Colby Covington Offers Shot at Surprising Redemption for Tyron Woodley After Boxing Embarrassment

Controversial UFC star Colby Covington asks Tyron Woodley to transition to wrestling after vicious KO loss against Anderson Silva.

Colby Covington Offers Shot at Surprising Redemption for Tyron Woodley After Boxing Embarrassment

Colby Covington calls out Tyron Woodley (via MMA Fighting, MMA Mania)

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Colby Covington remains one of the most divisive figures in MMA, known for his controversial opinions, brash personality, and degrading trash talk. Despite his reputation for outspoken behavior, his performance inside the Octagon has seen limited success in recent years. After a series of mixed results, Covington recently called out former UFC champion Tyron Woodley for a potential wrestling matchup.

Woodley recently returned to combat sports, competing in his third professional boxing bout against fellow UFC veteran Anderson Silva. The fight ended in a knockout loss for Woodley, marking his first competition since a brutal knockout defeat to influencer-turned-boxer Jake Paul in 2021. This bout represented Woodley’s continued effort to remain active and his willingness to explore competition.

Woodley’s UFC career officially concluded in 2021, following multiple losses and his title reign ending in 2019. He faced Covington previously in 2020, with the fight ending due to a rib injury that forced Woodley to stop. Covington has renewed his challenge, calling for a wrestling-focused contest and framing it as an opportunity for the former champion to attempt a comeback against a familiar opponent.

We all know you need the money, so let me help you one more time. Quit boxing… come on over to Real American Freestyle. After I mop the mat with Luke Rockhold January 10th, you could take your chance at redemption.

Colby Covington via X

At his peak, Woodley was considered one of the UFC’s most dangerous welterweights, combining striking, wrestling, and grappling into a well-rounded skill set. His presence in the cage was intimidating, and he earned notable victories over Darren Till and Robbie Lawler. Since losing the welterweight title to Kamaru Usman in 2019, Woodley has faced a series of defeats in both MMA and boxing competitions.

The rivalry between Covington and Woodley dates back to their 2020 fight, which left lingering tensions between the two. Woodley notably refused to shake Covington’s hand after the bout, and ‘Chaos’ subsequently mocked Woodley’s knockout loss to Paul. Their ongoing antagonism highlights the personal and professional friction that continues to fuel discussions of a potential rematch.

Several former UFC fighters continue competing under the Real American Freestyle banner, maintaining activity in combat sports outside the UFC. Covington is set to face Luke Rockhold at RAF 5 in January 2026, highlighting his involvement with the organization. While Tyron Woodley has not competed in RAF events, a potential wrestling-focused contest with Colby Covington may be a good choice for his career.

Colby Covington asks former rival to retire after vicious loss

Leon Edwards suffered a brutal knockout loss to Carlos Prates at UFC 322, marking his third consecutive defeat in the promotion. Once the reigning welterweight champion, Edwards has seen a sharp decline in performance over a short period, going from titleholder to consecutive losses. The result has raised questions about his position in the division and his ability to rebound in upcoming matchups.

Colby Covington blames the judges prejudice for his loss against Leon Edwards
Colby Covington vs Leon Edwards (via MMA Fighting)

Edwards has a notable history with Colby Covington, having faced him at UFC 296. Edwards won that fight, demonstrating his striking and tactical advantage over the former contender. Following Edwards’ recent struggles, Covington publicly suggested ‘Rocky’ retire, reigniting their rivalry and highlighting the tensions between the two fighters.

He should probably retire, he’s lost the hunger.

Colby Covington via X

The stakes are significant for both athletes moving forward. The UK native faces pressure to regain form and secure wins to remain relevant in the welterweight division, while Covington continues to assert himself as a divisive figure challenging top fighters. Any potential future encounters or statements from either fighter will impact their legacies and the broader landscape of the UFC welterweight class.

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