“British didn’t give freedom, we took it!” Colby Covington sends message to Leon Edwards weeks before title fight

Social media platforms allow combatants to exchange messages and build anticipation for possible bouts. Colby Covington, a polarising character in the UFC’s welterweight division, sent a message to his opponent, Leon Edwards, in the most recent chapter of this virtual drama.

The MMA Orbit post posted this on their X account. However, it was originally posted on Covington’s Instagram account. Colby Covington, renowned for his outspoken personality and tireless self-promotion, looks to be utilizing social media to keep his name in the forefront and stir up controversy in the welterweight class. This is what he had to say:

Everybody knows you didn’t want this fight. But just lke the English didnt want to give us our freedom, here in America, we took it. And Decemeber 16th is going to be no different. I am taking that belt back to America and you are going back to the UK empty handed junior. See you soon.

Colby Covington via Instagram

Colby Covington is set to face the reigning champion, Leon Edwards for the welterweight title on 16th December. This event is set to be held at the iconic T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Colby is coming off a sizable underdog in this fight against Edwards.

The UFC welterweight division is once again at the center of intrigue and excitement as the internet buzzes with comments to Colby Covington’s statement. Fight fans eagerly anticipate the next chapter’s unfolding in this welterweight fighter’s ongoing story.

Colby Covington claims Leon Edwards did not earn his title shot

Colby Covington has sparked controversy ahead of his highly anticipated bout at UFC 296. He claimed that Leon Edwards’s opponent did not earn or deserve his crack at the UFC welterweight title. Covington claimed in an interview with UFC.com that Edwards chose a different path, emphasizing his own unique road to championship contention.

Covington highlighted that his hard work earned him the title shot. He dissed Leon Edwards for just nagging UFC into giving him a title shot. According to Covington, he had to navigate his way unconventionally because there was no straight way to do so.

Covington’s remarks add to the pre-fight anticipation and tension. As UFC 296 approaches, the verbal sparring between Covington and Edwards is certain to heat up, providing another layer of excitement to their upcoming fight. MMA fans will surely be waiting to see whether Covington can back up his words with actions and fulfill his prediction of breaking “Rocky” in pursuit of the coveted welterweight title.

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