Introduction
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) returned to Madison Square Garden on November 6, 2021, with a stacked card headlined by the highly anticipated welterweight title rematch between Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington.
Kamaru Usman
Kamaru Usman, also known as “The Nigerian Nightmare,” is a Nigerian-American mixed martial artist who currently holds the UFC welterweight championship. Usman has a record of 20 wins and one loss in his professional career, with his only loss coming in his second fight.
Usman won the welterweight title in March 2019 and has since defended it five times. He is widely regarded as one of the best pound-for-pound fighters in the world and has victories over top contenders such as Jorge Masvidal, Gilbert Burns, and Tyron Woodley.
Colby Covington
Colby Covington is an American mixed martial artist who competes in the welterweight division of the UFC. He has a record of 16 wins and three losses in his professional career.
Covington is known for his brash personality and controversial statements outside the octagon. He has victories over top fighters such as Rafael dos Anjos, Tyron Woodley, and Robbie Lawler.
The Rematch
The first fight between Usman and Covington took place in December 2019 and was a back-and-forth battle that ended in the fifth round with Usman getting the TKO victory. Covington was ahead on the scorecards at the time of the stoppage and was vocal about wanting a rematch.
The rematch lived up to the hype and was another closely contested battle. Usman ultimately came out on top once again, this time winning by unanimous decision after five rounds.
Fight Analysis
The fight was a high-level chess match between two elite fighters. Usman used his superior wrestling and grappling to control Covington on the ground for much of the fight, while Covington’s striking kept Usman on his toes and prevented him from fully implementing his game plan.
Both fighters had their moments throughout the fight, with Covington landing some big shots and Usman getting multiple takedowns and controlling the ground game. In the end, it was Usman’s grappling and control that earned him the victory.
Full Fight Video
For those who missed the fight or want to relive the action, the full fight video is available for viewing online. The video shows all five rounds of the fight, including the post-fight interviews with both fighters.
The video can be found on various websites and platforms, including YouTube and the UFC’s official website. It is recommended to watch the fight in its entirety to fully appreciate the skill and strategy displayed by both fighters.
Conclusion
The rematch between Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington was a highly anticipated fight that lived up to the hype. Both fighters showed their elite skills and put on an entertaining and closely contested battle.
The full fight video is available online for those who missed the fight or want to relive the action. It is a must-watch for any MMA fan and showcases the high-level skill and strategy that makes the sport so exciting.
