Colby Covington discloses X-ray from broken foot during Leon Edwards fight leading to embarrassing loss

Colby Covington recently confessed that he fractured his foot during his UFC 296 fight with Leon Edwards. This has shed new light on his performance and subsequent loss. The welterweight contender met Edwards in a highly anticipated fight but lost by unanimous decision. Covington, a former interim welterweight champion, has now revealed X-ray photographs to back up his claim. He said that his fractured foot greatly hampered his performance during the bout.

In a recent interview, Covington discussed the injuries and showed X-rays. The photos showed a shattered and damaged foot, which supported his claim that the injury happened early in the fight. According to Covington, the injury happened when a kick landed straight on Leon Edwards‘ elbow. This is what he said:

You know I broke my foot right away and couldn’t plant or explode off it to use the wrestling or pressure I wanted to use…Yeah, I knew right away it was bad because it was the first kick I threw, it landed right on his elbow.

Colby Covington via Submission Radio

Colby Covington‘s decision to provide X-ray proof is unique since it provides fans with a visual sense of the depth of his injuries. This proof lends credibility to his explanation and helps fans and skeptics alike understand the physical obstacles he experienced in the Octagon.

As Covington deals with the consequences of his fractured foot and loss to Edwards, the MMA environment remains unclear. The possibility of a fighter’s revival from such an injury raises questions about Covington’s future in the competitive welterweight class.

Colby Covington hits back at Ian Garry for his remarks against him

Following his recent loss to Leon Edwards at UFC 296, Colby Covington has broken his silence to reply to rising welterweight contender, Ian Garry. Garry had put him on his hit list for 2024. In a recent interview with Submission Radio, Covington showed his customary confidence and responded to Garry’s criticisms.

Garry had planned to target Covington in 2024. Covington, known for his abrasive nature, stated that he has never turned down a fight. He also mentioned different prospective opponents, giving Gilbert Burns as an example.

If he can get through the bus boy [Geoff Neal] and UFC deems that to be the biggest and best business the UFC can do in the welterweight division, then let’s do it.

Colby Covington via Submission Radio

Colby Covington navigates the aftermath of UFC 296 and answers to challenges from both fellow fighters and emerging contenders. The welterweight division remains a beehive of intrigue and possible clashes. Covington’s bout with his next opponent will definitely impact the division’s storyline in the coming months.

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