Covington’s Sharp Attack on Strickland Before UFC 296
Ahead of one of the most anticipated bouts at UFC 296, Colby Covington, known as “Chaos”, finds himself in the spotlight not just for his upcoming fight against Leon Edwards, but also for his blunt comments about Sean Strickland, the UFC’s middleweight champion.
In a recent interview with CODE Sports, Covington didn’t mince words when expressing his thoughts on Strickland.
“He’s trying to be everything he wishes I was,” Covington said. “I’d love to slap Sean Strickland around. He’s just a pathetic excuse for a human being, the guy has literally no freaking IQ. The guy’s so damn stupid. What he says, he needs to get his mouth wired shut, and I’m the guy to do it.”
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As Covington prepares for his fight against Edwards, which could lead to another chance at the welterweight title, his comments on Strickland serve as a reminder of the constant psychological warfare in MMA. Covington continues, “The UFC knows I’m the one who can finish these guys who hate the company and hate the world, so I’d love to fight Sean Strickland.”
The article concludes with a question to the readers: “What do you think about Covington’s chances against Edwards at UFC 296, and how would a confrontation between Covington and Strickland look if it ever came to fruition?”
In conclusion, Colby Covington stands in the limelight ahead of his upcoming match against Leon Edwards at UFC 296, not just for his pursuit of the welterweight belt but also for his sharp comments against Sean Strickland. Covington’s statements, as direct as they are controversial, reflect the psychological aspect of MMA and create speculation about potential future encounters in the sport. While his immediate attention is focused on Edwards, Covington’s words about Strickland leave the door open for future rivalries and exciting possibilities within the UFC.
