Kamaru Usman has weighed in on Colby Covington's recent retirement from the UFC, which is now reflected in the organization’s athlete database. Usman, a former opponent of Covington, speculated that the lack of fight opportunities may have led "Chaos" to step away from the octagon. Covington's last match ended in a TKO loss in 2024, and despite aspirations to compete in the UFC Freedom 250 event and against notable fighters, those matchups never materialized. Usman believes Covington's frustrations stem from a disconnect with UFC officials regarding fight availability.

By the Numbers
  • Colby Covington's last UFC fight was a TKO loss to Joaquin Buckley in 2024.
  • Covington has secured wins over Luke Rockhold and Dillon Danis in the RAF league.
State of Play
  • Covington’s retirement has coincided with ongoing criticisms of the UFC for not providing him fight opportunities.
  • Upcoming matches with notable fighters like Chris Weidman are on the horizon for Covington outside the UFC.
What's Next

Looking ahead, Covington may continue to compete in alternative leagues while potentially pushing for a return to the UFC if conditions change. His performance in non-UFC matches could influence future negotiations with the promotion.

Bottom Line

Covington’s retirement highlights growing tensions between fighters and management regarding fight scheduling. Fans should keep an eye on his future endeavors in wrestling and MMA, as they may redefine his career trajectory.