Next in line, Covington mocks Usman's victory over Masvidal at UFC 261

C. Covington at a UFC press conference. Photo: Reproduction/YouTube UFC

Confirmed by Dana White as the next challenger for the welterweight belt (up to 77kg.), Colby covington has already started promoting the rematch. After closely watching his eternal rival's collision, Kamaru UsmanOn Jorge masvidal No. UFC 261, the North American didn't miss the opportunity to provoke the champion. On his Twitter account, the 'loudmouth' mocked the Nigerian's triumph.

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"Kamaru Usman presented himself as trash, but it's not like you need to be good to win Jorge masvidal. What is it now, 20 losses?”, poked Colby.

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Illustrious spectator of UFC 261, Covington was present in Jacksonville to watch the performance of the night's protagonists up close. Current number one in the group's ranking, the athlete even stated that he was ready to replace one of the fighters, if an incident occurred.

Former interim champion of the category, Covington still hasn't come to terms with the defeat he suffered against Usman in 2019. At the time, the fighters had one of the most exciting clashes of that season. The American, however, ended up defeated with a knockout at the end of the fifth round.

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Without fighting since the triumph over Tyron woodley, in September 2020, 'Chaos' now awaits confirmation of the rematch for Ultimate.

Marty looked like trash, but it's not like you have to be any good to beat @GamebredFighter. What's that now 20 losses? Backstabbing boom. # ufc261

— Colby covington (@ColbyCovMMA) April 25, 2021