Discussion in 'UFC Discussion' started by AL-Tappo McSnappo, Nov 5, 2021. For more analysis on the rest of the card, you can check out my projections for the entire slate here. Yes, he’s on a dominant nine-fight winning streak where he has looked nigh untouchable but he also has one win over a top-10 fighter and not even a top-5 guy at that. kamaru usman vs colby covington lowdown The pound-for-pound king Kamaru Usman (19-1) headlines Madison Square Garden for his fifth title defence and it is great to see a UFC champion so active. The UFC is clearly a fan of Michael Chandler (for some reason) and so if he starches Gaethje and Poirier claims the title, I fully expect that to be the next fight up for both men. (Photo by Steve Marcus/Getty Images) Burns hurt him badly in the first round and I thought he looked pretty bad in his rematch with Masvidal, up until the finish, in part because it looked like he was trying to force things in pursuit of a finish like he predicted. Free Fight. I suspect Usman won’t do it, but if he did, that’s the biggest fight of 2022, at least until Conor McGregor returns. 1 ranked pound-for-pound fighter Kamaru Usman and top 170-pound contender Colby Covington highlights the UFC 268 action on Saturday at Madison Square Garden. If Chandler defeats Justin, could that be the last time we talk about Justin in the title race? •. Play. He just never figured Holloway would be the one who’d need to be most convinced. UFC 268: Kamaru Usman vs. Colby Covington 2 weigh-in staredown video. Was satisfying to see Colby be outclassed the first two rounds and get dropped but goddamn credit to him for creating "chaos" and doing his darnest to blitz Kamaru. “I wobbled him a couple times. It's Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington in a UFC welterweight championship bout slated for Saturday (Nov. 6, 2021) at Madison Square Garden. Kamaru Usman vs. Colby Covington (Welterweight) Rose Namajunas vs. Zhang Weili (Strawweight) Frankie Edgar vs. Marlon Vera (Bantamweight) Shane Burgos vs. Billy Quarantillo (Featherweight) Justin . If that fight had gone the distance, perhaps Covington would have received an immediate rematch instead of a lengthy delay. And while I think he is objectively worse than Usman in almost every category, I question where Usman is in his career right now. Conor McGregor says he knew leg may break against Dustin Poirier, vows ‘I will be back and it will be settled’. (Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images) It’s why fighters really should place more of a premium on being exciting *cough* Leon Edwards *cough*. I don’t really think he has major holes in his game, other than the holes that any athlete faces as they get older and their body starts to deteriorate, but his first fight with Covington was far closer than most remember and I think he’s declined somewhat. Kamaru Usman enters the fight as the favorite at -300, meaning it would take a wager of $300 to see a $100 profit should he successfully defend his title. Kamaru Usman vs. Colby Covington II is the main event on the main card of UFC 268. However, because Usman has lapped the division, he’s afforded a lot more rope than your regular champion. But this guy is a tough son of a bitch," Usman said, the UFC welterweight strap . Well, first up I imagine he will be talk to Joe Rogan inside the octagon where Rogan will proclaim him the greatest welterweight of all-time, because Rogan really likes to be wrong about stuff and say the things he is wrong about for the world to hear. Chandler lost and lost convincingly to an active fighter. She mixed striking and takedowns well and appeared to be in the driver’s seat going into the third. But what won’t happen is we won’t be forgetting about Justin Gaethje. But in a more fun world, in a world where Usman doesn’t pursue a money fight he has zero chance to win, in a world where Usman says “F*ck it”goes full YOLO, he gets on the mic and calls out Khamzat Chimaev. The rematch took on a more measured pace early than the Fight of the Year, volume-heavy battle that played out two years ago. Things get a little murkier if Oliveira defends the belt given how recently they fought, but since Chandler almost won and the rest of the lightweight contenders are seemingly one-win away, it wouldn’t shock me if Chandler got some more of that Dana White privilege. Don't Miss A Single Strike Of UFC 268: Usman vs Covington 2, Live From Madison Square Garden in New York City on Saturday, November 6, 2021. I projected Kamaru Usman as a 71.5% favorite in this welterweight title bout, and I don't see value on either side of the moneyline. Offensively, Covington pursues takedowns at a higher rate because Usman has superior top control. Poirier responds to McGregor: A lot of excuses. It's part of UFC 268 which will be UFC's first time . Usman and Covington initially fought at UFC 245 in December 2019 . Usman and Covington should enter the Octagon around 12 a.m. Jorge Masvidal hasn’t given