Colby Covington has shared his thoughts on the upcoming fight between Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic, surprising many by supporting Miocic over his former roommate, Jon Jones. In an interview with Fight Hub TV, Covington expressed his admiration for Miocic and his hope that the former heavyweight champion will come out victorious. Despite acknowledging Miocic’s age and the challenges he faces, Covington remains confident in Miocic’s abilities to shock the world.
Covington also criticized Jones for allegedly avoiding a fight with interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall, claiming that Jones is scared of him. This animosity towards Jones is not new, as Covington has been vocal about his disdain for the reigning heavyweight champion, even revisiting their college days together at Iowa Central Community College. Covington claimed that Jones’s alleged steroid use during their time as roommates led to incidents of “roid rage,” painting a strained dynamic between them.
Jones, on the other hand, has denied any true friendship with Covington, calling him a liar and dismissing the idea that they were ever close. As Jones prepares for his fight against Miocic to solidify his legacy, Covington remains on the sidelines, waiting for his opportunity to return to the octagon. The tension between Jones and Covington adds intrigue to their respective journeys, with Jones aiming to secure another victory and further establish his GOAT status.
Colby Covington has been inactive for 11 months following his unsuccessful title bid at UFC 296, with talks of him potentially being the backup fighter at UFC 303 against Michael Chandler. However, nothing has been confirmed yet. Meanwhile, Jon Jones is gearing up for his monumental clash against Stipe Miocic, adding to the anticipation surrounding their fight.
As fans eagerly await the outcome of the Jones vs. Miocic fight, the question remains whether Jones can secure another victory and surpass both Miocic and the shadow of his complicated history with Covington. The stakes are high for both fighters, and the animosity between Jones and Covington only adds to the excitement surrounding their respective journeys. Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below on who you think will come out on top in this highly anticipated matchup.