UFC executive director Dana White spoke out about the defeat of Colby Covington from the promotion's welterweight champion Leon Edwards at UFC 296, which took place on December 17 in Las Vegas (USA).
Recall, the confrontation of fighters, passed the whole distance, ended with a victory of Edwards by unanimous decision of judges.
Dana White
When you’re 35 years old, and in this sport, waiting is never a good idea. This sport doesn’t wait for anybody. Colby just looked slow and old tonight, in my opinion.
Edwards, 32, last fought in March 2023 at UFC 286, defeating Kamaru Usman by majority decision. He has 22 wins and three losses on his record.
Covington, 35, previously stepped into the octagon in March 2022 at UFC 272, defeating Jorge Masvidal by unanimous decision. He has 17 wins and four losses on his record.
