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sports2 years ago

Leon Edwards Reluctantly Grants Belal Muhammad Next Title Shot

After Leon Edwards defeated Colby Covington at UFC 296, the talk of who he will defend his Welterweight title against next has been ongoing. Belal Muhammad has firmly established himself as the No. 1 contender with his ranking and 10-fight unbeaten streak, but Edwards has shown disinterest in a rematch. Muhammad expressed frustration, citing Edwards' previous experience of being brushed off before his title shot. Edwards finally agreed to the fight, though he continued to troll Muhammad. The potential rematch could take place at UFC 300 in April 2024.

via MMA Mania|
#belal-muhammad#leon-edwards#rematch
sports2 years ago

"Leon Edwards Defeats Colby Covington to Retain UFC 296 Title"

Leon Edwards successfully defended his welterweight title against Colby Covington in a lackluster main event at UFC 296. Edwards dominated the fight with leg kicks and takedowns, while Covington struggled to mount any significant offense. All three judges scored the fight in favor of Edwards, who admitted that Covington's personal attacks affected him emotionally. This marks Covington's third unsuccessful attempt at the welterweight title.

via MMA Junkie|
#colby-covington#leon-edwards#sports
sports2 years ago

Leon Edwards Dominates Colby Covington in UFC 296 Victory

Leon Edwards defeats Colby Covington via unanimous decision in a one-sided performance at UFC 296, successfully defending his UFC welterweight title for the second time. Edwards showcased his superior athleticism, picking Covington apart with leg kicks and landing clean strikes from the outside. The tension between the fighters escalated at the prefight news conference, with Covington making disrespectful comments about Edwards' late father. Edwards expressed his emotional response to the comments but managed to stay focused and secure the victory. With this win, Edwards extends his unbeaten streak to 13 fights, while Covington attributes his performance to ring rust.

via ESPN|
#colby-covington#emotional-victory#leon-edwards
sports2 years ago

"UFC 296: Edwards vs Covington - Weigh-in Results, Predictions, and Faceoff Drama"

Leon Edwards and Colby Covington successfully made weight at the UFC 296 official weigh-ins for their welterweight title grudge match. Alexandre Pantoja and Brandon Royval also made weight for their flyweight title co-main event. Backup fighters Belal Muhammad and Brandon Moreno are prepared to step in if needed. All 24 fighters on the card successfully made weight.

via MMA Fighting|
#colby-covington#leon-edwards#sports
sports2 years ago

Colby Covington Eyes Showdown with Sean Strickland After UFC 296 Victory

Colby Covington expresses his disdain for UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland, stating that he would love to fight and "slap him around." Covington believes Strickland is a "pathetic excuse of a human being" and criticizes his intelligence. While Covington is focused on his upcoming welterweight title fight against Leon Edwards, he dismisses the idea of facing former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker, stating that Whittaker is no longer relevant. Covington emphasizes his willingness to comply with the UFC's decisions and desires the biggest and best fights for the fans and the promotion.

via MMA Fighting|
#colby-covington#grudge-match#sean-strickland
sports2 years ago

"Kell Brook Exposes Weaknesses in Spence-Crawford Showdown; Froch Changes Prediction"

Former welterweight champion Kell Brook has exposed the weaknesses of both Errol Spence Jr and Terence Crawford ahead of their highly anticipated undisputed showdown. Brook, who fought both fighters in the past, highlighted Spence's tendency to get frustrated and hurt early in fights, while noting that Crawford starts slow but improves as the fight progresses. The upcoming bout is expected to feature intense tactical battles and explosive exchanges.

via dazn.com|
#errol-spence-jr#flaws#kell-brook
sports2 years ago

MMA fighters react to Jorge Masvidal's retirement and accusations of cheating.

Colby Covington dismisses Gilbert Burns' claim for a welterweight title shot, stating that Burns is not yet a star and needs to win a few more fights. Covington also mocks Jorge Masvidal for losing to Kamaru Usman and calls him a felon and a coward. Covington is set to challenge Leon Edwards for the welterweight title, while Masvidal faces an active criminal case from Covington after attacking him outside a Miami steakhouse in 2022.

via MMA Mania|
#colby-covington#gilbert-burns#jorge-masvidal
sports2 years ago

Jorge Masvidal's Retirement Fight and Gamebred Boxing Pitch to Darren Till

Gilbert Burns demands to be a backup for the expected title fight between Leon Edwards and Colby Covington, and to be the next in line in case his services aren’t needed as a replacement. Burns issued an ultimatum that he will only do his training camp for five rounds, go to London, and be next in line to fight for the title, otherwise, he will leave the UFC. UFC president Dana White liked Burns's demands and agreed to it.

via MMA Junkie|
#colby-covington#gilbert-burns#leon-edwards
sports2 years ago

Jorge Masvidal Takes Aim at Colby Covington's Cop-Calling Championship

Jorge Masvidal is confident that he is still in the running for the welterweight title despite Dana White anointing Colby Covington as the next contender. Masvidal plans to defeat Gilbert Burns and then fight Leon Edwards for the belt. He also called out Covington, whom he dislikes, for being a "cops-calling b****" and a "bonafide snitch." Masvidal promised to legally "kill his ass" when they meet in the cage again.

via MMA Fighting|
#colby-covington#jorge-masvidal#mma
sports2 years ago

Jorge Masvidal Reflects on Losses to Kamaru Usman and Leon Edwards.

Jorge Masvidal believes Kamaru Usman may have rushed back to action too soon following his knockout loss to Leon Edwards at UFC 278. Masvidal, who twice challenged Usman for the welterweight title, lost a wide unanimous decision the first time around and then got knocked out cold by Usman in the rematch. Masvidal says he still hasn’t quite made peace with what happened and wants to fight Usman again. Masvidal is scheduled to face Gilbert Burns in the co-main event of UFC 287.

via MMA Fighting|
#jorge-masvidal#kamaru-usman#leon-edwards
sports2 years ago

Ngannou alleges Usman fought injured and unprepared at UFC 286

Francis Ngannou, a friend and fellow former champion of Kamaru Usman, claimed that Usman didn't train properly due to multiple injuries ahead of his UFC 286 fight against Leon Edwards. Usman lost the fight via a majority decision, failing to reclaim his Welterweight title. Despite the loss, Ngannou believes Usman will bounce back and regain the title.

via MMA Mania|
#francis-ngannou#kamaru-usman#leon-edwards
sports2 years ago

"UFC fighters face tough decisions and controversies ahead of upcoming fights"

Colby Covington warns Leon Edwards not to decline a title fight with him, stating that "you don't cross your boss." Edwards had previously said he would turn down the fight because Covington doesn't deserve it. Covington scoffed at Edwards' explanation and the critics of UFC President Dana White's decision to name him the next-in-line for the 170-pound title. Covington believes he'll get his title shot when he returns to the octagon, even if it's not against Edwards.

via MMA Fighting|
#colby-covington#dana-white#leon-edwards