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The Final Showdown
Leon Edwards and Colby Covington had to be physically separated by security during their intense final face-off before their highly anticipated welterweight title fight. The two fighters came head-to-head at the ceremonial weigh-ins ahead of UFC 296 in Las Vegas.
Controversial Covington Receives Cheers
Colby Covington, known for his controversial remarks and antics, received cheers from the crowd as he took to the stage. Weighing in at 169.5lbs, the former interim welterweight champion was in good spirits.
Edwards Faces Boos
Leon Edwards, on the other hand, was met with some boos from the audience during his ceremonial weigh-ins. However, he remained focused and weighed in at the limit of 170lbs.
Tensions Rise
Tensions between the two fighters were already high after Covington made a disrespectful comment about Edwards' late father during the pre-fight press conference. Edwards, who is known for his calm demeanor, couldn't contain his anger and threw a water bottle at Covington in response.
A Chilling Warning
After the face-off, Edwards issued a chilling warning to Covington, stating that the challenger is "as good as dead" in their upcoming fight. He also reminded him to keep his disrespectful comments backstage and settle it in the octagon.
Covington's Patriotic Message
Covington, not one to shy away from controversy, delivered a patriotic message to the crowd. He expressed his support for law enforcement, the military, and the MAGA movement, and vowed to bring back the undisputed title to America.
The stage is set for an explosive showdown between Edwards and Covington, and fight fans can't wait to see who will come out on top in this highly anticipated welterweight clash.
