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Colby Covington viciously rips NBA star LeBron James: ‘Captain I Hate America’

Colby Covington viciously rips NBA star LeBron James: 'Captain I hate America' Former interim UFC welterweight champion, Colby Covington has once more hit out at basketball superstar, LeBron James amid his…

Former interim UFC welterweight champion, Colby Covington has once more hit out at basketball superstar, LeBron James amid his appearance at the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris, @labelling the Los Angeles Laker player “Captain I hate America”.

Covington, a former interim welterweight titleholder and the current number number four ranked divisional contender, has been out of action since he headlined UFC 296 back in December, suffering his third loss in an undisputed title fight, in a decision loss to Leon Edwards.

Colby Covington once more hits out at LeBron James

And expected to make his return later this year amid links to a showdown with the unbeaten, Ian Garry, as well as a grudge fight with former interim lightweight champion, Dustin Poirier – Covington has once more stoked the flames on his rivalry with NBA megastar, James on social media.

“You have ‘Captain I Hate America’ LeBron James bestowed the honor of carrying the stars and stripes? Colby Covington said in a video. “When I heard that he was going to be the one carrying his country’s flag, I thought it was going to be for China. What happened LeBron? Did you finally give equality and justice to all those children and women sowing your shoes?”

“Did you bring those jobs back to the States?” Colby Covington continued. “Or would that mess with your profit margin?”

Earning himself another gold medal at this summer’s Olympic Games in Paris, James alongside, Stephen Curry, Anthony Edwards, Kevin Durant, Derrick White, Tyrese Haliburton, Jayson Tatum, Joel Embiid, Jrue Holiday, Bam Adebayo, Anthony Davis, and Devin Hooker – team USA defeated France with a 98-87 score in the men’s final gold medal match.

Covington’s run-in with the previously mentioned James comes as not the only UFC star to hit out at the polarizing basketball player, with King Green claiming he would “wax” the veteran if they ever fought each other.

Belal Muhammad Rips ‘Coward’ Colby Covington: ‘Biggest Clown in the UFC’

Belal Muhammad is more than happy to face anyone the promotion puts in front of him. Except for Colby…

Belal Muhammad is more than happy to face anyone the promotion puts in front of him. Except for Colby Covington.

‘RememberThe Name’ delivered a dominant five-round performance against Leon Edwards in Manchester last month, leaving with the welterweight world title wrapped around his waist.

Without missing a beat, the failed three-time UFC title challenger immediately went to work on social media, slamming Muhammad and fishing for another undeserved shot at UFC gold.

“It’s funny. He’s literally the biggest clown in the UFC,” Muhammad told MMA Fighting. “It’s embarrassing to see how he’s trying to grasp for any sort of attention and say anything. ‘Let me catch him outside.’ Bro, I wish I see you outside. Let’s see what you would do. I literally called him out since 2017 when I fought in Australia. This guy’s a coward.

“But that’s what he does. He shied away from that Ian Garry fight. He said it wasn’t worth his time. If he would have won that fight, his name could have been right back in the mix. So now he looks dumb. He’s a clown. I’m wondering what he’s going to do next.

“There’s nobody out there that I see him saying yes to. He’s going to wait and hope that Tony Ferguson comes back and fights one more fight and then he’s going to win that and say, ‘See I deserve to be in there, look what I just did to Tony Ferguson!’”

Going 2-3 in his last five fights with all three of the losses coming in title fights, it’s hard to imagine ‘Chaos’ weaseling his way into another shot without first picking up a few noteworthy wins in the division.

His latest appearance inside the Octagon delivered dismal results with him being systematically shut down by Leon Edwards over the course of five rounds at UFC 296.

“There’s zero percent chance,” Muhammad said of Covington getting another title shot. “I said he sucked before the Leon Edwards fight and they gifted him the title shot. There’s nobody in the top five that he could beat. There’s nobody in there where I could see him and say, ‘Well, if he beats him, there’s a chance.’

“I don’t see him accepting any top-five fights and I definitely don’t see him beating any top fighters if he gets that chance.”

Belal Muhammad ready to hand Shavkat Rakhmonov his first career loss

Instead, Belal Muhammad would rather focus his attention on some of the legit killers atop the welterweight division. Specifically, undefeated finisher Shavkat Rakhmonov.

“He’s the boogeyman,” Muhammad said of Rakhmonov. “The guy that everyone thinks will dominate everybody. When I look at stylistically what I’ll be able to do to him and what I’ve seen, there’s nothing he shows me where I’m like, ‘Oh man, I’ve got to be afraid of this or that.’ He’s not a specialist anywhere. Obviously, he’s a specialist in finishing, but I’ve only been finished once in my life.”

‘Nomad’ is a perfect 18-0 in his mixed martial arts career with a 100% finish rate. In his last three outings, Rakhmonov has put away Neil Magny, Geoff Neal, and Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson. He currently sits as the No. 3 ranked contender in the division.

