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While the internet is buzzing with the news of a possible fight between tech giants and billionaires Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, many people have joined in to share their predictions for the outcome. Furthermore, the former interim UFC welterweight champion Colby Covington has shared his take on the battle of the billionaires.

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Musk and Zuckerberg recently got into verbal back-and-forth on social media, leading to the two tech billionaires seemingly agreeing to fight each other in a cage. Things began to heat up when UFC president Dana White confirmed that he was in contact with both men and that if they were serious, a fight could be arranged between them.

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Colby Covington claims Mark Zuckerberg vs Elon Musk won’t be competitive

‘Chaos’ appeared in an interview with FOX News via Skype. He was joined by fellow UFC fighter Michael Chandler as he gave his opinion about the Musk vs Zuckerberg fight. Covington claimed that the fight between those two tech billionaires won’t be as cutthroat as people think. Both men deliver different energies. He said, “It wouldn’t even be competitive. Mark Zuckerberg, he brings beta soy boy energy. Elon Musk, he brings alpha energy.”

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Covington seemed to be in favor of the SpaceX CEO as he went on to praise Elon Musk for his efforts on free speech, reducing corruption, and more. “He’s a man of the people. He’s looking to restore free speech, he’s looking to fight the corruption and collusion at the highest levels of government,” said the UFC welterweight.

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‘Chaos’ thinks Zuckerberg may hesitate to enter the cage

Colby Covington went on to mention how Elon Musk always stands his ground. Furthermore, he praised the 51-year-old billionaire for using his tech resources to help the people. Covington said, “You know, he’s a man of the people right now. He’s an alpha – He talks the talks, and he walks the walk.”

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Furthermore, Colby Covington claimed that Mark Zuckerberg may think twice before entering the Octagon with Elon Musk because it may prove detrimental for the Meta CEO. He said, “I don’t think Zuckerberg will actually get in the Octagon with him. And if he did, I don’t think he’ll be the same person ever again.”

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It is still not yet confirmed whether the battle of the billionaires will take place or not. However, it will have the whole world watching as two of the richest individuals in the world will clash against each other in the unlikeliest of contests ever.

What are your thoughts about this fight? Drop your comments below.

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