Leon Edwards vs Colby Covington
Leon Edwards vs Colby Covington: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Leon Edwards and Colby Covington?
Covington is a prominent figure in the welterweight division, known for his wrestling and striking, and is a key rival for Edwards in the title picture.
Leon Edwards
Key numbers
- Total fights29
- Wins22
- Losses6
- No contests1
- Knockouts7
Top honours
- UFC Welterweight ChampionWon on 20 August 2022
- BAMMA Welterweight ChampionHeld title before joining UFC
- Performance of the NightAwarded for his knockout victory over Kamaru Usman at UFC 278
VS
Colby Covington
Key numbers
- MMA Record17 wins, 5 losses
- Wins by Knockout4
- Wins by Submission4
- Wins by Decision9
- Losses by Knockout2
Top honours
- Interim UFC Welterweight Champion2018
- NCAA Division I All-American2011
- Gold Medal at FILA Grappling World Championships2013