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UFC 296: Edwards vs. Covington
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- Saturday 12.16.2023 at 06:30 PM ET
- U.S. Broadcast: Pay Per View | Prelims: ESPN
- Promotion: Ultimate Fighting Championship
- Ownership: Endeavor
- Venue: T-Mobile Arena
- Location: Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
- Enclosure: Octagon
- TV Announcers: Jon Anik, Joe Rogan, Daniel Cormier
- Ring Announcer: Bruce Buffer
- Post-Fight Interviews: Joe Rogan
- Ticket Revenue (live gate): $9,300,000
- Attendance: 19,039
- MMA Bouts: 12
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| Bout | Info | |
|---|---|---|
| Leon Edwards defeats Colby Covington via Decision, Unanimous | 5 Rounds, 25:00 Total Bout Page | |
| Alexandre Pantoja defeats Brandon Royval via Decision, Unanimous | 5 Rounds, 25:00 Total Bout Page | |
| Shavkat Rakhmonov defeats Stephen Thompson via Submission, Rear Naked Choke | 4:56 Round 2 of 3, 9:56 Total Bout Page | |
| Paddy Pimblett defeats Tony Ferguson via Decision, Unanimous | 3 Rounds, 15:00 Total Bout Page | |
| Josh Emmett defeats Bryce Mitchell via KO/TKO, Overhand Right | 1:57 Round 1 of 3 Bout Page | |
| Alonzo Menifield defeats Dustin Jacoby via Decision, Unanimous | 3 Rounds, 15:00 Total Bout Page | |
| Irene Aldana defeats Karol Rosa via Decision, Unanimous | 3 Rounds, 15:00 Total Bout Page | |
| Cody Garbrandt defeats Brian Kelleher via KO/TKO, Counter Right | 3:42 Round 1 of 3 Bout Page | |
| Ariane Lipski defeats Casey O'Neill via Submission, Armbar | 1:18 Round 2 of 3, 6:18 Total Bout Page | |
| Tagir Ulanbekov defeats Cody Durden via Submission, Rear Naked Choke | 4:25 Round 2 of 3, 9:25 Total Bout Page | |
| Andre Fili defeats Lucas Almeida via KO/TKO, Right Hook to Ground Strikes | 3:32 Round 1 of 3 Bout Page | |
| Shamil Gaziev defeats Martin Buday via KO/TKO, Elbows and Punches (standing TKO) | 0:56 Round 2 of 3, 5:56 Total Bout Page |
Responses Page 34
12.16.2023 | 1:02 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 9 of 12 Winners, 0 Perfect, 450 Points | Tied for 3497th
Shamil Gaziev
In my expert opinion, Shamil Gaziev is a beast in the ring, while Martin Buday is nothing more than a flabby disappointment. Gaziev's unparalleled skill and determination will undoubtedly annihilate that fat bum Buday, leaving no room for doubt about who the real champion is. If you can't see that, you're as clueless as Buday is in the ring.
12.16.2023 | 1:09 AM ET
Predictions: 9 of 12 Winners, 3 Perfect, 565 Points | Tied for 1263rd
Really tough to see but looks like maybe a staph infection on the back of Tagir during the ceremonial weigh-ins, throws his shirt back on in an instant too.
Cody sure seems to think so. If true fight should be canceled cuz that's nasty af
12.16.2023 | 1:11 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 9 of 12 Winners, 0 Perfect, 450 Points | Tied for 3497th
Andre Fili
This one's a no-brainer – the talented journeyman is levels above that jobber Lucas Almeida. Almeida's a walking punching bag, and there's no way he stands a chance against someone with actual skill. Put your money on the journeyman, and watch Almeida get schooled like the amateur he is.
12.16.2023 | 1:16 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 9 of 12 Winners, 0 Perfect, 450 Points | Tied for 3497th
Tagir Ulanbekov
Tagir Ulanbekov's grappling is on a different planet compared to Cody Durden's feeble attempts on the mat. It's like watching a black belt roll with a preschooler – Ulanbekov will effortlessly dominate Durden with superior technique, and the outcome is as clear as day. If you can't see that, you must be as clueless as Durden when it comes to grappling.
12.16.2023 | 1:20 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 9 of 12 Winners, 0 Perfect, 450 Points | Tied for 3497th
Casey O'Neill
Casey O'Neill is a force to be reckoned with, and Ariane Lipski is just another stepping stone on her path to greatness. O'Neill's motivation alone is enough to make Lipski look like an amateur stumbling into the cage. If you think Lipski stands a chance, you must be as delusional as she is stepping into that fight.
12.16.2023 | 1:23 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 9 of 12 Winners, 0 Perfect, 450 Points | Tied for 3497th
Cody Garbrandt
Cody Garbrandt is a former champ, and Brian Kelleher is nothing more than a stepping stone – it's a no-brainer. Garbrandt's knockout power and skill will make Kelleher regret stepping into the same octagon. If you're betting against Garbrandt, you might as well light your money on fire; it's practically charity for fools.
12.16.2023 | 1:25 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 9 of 12 Winners, 0 Perfect, 450 Points | Tied for 3497th
Irene Aldana
Irene Aldana might have had an undeserved shot at the title, but Karol Rosa is just a forgettable speed bump on her road to redemption. Aldana's striking prowess will leave Rosa looking like a deer in headlights, showcasing the massive gap in skill between them. If you're dumb enough to put money on Rosa, you probably think watching paint dry is a thrilling pastime.