Donald Trump Names His Favorite UFC Fighter and it’s NOT who you expect

Colby Covington is likely punching air somewhere while wearing his Donald Trump themed jammies. This week, on a live…

Colby Covington is likely punching air somewhere while wearing his Donald Trump themed jammies. This week, on a live stream, presidential candidate Donald Trump named his favorite UFC fighter; and it’s not the MAGA-obsessed welterweight.

Donald Trump Favorite MMA Fighter

Sitting down with video game streamer Adin Ross, the New York-born Donald Trump discussed a whole host of things including his favorite UFC fighter. Trump has long been a supporter of the UFC and MMA. Dana White, UFC president, has spoken at his conventions in multiple years. Trump even helped support the UFC with his casinos when the organization was struggling. The luxury hotel owner was also a financial backer of UFC competitor Affliction.

Donald Trump said:

“Well, I think Khabib. Khabib was 29-0, and then his father died and he stopped. I think he never lost a round. He fought many times, he never lost a round. I got to meet him at a fight, two fights ago, as I walked in with Dana… I met Khabib and he said ‘You are the man who could stop the war’ talking about the war in Ukraine and Russia” [Ht BJPenn]

Donald Trump says his favorite UFC fighter in history is the Dagestani-Russian Khabib Nurmagomedov. ‘The Eagle’ Nurmagomedov retired as the lightweight world champion with an unbeaten record in his professional career. Along the way, the Russian had defeated notable fighters such as Dustin Poirier, Justin Gaethje, and his rival Conor McGregor.

Welterweight contender Colby Covington must be upset at this news. For years ‘Choas’ Covington has read Trump books in public, wore MAGA hats to press conferences, and even worn clothing with the face of Donald Trump on it. To be so obsessed with this man and then have him not like you back must feel like a slap in the face.

Additionally, Trump once watched Covington compete but walked out when he was speaking. To add, Colby Covington is certainly not a fan of Khabib Nurmagomedov who he has trash-talked repeatedly, about his family, manager, and training partners.

Colby Covington is winless in his multiple bids to become a UFC champion. Since 2020 he has earned a UFC record of 2-3. The US-born ‘Choas’ is largely known for his antics outside of the octagon.

‘I want to fight Colby Covington’ – Michael Chiesa calls out idle welterweight for Battle of the Northwest

After an impressive first-round finish against Tony Ferguson in Abu Dhabi, TUF alumnus Michael Chiesa has the perfect opponent…

After an impressive first-round finish against Tony Ferguson in Abu Dhabi, TUF alumnus Michael Chiesa has the perfect opponent in mind for his next appearance.

Chiesa’s appearances inside the Octagon have been few and far between in recent years, but ‘Maverick’ is ready to get right back to work after putting away the former interim lightweight titleholder with relative ease inside Etihad Arena.

During a post-fight interview, Chiesa called for a clash with three-time title challenger Colby Covington to determine who the best wrestler in the Pacific Northwest truly is.

Michael Chiesa called out Colby Covington after his win over Tony Ferguson:

"I want to fight Colby Covington… the guy can sit on the sidelines and say whatever he wants…

Are you gonna idly sit around and do nothing, or are you gonna come back and fight. Keep your ranking, I… pic.twitter.com/nDy1iDfUzW

— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) August 4, 2024

“I want to fight Colby Covington. I’ve been saying this for years,” Chiesa said. “That guy can sit on the sidelines and say whatever he wants. I’m not chasing the ranking. I don’t give a sh*t. I just want to find out who is the best fighter. Who is the best welterweight in the Pacific Northwest? I know he resides in Dade County, Mr. 305, but let’s find out who’s the best in the Northwest. Is it me or is it you?

“That’s what I want to find out. Are you going to idly sit down and do nothing? Or are you going to come back and fight? Keep your ranking, I don’t give a sh*t. I just want to find out who’s the best in the Northwest” (h/t Sherdog).

Colby Covington clings to his No. 4 ranking despite little activity and even fewer wins

Like Chiesa, Covington is 2-3 in his last five, though ‘Chaos’ is barely averaging one fight per year at this point. Still, that hasn’t stopped the staunch MAGA supporter from talking his way into a title opportunity — or three of them. Covington came up short in all three bids, losing to Kamaru Usman twice before getting shut down by Leon Edwards in his last outing.

Covington appeared to be on a collision course with rising contender Ian Machado Garry after ‘Chaos’ shared some distasteful remarks regarding Garry’s marriage to TV personality Layla Machado Garry. Unfortunately, interest in that fight quickly waned after ‘The Future’ claimed Covington had declined the UFC’s offer to make it happen.

Covington has since denied that the promotion ever offered him the fight.

Despite his limited activity and zero wins over anyone in the current welterweight top 15, Covington continues to cling to his No. 4 ranking, making him a target for fighters like Garry who is steadily working his way up the ladder.