up on a fight with rival Leon Edwards. Justin Gaethje vs. Michael Chandler. And on the feet, Usman is the far more accurate (+16%), efficient (+2.23 to +1.26 strike differential), and defensively sound (+2%) striker. If Usman comes in with anything other than the intent to win a five-round war of attrition, I think that mentality and his very slight decline is enough to tip the scales in favor of Covington. November 6, 2021 5:52 am. Trevor Whitman’s influence is apparent, and the development is frightening for the rest of the division — who knocks out Jorge Masvidal LIKE THAT?! The 13-fight card will start at 6:15 p.m. “But I know he did his homework. Let’s break down the main event of UFC 268 and see where we can find some value. Skip recommended stories carousel and go to main content. If Covington hasn't made the . But Namajunas found her footing in what was a close middle frame before taking control in rounds four and five. I project value on Usman’s KO/TKO prop (projected +133, listed +150) but prefer his odds to win inside the distance or by finish (projected +100, listed +120). Gaethje is the most exciting fighter in MMA history, full stop. Welterweight champion Kamaru Usman (19-1 MMA, 14-0 UFC) puts his title on the line against heated rival Colby Covington (16-2 MMA, 11-2 UFC) in the headliner rematch. Frankie Edgar via third-round knockout (kick, punches) “I came out a little sluggish,” Covington admitted at post-fight media availability. kamaru usman vs colby covington lowdown The pound-for-pound king Kamaru Usman (19-1) headlines Madison Square Garden for his fifth title defence and it is great to see a UFC champion so active. Both welterweights are tremendous wrestlers, but neither man attempted a takedown in their first fight. UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman (L) punches Colby Covington in their welterweight title fight during UFC 245 at T-Mobile Arena on December 14, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. “That guy’s tough,” Usman said of the challenger. DISCLAIMER: This site is 100% for entertainment purposes only and does not involve real money betting. Kamaru Usman vs Colby Covington 2 prediction. So let me be clear, I want Kamaru Usman to win. UFC 268 fight card: Kamaru Usman vs. Colby Covington 2, Rose Namajunas vs. Zhang Weili 2 to headline event Alexander K. Lee 8/29/2021 California county closes In-N-Out over vaccine verification Kamaru Usman vs. Colby Covington 2 PPV price. Kamaru Usman vs Colby Covington 2 fight purse. He was hurt in the first fight against Masvidal and the opening round against Gilbert Burns but managed to recover and find his equilibrium quickly in both circumstances. where Rogan will proclaim him the greatest welterweight of all-time, Kamaru ‘Nigerian Nightmare’ Usman T-Shirt, UFC Authentic Fight Night Men’s Walkout Jersey, Gilbert Burns: Facing Khamzat Chimaev ‘doesn’t make sense,’ but it would be ‘hard for me to say no to a fight’, Video: Halle Berry says learning MMA for her new film ‘Bruised’ was ‘the hardest thing I’ve ever done in my professional career’, Melsik Baghdasaryan by unanimous decision. I hate myself for it but here we are. Like the first fight, I expect Covington to have moments of success in the rematch and potentially win one or two rounds against the champion, purely off of activity and output. Rose Namajunas receives a lot of love from New York crowds. Khamzat Chimaev. Both challenged for it fairly recently and both got stopped. Usman defeated Covington by fifth-round TKO at UFC 245 in December 2019. The story was set: Usman, ESPN's No.1 ranked pound-for-pound MMA fighter, is defending his UFC welterweight title for the fifth time against Covington, the No. Barry's Ticket Service guarantees that all tickets are 100% authentic and delivered on time or your money back. Read on to check the fight card, date, time, location, and ticket information for UFC 268 PPV: Kamaru Usman vs Colby Covington. There was a lot of trash talk. Kamaru Usman (c) -310 vs. Colby Covington +250, welterweight championship Rose Namajunas (c) def. If Gaethje loses to Chandler it’s a setback for sure, but he’s still only a couple wins away from contendership again. Ultimately, two of the three judges awarded the frame to Usman, locking up the win and fifth successful title defense for Usman, whom UFC president Dana White hyped as “the greatest welterweight of all time” at the post-fight media availability. Typically, Covington can outpace his opponents, but Usman could keep up on cardio and outlasted Covington by ripping the body early and often. Off a loss, maybe he gets Dan Hooker (great fight) or even better, Conor McGregor. Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington, shown here on Dec. 13, 2019, run it back on Saturday at UFC 268 inside Madison Square Garden in New York. UFC 268 odds for Kamaru Usman vs. Colby Covington 2. In a world of sporting merit based entirely upon results, Islam Makhachev does not deserve a title fight. Usman vs. Covington 2 will headline UFC 268, which will take place inside Madison Square Garden in New . Arriving on crutches and with ice on his foot, he suspects he may have broken his foot throwing a calf kick that landed on Usman’s knee in the opening frame. UFC 268 odds for Kamaru Usman vs. Colby Covington 2. It is very rare these days, but you can see why he keeps stepping back in that cage because he is getting better and better. It is very rare these days, but you can see why he keeps stepping back in that cage because he is getting better and better. ET, before the pay-per-view main card begins at 10 p.m. Alexander Volkanovski always knew he’d have to meet Max Holloway in a trilogy match despite being up 2-0 in the series. Kamaru Usman vs. Colby Covington Prediction. Revenge will be in the air at Madison Square Garden on Sunday as a tantalizing UFC 268 card tees up two world title rematches. 1 contender in both skills. And you know who people are clamoring for? ET. The current UFC 268: Usman vs Covington 2 fight card looks as the following: Main Card (10 pm ET / 7 pm PT / 2 am GMT / 1 pm AEDT / 10 am AWST) Kamaru Usman vs. Colby Covington - Usman's UFC welterweight title. For his part, Covington, who by the wee hours of Sunday morning was back to bashing Usman as a “cheater,” agreed. • Kamaru Usman (c) vs. Colby Covington • Rose Namajunas (c) vs. Zhang Weili • Frankie Edgar vs. Marlon Vera • Shane Burgos vs. Billy Quarantillo • Justin Gaethje vs. Michael Chandler No. The championship rematch at UFC 268 between Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington wasn't short on plotlines. November 6, 2021 5:52 am. That said, Covington’s best weapons — his wrestling and cardio — are neutralized in going against Usman, the only welterweight who is superior to the No. Colby Covington by unanimous decision (48-47, 48-47, 49-46) | Results, Highlights & More Tags Sadly for Makhachev, the fact that he can probably kick the tar out of any other 155er in the world probably won’t amount to much given the state of lightweight right now. I projected Kamaru Usman as a 71.5% favorite in this welterweight title bout, and I don’t see value on either side of the moneyline. Kamaru Usman vs Colby Covington 2 will take place in November at UFC 268, read on to know the fight card, betting odds, date, predictions, tickets and live stream details UFC 268 will take place on Saturday, 6th November at the Madison Square Garden in New York, USA. 2 guy at 170 pounds. He’s like a wrestling-focused, 170-pound Forrest Griffin. In one of the most highly anticipated fights in the UFC welterweight division, the rematch between Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington on Nov. 6 promises to be a slugfest. Georges St-Pierre reveals how he invested the money . 60. For as much as Covington is not my cup of tea, and his gimmick is bad, (I will admit he has a least improved on it over the years, but it still is cringe), he is a legitimately great fighter. He’s the one opponent (other than a Diaz brother which is a non-starter for the UFC) who fans would be legitimately hyped for, and he’s the person with whom the biggest promotion could be done. I wasn’t able to capitalize.”. UFC 268: Kamaru Usman vs Colby Covington 2 — how to watch two world title rematch fights. If the pay-per-view is purchased, all fights from UFC 268: Usman vs. Covington 2 will be available to watch on ESPN+. Look, there is no world in which Chimaev deserves a title shot. Former UFC champion Nicco Montano speaks out about a new documentary about her life that also happens to show nudity during a vulnerable moment when she was cutting weight for a past fight scheduled against Valentina Shevchenko. Compared to his last fight against Kamaru Usman, the former UFC welterweight title challenger looks to have worked on his body and strength. That fight is just one of two title bouts on the card at Madison . NEW YORK — Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington faced off at UFC 268 's ceremonial weigh-ins ahead of their rematch at Madison . I would need at least +285 (26% implied) to consider betting Covington at a 2.5% edge (projected 28.5%). When the way you fight means your name will always be on the fight poster or on top of the card, and when the way you win means people are going to say “OH MY F*CKING GOD,” you are always in the title picture. The man has no duds and that alone means he will always be in the title picture. UFC 268 Usman vs. Covington 2: Francis Ngannou, Darius Leonard and more weigh in after Kamaru Usman retains welterweight title play Kamaru Usman defends title vs. Colby Covington (1:35) A win for him tonight should earn him a title shot, no questions asked. Frankie Edgar vs Marlon Vera bantamweight bout will cap off the main card. Usman isn’t invincible, though. ET, depending on the length of the undercard bouts. He’s been stunningly impressive, true, but he has one good win and that is over a guy who was not even ranked