UFC enthusiasts know the 30th-anniversary show of the UFC for the highly anticipated heavyweight showdown between Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic . The match also raised doubts among the fans since Jon Jones’ future step after the bout was in limbo, and the fans were cognizant of that. The anticipation of the bout was surely at its peak.
However, an astounding confirmation yielded by a post on the renowned social media platform Twitter (X) brought the winds of intrigue to the scenario. It had a match confirmation poster that featured two major competitors. Consequently, the post further acted as a magnet since it was able to draw the focus of the fans.
Two fighters in a major bout
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In a recent post by MMA Uncensored on Twitter, Dana White’s confirmation about the bout was brought to light by the MMA page. It had an elongated caption that stated: “Leon Edwards vs. Colby Covington welterweight title fight is official at UFC 295 on November 11th in New York.” The tweet made the revelation of another major bout between Leon Edwards and Colby Covington.
Leon Edwards vs. Colby Covington welterweight title fight is official at UFC 295 on November 11th in New York.
Per Dana White #UFC295 #UFC #MMA #MMATwitter #LeonEdwards #ColbyCovington pic.twitter.com/vBxxCRqlBg
— MMA UNCENSORED (@MMAUNCENSORED1) August 14, 2023
The poster obviously conveyed the remarks of UFC president Dana White. One might connect this to the assurance given to Colby Covington by the UFC President after he defeated Kamaru Usman at UFC 286. Indeed, that victory opened the doors for a championship bout for Covington. Knowing the twist in the tale, the reactions of the fans were obvious. But the doubt that arises is how they must have reacted.
Fans share their opinions on the announcement
The news, being gripping enough, was able to draw fans in numbers. While some seemed hyped about the bout, others came with some of the harsh words. Their reactions are as follows :
Lmao belal probably crying rn
— Ma (@barber12321) August 14, 2023
The above fan seemed to be concerned about another welterweight aspect, Belal Muhammad.
About time Leon boutta lose his belt 😁 I can’t wait
— Jaden the goat1 (@Jaden_the_goat1) August 14, 2023
One fan confidently uttered the fate of the welterweight champion Leon Edwards.
About to have a bbq for this fight 🔥 nice cold weather and some grilling
— sean (@paintedpapi) August 14, 2023
The scenario manifested by the fan above felt amazing indeed.
Money on Colby Aka cardio king
— ihatejpegs.eth 🦇🔊 (@phosadoteth) August 14, 2023
Putting his bid on Covington, a fan reacted.
That card is already a banger
— Kalebra (@kalebra07) August 14, 2023
The card seemed to captivate a fan as he shared his thoughts, considering the bout.
Edwards knockout covington
— hidup biasa bukan biasa hidup (@yudibaeng) August 15, 2023
The welterweight champion got hailed as the above comments make it evident.
Most undeserved title fight ever lmao
— Jay (@Jay__VII) August 14, 2023
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It seems that the guy above was not in pins and needles for the bout.
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Being announced for November also had a backstory. The pay-per-view card for November, which is currently headlined by a heavyweight title bout between champion Jon Jones and former champion Stipe Miocic, had free slots, according to UFC head honcho. Adding another major championship bout to the table would surely glorify the rizz of the event. It’s high time for UFC fans to get ready for an action-packed winter. Having Covington in front of him, how could Edwards plan his fate inside the octagon? What do you think? Let us know in the comments.
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