12.16.2023 | 1:29 AM ET
Colby Covington
Predictions: 7 of 12 Winners, 1 Perfect, 390 Points | Tied for 4482nd
12.16.2023 | 1:32 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 9 of 12 Winners, 0 Perfect, 450 Points | Tied for 3497th
Dustin Jacoby
Dustin Jacoby is a wrecking ball, and Alonzo Menifield is about to crumble like a house of cards. Menifield's so one-dimensional, it's like watching a broken record in the octagon – Jacoby will expose him with superior striking and leave him wondering what hit him. If you're backing Menifield, you're as clueless as he is about avoiding a beatdown.
12.16.2023 | 1:37 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 9 of 12 Winners, 0 Perfect, 450 Points | Tied for 3497th
Bryce Mitchell
Bryce Mitchell is a motivated savage, and Josh Emmett is just an aging has-been clinging to the past. Mitchell's relentless pace and grappling skills will turn Emmett into a punching bag, proving once and for all that age catches up with everyone. If you're still banking on Emmett, you must be stuck in a time warp, living in the glory days that are long gone.
12.16.2023 | 1:41 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 9 of 12 Winners, 0 Perfect, 450 Points | Tied for 3497th
Paddy Pimblett
Paddy Pimblett is the new blood, and Tony Ferguson is just a geriatric sideshow desperately trying to stay relevant. Pimblett's energy alone will overwhelm Grandpa Ferguson, whose best days are nothing but a distant memory. If you're foolish enough to back Ferguson, you probably still think VHS tapes are cutting-edge technology.
12.16.2023 | 1:49 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 9 of 12 Winners, 0 Perfect, 450 Points | Tied for 3497th
Shavkat Rakhmonov
Shavkat Rakhmonov is the future champ, and Wonderboy is just a has-been living in the shadows of his past success. Rakhmonov's sheer ferocity and hunger will dismantle Wonderboy, exposing the fact that his time in the spotlight has long since expired. Betting on Wonderboy is like throwing money away on a fading star desperately clinging to former glory.
12.16.2023 | 1:53 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 9 of 12 Winners, 0 Perfect, 450 Points | Tied for 3497th
Alexandre Pantoja
Alexandre Pantoja already humiliated Brandon Royval once, and the rematch will be no different. Royval is just a one-trick pony, while Pantoja is a reigning champ with superior skills across the board. If you think lightning will strike twice for Royval, you're as delusional as he is in the Octagon.
12.16.2023 | 2:01 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 7 of 12 Winners, 0 Perfect, 380 Points | Tied for 4643rd
Shamil Gaziev, TKO, R1.
Andre Fili vs. Lucas Almeida
Lucas Almeida, TKO, R2.
Tagir Ulanbekov vs. Cody Durden
Cody Durden, DEC.
Casey O'Neill vs. Ariane Lipski
Ariane Lipski, DEC.
Cody Garbrandt vs. Brian Kelleher
Cody Garbrandt, DEC.
Irene Aldana vs. Karol Rosa
Irene Aldana, DEC.
Alonzo Menifield vs. Dustin Jacoby
Dustin Jacoby, TKO, R2.
Josh Emmett vs. Bryce Mitchell
Bryce Mitchell, DEC.
Tony Ferguson vs. Paddy Pimblett
Paddy Pimblett, SUB, R2.
Shavkat Rakhmonov vs. Stephen Thompson
Shavkat Rakhmonov, SUB, R1.
Alexandre Pantoja vs. Brandon Royval
Alexandre Pantoja, SUB, R2.
Leon Edwards vs. Colby Covington
Leon Edwards, TKO, R4.
12.16.2023 | 2:01 AM ET
Prediction Comments
Predictions: 9 of 12 Winners, 0 Perfect, 450 Points | Tied for 3497th
Leon Edwards
Leon Edwards is the champ, and Colby Covington is nothing more than a shopworn sideshow living off the scraps of his past. Edwards will expose Covington's age and lackluster career, making him regret stepping into the cage with a real contender. If you're still putting money on Covington, you're as outdated as his worn-out fighting style.
12.16.2023 | 3:05 AM ET
Predictions: 8 of 12 Winners, 0 Perfect, 445 Points | Tied for 3634th
He cuts how - 10-15 lbs - is it fcking awesome, he could fight in LW
You must "control your emotional" [ Khabibs voice] when you are picking winners.
the same with Tony - Paddy.
Jesus, I wanna see Tony jabbing the F out this weirdo 1st round, but cmon Tony is 40 years old, after many physical and psychological traumas.
Pls win Tony, but as a picker - I choose Pimnlbklet.
12.16.2023 | 3:51 AM ET
Predictions: 7 of 12 Winners, 2 Perfect, 400 Points | Tied for 4379th
* Edited at 12.16.2023, 4:10 AM ET *
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12.16.2023 | 4:45 AM ET
Predictions: 9 of 12 Winners, 2 Perfect, 570 Points | Tied for 1191st
* Edited at 12.16.2023, 5:03 AM ET *
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12.16.2023 | 5:20 AM ET
Predictions: 7 of 12 Winners, 2 Perfect, 400 Points | Tied for 4379th
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12.16.2023 | 7:27 AM ET
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Predictions: 8 of 12 Winners, 2 Perfect, 495 Points | Tied for 2636th
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