Michael Bisping Weighs In on Colby Covington’s Next Opponent
Former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping recently shared his thoughts on who could potentially put welterweight contender Colby Covington back into the UFC title picture. After Covington’s less-than-stellar performance against Leon Edwards, Bisping believes there’s an intriguing matchup on the horizon that could reignite Covington’s championship aspirations.
During a segment on his YouTube channel, Bisping suggested that Covington could face off against undefeated rising star Shavkat Rakhmonov. With an impressive record of 18-0 in MMA and 6-0 in the UFC, Rakhmonov poses a significant challenge for any opponent. While Bisping acknowledged that Covington has already had his chances at the title, he emphasized the potential implications of a victory over Rakhmonov.
“If they were to make this fight, there’s a big opportunity there,” Bisping remarked. “Colby has had his title shots, OK, and I don’t think he’s going to get another one. But if he beats Shavkat Rakhmonov, there’s an argument there.”
Bisping’s analysis raises questions about Covington’s current status in the welterweight division and whether he still possesses the drive and determination to climb back into title contention. Despite Covington’s dismissal of facing Rakhmonov next, the matchup presents an intriguing scenario that could shape the landscape of the 170-pound weight class.
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