbie Lawler earlier this summer, he cemented himself as the next man in line for UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman. In the subsequent weeks, the bout was linked to the upcoming UFC 244 card, scheduled for November 2 in Madison Square Garden. Unfortunately, it now sounds as though this bout in jeopardy. According to ESPN reporter Ariel Helwani, negotiations for this Usman vs. Covington fight have hit a snag, and the UFC is now considering other options.