“I Had to Show Him That Respect” – Kamaru Usman After Defeating Colby Covington at UFC 268
Follow Us
One of the most anticipated fights of the year, Kamaru Usman vs. Colby Covington 2, finally took place. Both men looked to settle the score after their epic first fight at UFC 245.
The fight started with both fighters taking a cautious approach and not going after each other straight away. However, ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ looked to have found his range early and dominated Covington in the first two rounds. He knocked down his opponent twice in the second round. However, ‘Chaos‘ weathered that storm and looked more comfortable in the later rounds.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
In the post-fight interview, Joe Rogan asked Kamaru Usman about what he and ‘Chaos’ spoke about after their fight.
The winner replied, “When you share an octagon with someone this tough, you can’t help it. That respect is going to come. He hit me with some shots. I could tell him and his coaches over there, MMA Masters, they’ve been working on it.”
Great show of respect from the Champ towards his most bitter rival 👏
[ @Usman84kg | #UFC268 | #AndStill ] pic.twitter.com/NDndGfpFj8— UFC (@ufc) November 7, 2021
“His technique came down, his power went up a little bit and I could tell they’ve been working on it. So, I had to show him that respect,” he added.
Francis Ngannou and Other UFC Fans React on Twitter as Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington Put on a Five Round Show
End of bad blood between Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington?
Ever since the announcement of their first fight at UFC 245, both men have been going at each other. From the very beginning, they have made it clear that they don’t like each other. Even after an epic clash at UFC 245, the bad blood didn’t end. Instead, it escalated even further.
After many tries to make the fight, UFC 268 was chosen as the event for the much-awaited rematch. Even in the build-up to this match, the duo trash-talked to a great extent.
Trending
“Jamie F**ked Up”- Fans React as Joe Rogan and Tucker Carlson’s JRE Episode Is Deleted in Minutes
April 19, 2024 03:05 PM EDT
Justin Gaethje’s Woes Pile Up After UFC 300 as Islam Makhachev’s Coach Personally Sends Ex-BMF a Sad Update
April 18, 2024 02:04 PM EDT
“Bubble Gut From High HGH Abuse” – Joe Rogan’s Dire Health Concern Flare Up as Fans Worry About UFC Commentator
April 16, 2024 05:03 AM EDT
Maura Tierney Exposes Why Joe Rogan’s Character Was a “Conspiracy Theorist” on ‘NewsRadio’ – “Does Not Surprise Me”
April 19, 2024 04:00 PM EDT
“Looks Just as Confused” – Justin Gaethje Receives Untoward Backlash From Fans After UFC 300 Max Holloway KO
April 15, 2024 11:59 AM EDT
Get instantly notified of the hottest UFC stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.
Follow Us
The rematch delivered and in the end, Usman and Covington embrace after 5️⃣ rounds at #UFC268 pic.twitter.com/fHUa8Tna6D
— ESPN MMA (@espnmma) November 7, 2021
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
However, one unusual thing after this fight was the bitter rivals embracing each other. The warriors seemed to have a newfound respect for each other after going toe-to-toe for almost 10 rounds.
WATCH THIS STORY – Event Recap: Best Fights From UFC 268: Kamaru Usman vs. Colby Covington 2
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Fans loved to see the two men dish it out in the octagon, and they’ll be hoping for more of this in the future as well.
What did you make of the post-fight interaction between the duo? Let us know in the comments!
Written by:
