Colby Covington shocked the UFC world with his controversial comments about Leon Edwards’ deceased father, drawing strong reactions from both fans and industry insiders alike. At the UFC 296 press conference, Covington took aim at Edwards’ dad who was murdered, saying he would bring the Brit to hell so he could say hi to him. Edwards immediately threw a water bottle at Covington and stood up as the two had to be separated by security guards. The tension escalated even further after Edwards emerged victorious in the welterweight title fight against Covington.
UFC CEO Dana White admitted he was bothered by what ‘Chaos’ said at the press conference, stating that attacking someone’s family is a line that should not be crossed in the fight game. White’s concerns were widely shared, with the controversial fighter facing backlash from media outlets, fans, and fellow fighters.
Despite the controversy, Covington refused to back down, doubling down on his comments in a recent appearance on the PBD Podcast. When the host questioned whether he really believes Leon Edwards’ dad is like Adolf Hitler, Covington stood by his statement, claiming they are on the same level of bad.
These shocking remarks have understandably sparked outrage in the MMA community, with many waiting to see if Edwards will address the situation.
The fallout from Covington’s comments has undoubtedly added a new layer of drama to the already intense world of UFC, leaving fans and insiders eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this ongoing feud.