However, it looks like ‘Chaos’ is more interested in waiting for undeserved title fights or marquee matchups against fighters on an active losing streak.

Belal Muhammad blasts Colby Covington: ‘He’s a joke — I beg you, let me see you in public’

Reacting to recent comments from former interim champion, Colby Covington off the back of his undisputed championship win, the…

Reacting to recent comments from former interim champion, Colby Covington off the back of his undisputed championship win, the newly-minted, Belal Muhammad has claimed it would be ‘on sight’ with the outspoken veteran if they meet soon.

Muhammad, the current undisputed welterweight champion, ended the run of two-time opponent, Leon Edwards last weekend in the main event of UFC 304, defeating the Birmingham native with a one-sided unanimous decision victory in Manchester.

Himself sidelined since he unsuccessfully challenged Edwards for gold in December of last year, Covington suffered his own shutout decision loss – with his most recent win coming the year prior in a grudge fight judging win against former training partner, Jorge Masvidal.

Belal Muhammad laughs off Leon Edwards' cardio 'It is hilarious'

Belal Muhammad reacts to Colby Covington steroid accuses

Welcoming the chance to take on former champion and still number one contender, Kamaru Usman – or the unbeaten finishing star, Shavkat Rakhmonov next in his first defense of the welterweight crown, Muhammad has hit out at Clovis native, Covington in brutal fashion.

Ray Longo rips atrocious Colby Covington after UFC 296 trash talk I have no use for the guy — Mandatory Credit: Jeff Bottari – Zuffa LLC

“He’s (Colby Covington) a joke, right?” Belal Muhammad told MMA Junkie. Like, literally everything he says is a joke. What is he, 0-3 in title fights? All I needed was one time to do it. You’ll never touch the gold. You’ll never be who I am. Just keep talking, bro. You said keep that same energy when I see you. Please, I beg you let me see you. I beg you, let me see you in public.”

“Unless he actually fights any of these other guys, he’s not gonna get another shot,” Belal Muhammad explained. “But I hope he goes on a good run, beat some of these contenders and figures out a way to fight me in the cage. But all you’ve got to do is find me at a steakhouse and you’ll keep that same energy.”

Who would win in a future fight: Belal Muhammad or Colby Covington?

Dustin Poirier Denies Colby Covington’s Restaurant Story ‘Liar’

UFC star Dustin Poirier laughs off the claims of Colby Covington. The US-born MMA athletes have had a few…

UFC star Dustin Poirier laughs off the claims of Colby Covington. The US-born MMA athletes have had a few run-ins over the years but each presents vastly different takes.

Dustin Poirier

The proud Louisiana-born Dustin Poirier is a road dog for the UFC. Since making his promotional debut in 2011 he has had over thirty bouts between the featherweight and lightweight division. Along the way, he has defeated notable names such as Max Holloway, Conor McGregor, Eddie Alvarez, Justin Gaethje, Anthony Pettis, and Michael Chandler, among several others.

‘The Diamond’ is celebrated by fans due to his exciting style in the octagon. The 35-year-old athlete has earned ten Fight of the Night awards, four Performance of the Night honors, and one Submission of the Night bonus. The Good Fight Foundation is his nonprofit organization to help give back to the people of Louisiana. Additionally, he trains out of the gym American Top Team, the same place as Colby Covington.

Chaos’ Colby Covington is a proud American who is aggressively a fan of Donald Trump. In his UFC career, he has earned interim gold in the welterweight division. Additionally, the US-born athlete has defeated fighters such as Tyron Woodley, Robbie Lawler, and Rafael dos Anjos.

Covington was a standout wrestler in NCAA before transitioning to MMA. Since competing in the UFC, he has put together an impressive resume but is best known for his trash talk and politics. Covington has been openly critical of his former ATT training partner Poirier.

Dustin Poirier and Colby Covington Restaurant Run-In

Restaurant disputes are becoming all too common for Colby Covington. The American had a bad-blood fight against his former friend and training companion Jorge Masvidal several years ago. After the fight, the Cuban-American Masvidal attacked Covington outside of a Miami restaurant and the two settled the issue in court.

Recently, in an interview with Submission Radio, ‘Chaos’ outlined meeting up with ‘The Diamond’ in a restaurant. He explained:

“I crossed paths with him about three months ago at NYY Steakhouse in Coconut Creek casino. I looked at him eye-to-eye and I said, ‘What’s up, b*tch? It’s on-site? Say something. Do something,’ and he just walked out of the restaurant because he knows [what would happen].” [H/t MMA Mania]

Dustin Poirier refutes this version of the events. While speaking to MMA Junkie, ‘The Diamond’ said:

“The dude is such a liar. I’m not even gonna give him the air time. It’s a lie. We ran into each other, yeah, that’s true. The way he said it went down, is completely not true. He wants you to talk about him.”

Neither Porier nor Covington have a bout scheduled in the future.