in the MMA Fighting Global Rankings. Then, after Leon Edwards wrestles his way to victory over Jorge Masvidal next month, Usman will rematch Edwards because he believes in defending his title and Edwards will be by far the most deserving person in the division. Usman and Covington initially fought at UFC 245 in December 2019 . However, in a world where the only thing the UFC and fans are concerned about is determining who is the best fighter in the world in a specific weight class, then Makhachev would fight for the belt next because he very likely is that. “I had my moments,” Covington said in the cage afterward. UFC. I do expect one or both fighters to shoot a takedown at some point in this rematch. Usman’s edge in power played out early in the second round, too, landing digging punches to the body. On top of this, Usman has also looked pretty vulnerable in his last couple few fights. Should he defend his title this weekend, which he is heavily favored to do, he will have five title defenses under the UFC mantle, something very few champions have been able to do. Hot Tweets: Discussing Kamaru Usman vs. Colby Covington 2 and the future of the lightweight division By Jed Meshew @JedKMeshew Nov 6, 2021, 12:00pm EDT / new Kamaru Usman is still the welterweight champion after slugging it out with Colby Covington over five grueling rounds and earning the decision. I feel that way with a few of these but here are my final predictions: The one I feel the least good about is the co-main event. Maybe he can pull it off, but if he can’t, dumping the tank against Colby Covington is a horrible, horrible idea. So it’s probably going to happen. ET. Free Fight: Colby Covington vs Tyron Woodley. I don’t knock anyone for losing to Khabib and since he has retired now, that loss still counts, but in my mind, doesn’t really factor into the divisional structure. The story was set: Usman, ESPN's No.1 ranked pound-for-pound MMA fighter, is defending his UFC welterweight title for the fifth time against Covington, the No. We are back! According to Colby Covington, Kamaru Usman would've paid dearly if he hadn't agreed to their rematch in the UFC 268 main event. If Justin Gaethje wins, then I have no issue whatsoever with him getting a title shot. Covington had cleared the cobwebs by the start of the third, and each had their moments as the output from each man increased. I projected the bout to end inside of the distance 59% of the time (projected -141), and I see little value relative to the “No” in the “Fight to Go the Distance” market (listed -120). Usman has similarly predicted he will stop Covington early and I have a gut feeling that he will try and make that happen. The championship rematch at UFC 268 between Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington wasn't short on plotlines. Should he defend his title this weekend, which he is heavily favored to do, he will have five title defenses under the UFC mantle, something very few champions have been able to do. By the end of the round, it was Usman fending off chain takedown attempts from his rival, although little effective offense sprung from the sequence that capped a close middle round. The UFC confirmed during a recent UFC Fight Night broadcast that it will hold its UFC 268 event at New York City's Madison Square Garden for the . However, Covington doesn’t possess the same power as either of those men. Usman (19-1 MMA) and Covington (16-2 MMA) originally collided back at UFC 245 in December of 2019, with the 'Nigerian Nightmare' emerging victorious by of a thrilling fifth . Justin Gaethje and Michael Chandler will clash in another high-profile lightweight bout on the fight card. Kamaru Usman is a . 1 pound-for-pound fighter.. If Chandler beats Gaethje, I am going to be the saddest panda because I love Gaethjesus like a son and will maintain until I die that Chandler, like Brian Ortega, is actually a terrible fighter. UFC. UFC 268 is in the books — and it might be one for the record books. He went off as a little over a 2-1 favorite that . The long-reigning champion who has defended his belt against all comers versus this seemingly unstoppable monster. Honestly, a lot of the fights on this card were tough for me to predict because my brain was telling me one thing but my gut another. “I think we have unfinished business,” he said. The Pick: Kamaru Usman wins by Finish (+120), Copyright 2021 © Action Network Inc, All Rights Reserved.Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | AdChoices. An incidental eye poke to Covington paused the action with under a minute to go, but neither could prevent the judges from weighing in. Billy Quarantillo via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) Jorge Masvidal targets Leon Edwards in March: ‘If he says no, then Colby’s b*tch-ass it is’. ET, depending on the length of the undercard bouts. While Colby Covington could give a tough fight to the Nigerian Nightmare, it doesn't look like he will be able to dominate him. Usman had just pulled off what would be declared a solid decision win against Covington in their UFC . Usman retained his title with a fifth-round TKO. 3-ranked fighter, at one of the . The first option is that Usman will be noncommittal about his next opponent, saying that he’s already lapped the division and no one is getting him excited (which is entirely valid), and then angling for a boxing match against Canelo Alvarez that literally no one on Earth, other than Usman and his family, wants to see. Yes, with a win over Masvidal, Edwards will deserve a title shot, but no one will be clamoring for it because no one cares about Leon Edwards. At 34, Usman is past his athletic prime and has admitted that his knees are shot. For a hot second, it looked like maybe Colby Covington and Kamaru Usman might bury the hatchet. Kamaru Usman vs. Colby Covington Prediction. In late 2019, UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman and top-ranked contender Colby Covington engaged in one of the year's best fights. This Saturday, in the main event of UFC 268 in New York City . Post was not sent - check your email addresses! I suspect this won’t matter though as I think Gaethje is going to get the job done tonight. The rematch of one of the most thrilling welterweight championship fights has been set for November, although the . $69.99 (current ESPN+ subscribers) $89.98 (new subscribers) In the United States, the UFC 268 main card is available via pay-per-view on ESPN+, which . In the final minute, the champ dropped Covington with a heavy left hook and swarmed, but the challenger held on until the horn as Usman went up 20-18 on the scorecards. However, I struggle to see a path to victory for Covington beyond a close, volume-based decision. Just not sure she believes that’s her path forward. Kamaru Usman is well on his way to becoming the 170-pound greatest-of-all-time. It sells itself. Live. Get weird with it. In the opening minutes of the final round, the challenger found himself winning a brief firefight, but a takedown attempt was thwarted by Usman and stemmed Covington’s momentum. … so he stayed very poised.”. Kamaru Usman vs Colby Covington 2: Prediction. Kamaru Usman vs Colby Covington at UFC 268 Tonight's UFC 268 event is headlined by a welterweight title fight rematch featuring Kamaru Usman taking on Colby Covington. UFC 268: Usman vs. Covington 2. By Jack Bantock, CNN. Colby Covington vs. Kamaru Usman 2 has been booked for UFC 268 in November. Usman is the stronger, and more physically imposing man (with a 4-inch reach advantage), and he carries significantly more power and finishing upside in this fight. The last time Colby Covington faced off against Kamaru Usman was about two years ago at UFC 245. Now, that’s not to say he won’t get a title shot. Kamaru Usman (c) -310 vs. Colby Covington +250, welterweight championship; Weili Zhang -125 vs. Rose Namajunas (c) +105, women's strawweight championship; Marlon Vera def. ET, depending on the length . Kamaru Usman vs Colby Covington 2 is expected to take place at UFC 268 in November. 5 ranked welterweight Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson gives his insights on the UFC 268 main event rematch between 170-pound champion Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington. Do u think Makachev deserves a Title shot or he should win 1 more fight before getting it ? After two years and two fights, the two top welterweights in the world finally found a way to make peace. Madison Square Garden will be the site of a UFC championship Nov. 6, 2021 between Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington. #2. The Fights & Performances That Warranted An Extra $50,000. AL-Tappo McSnappo Blue Belt. I would need at least +285 (26% implied) to consider betting Covington at a 2.5% edge (projected 28.5%). Covington comes in as an underdog at +245, meaning that a $100 wager would return a $245 profit if Covington can avenge his loss. The best insights from the ultimate insiders. In a perfect, meritocratic world, Gaethje would have rematched Dustin Poirier for the vacant lightweight title to crown a just champion, but instead Poirier went after the cash (as he should have) and so Gaethje was left in limbo. Weili Zhang via split decision (48-47, 47-48, 49-46) Marlon Vera def. The story was set: Usman, ESPN's No.1 ranked pound-for-pound MMA fighter, is defending his UFC welterweight title for the fifth time against Covington, the No. Kamaru Usman es un gran favorito para defender su título de peso welter contra Colby Covington. Jorge Masvidal reacts to Conor McGregor’s tweet insinuating he was avoiding a fight with Leon Edwards. In the first frame, Usman landed a tad heavier and made Covington pay for a takedown by winding up on top before the two moved back to standing. Gaethje probably wins either of those matchups and then he just has to beat another top-7ish guy and boom, he’s back on the doorstep.
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