Dana White on Covington’s Loss: “Wouldn’t Have Happened in Vegas”
The highly-ranked welterweight Colby Covington faced off against UFC rising star Joaquin Buckley at UFC Tampa this past weekend. The match ended dramatically after three hard-fought rounds when the ringside doctor stopped the fight due to a deep cut on Covington’s face. This victory marked Buckley’s sixth consecutive win in the UFC, further cementing his place as a dangerous contender in the welterweight division. UFC President Dana White shared his thoughts on Covington’s loss during the post-fight press conference.
Dana White Questions Doctor’s Decision
Dana White expressed his disagreement with the stoppage, implying that a fight in Las Vegas might have played out differently.
“It was a brutal cut, but the fight wouldn’t have been stopped in Vegas. That would never happen in Vegas,” White said. “Colby is an older fighter who doesn’t compete as often, but he’s tough and can endure a lot. You could see the cut affected him in there. He took some serious shots tonight—blows that would’ve ended most fighters. But he didn’t seem too upset about the doctor stoppage.”
White’s remarks highlight the ongoing debate about how injuries are handled across different commissions, with Las Vegas often being seen as more lenient in these situations.
Buckley’s Winning Streak Continues
Joaquin Buckley’s sixth win in a row cements his position as a force to be reckoned with in the welterweight division. Known for his explosive striking, Buckley consistently pushed the pace against Covington, landing significant shots that eventually led to the stoppage. Despite the outcome, Covington showed resilience, fighting through adversity before the ringside doctor deemed the cut too severe to continue.
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Swanson Shines in Co-Main Event
In the co-main event, UFC veteran Cub Swanson delivered an impressive performance, knocking out Billy Quarantillo in the third round. Swanson, a seasoned featherweight, showcased his power and striking precision, earning one of the night’s standout finishes.
UFC Tampa Full Results
Preliminary Card
- Josefine Knutsson vs. Piera Rodriguez – Rodriguez via unanimous decision
- Davey Grant vs. Ramon Taveras – Grant via unanimous decision
- Jamey-Lyn Horth vs. Miranda Maverick – Maverick via unanimous decision
- Miles Johns vs. Felipe Lima – Lima via unanimous decision
- Fernando Padilla vs. Sean Woodson – Woodson via TKO
- Joel Alvarez vs. Drakkar Klose – Alvarez via KO
- Ottman Azaitar vs. Michael Johnson – Johnson via KO
Main Card
- Navajo Stirling vs. Tuco Tokkos – Stirling via unanimous decision
- Daniel Marcos vs. Adrian Yanez – Marcos via split decision
- Dustin Jacoby vs. Vitor Petrino – Jacoby via KO
- Manel Kape vs. Bruno Silva – Kape via TKO
- Cub Swanson vs. Billy Quarantillo – Swanson via KO
- Colby Covington vs. Joaquin Buckley – Buckley via TKO
The event further highlighted Buckley’s rise and the unpredictable nature of the sport, while Covington’s future remains uncertain.
Source: MMAnytt.se
