Covington vs. Buckley live updates, results of every fight
Covington vs. Buckley Headlines Action-Packed UFC Fight Night in Tampa
Tampa, FL – The UFC returns to Tampa this Saturday for a night of thrilling fights, headlined by a welterweight clash between former interim champion Colby covington and surging contender Joaquin Buckley.
UFC on ESPN 63,airing live on ESPN2,ESPN+,and ESPNews,promises fireworks from start to finish. The Amalie Arena will be rocking as fans witness a stacked card featuring established veterans and rising stars.
covington Aims to Reassert Dominance
Covington, known for his relentless pressure and outspoken personality, is looking to bounce back from a title fight loss to Leon Edwards. Buckley, conversely, has been on a tear, racking up impressive finishes and climbing the welterweight rankings. This matchup pits Covington’s wrestling and grinding style against Buckley’s explosive striking, making for a compelling stylistic clash.
Swanson Seeks to Add to Legacy
In the co-main event, UFC Hall of Famer Cub swanson takes on the always-perilous Billy Quarantillo in a bantamweight showdown. Swanson, a fan favorite known for his exciting fighting style, will look to add another chapter to his storied career. Quarantillo, a relentless pressure fighter, will aim to upset the legend and make a statement in the division.
Full Card Promises Fireworks
The rest of the card is packed with intriguing matchups, including a flyweight clash between Manel Kape and Bruno Silva, a light heavyweight bout between Dustin jacoby and Vitor Petrino, and a bantamweight showdown between Daniel marcos and Adrian Yanez.
Stay Tuned for Live Updates
MMA Junkie will be providing live round-by-round coverage and official results throughout the night. Don’t miss a moment of the action as UFC on ESPN 63 delivers an unforgettable night of fights.
Main Card (ESPN2, ESPN+, 10 p.m. ET)
Colby Covington vs. joaquin Buckley
cub Swanson vs. Billy Quarantillo
Manel Kape vs. Bruno Silva
Dustin Jacoby vs. Vitor Petrino
Daniel Marcos vs.Adrian Yanez
Preliminary Card (ESPNews, ESPN+, 7 p.m. ET)
Ottman Azaitar vs. Michael Johnson
Joel Alvarez vs. Drakkar klose
Fernando Padilla vs. Sean Woodson
Felipe Lima vs. Miles Johns
Miranda Maverick vs. Jamey-Lyn Horth
Davey Grant vs. ramon Taveras
Piera Rodriguez vs.Josefine Knutsson
Lima Outlasts Johns in Thrilling Back-and-Forth Battle at UFC Fight Night
LAS VEGAS – felipe Lima emerged victorious in a closely contested featherweight bout against Miles Johns at UFC Fight night, securing a unanimous decision win after three rounds of intense action.
The fight,which took place at the UFC Apex,saw both fighters land significant strikes and showcase impressive grappling skills. Lima, known for his aggressive style, started strong, controlling the early exchanges with powerful combinations. johns, however, proved to be a resilient opponent, weathering the storm and landing some heavy shots of his own.
Round 1 saw Lima dictate the pace, landing a series of clean punches and securing a takedown late in the round. johns, though, showed his toughness by defending Lima’s submission attempts and returning to his feet before the bell.
Round 2 belonged to Johns. He came out firing, landing a thunderous overhand right that nearly sent Lima crashing to the canvas. The momentum shifted back and forth throughout the round, with both fighters landing significant strikes and showcasing their chin.
The final round was a tense affair, with both fighters knowing the fight was on the line. Lima secured another takedown and threatened with a rear-naked choke,but Johns showed his grappling prowess by escaping and even briefly taking lima’s back. The round ended with both fighters exchanging punches in a thrilling final flurry.
the judges scored the fight 30-27, 30-27, 30-27 in favor of Lima, who improved his UFC record to 2-0.
“I knew it was going to be a tough fight,” Lima said after the bout. “Miles is a very tough opponent, but I was prepared for anything he brought.”
Johns, who suffered his third UFC loss, showed his heart and determination throughout the fight.
“I’m disappointed with the loss, but I’m proud of my performance,” Johns said. “I’ll learn from this and come back stronger.”
The win for Lima solidifies his position as a rising contender in the featherweight division.
Grant Dominates Taveras in Striking Showcase at UFC Fight Night
LAS VEGAS – Davey Grant put on a striking clinic Saturday night, outpointing Ramon Taveras in a dominant unanimous decision victory at UFC Fight Night.
Grant’s relentless volume and diverse striking arsenal proved too much for Taveras, who struggled to find his rhythm throughout the three-round bout.
Round 1: A Barrage of Strikes
Grant wasted no time, opening the fight with a barrage of leg kicks, targeting both Taveras’s inside and outside legs. Taveras landed a couple of sharp counter punches, but Grant’s relentless pressure kept him on the back foot. A hard body kick from Grant visibly hurt Taveras, who responded with a powerful counter punch. The round ended with Grant landing a near-perfect head kick, showcasing his diverse striking repertoire.
MMA Junkie scores the round 10-9 for Grant.
Round 2: Taveras Strikes Back, But Grant Remains in Control
Taveras started the second round strong, dropping Grant with a powerful counter punch. However, Grant quickly recovered and resumed his relentless attack. He continued to pepper Taveras with kicks and punches,mixing up his attacks and keeping Taveras guessing. Despite Taveras’s best efforts, Grant’s volume and accuracy proved overwhelming.
MMA Junkie scores the round 10-9 for Grant.
Round 3: Grant Closes Strong
The final round saw more of the same from Grant. He continued to press forward, landing combinations and keeping Taveras on the defensive. Taveras showed heart, landing some clean punches of his own, but Grant’s relentless pace and accuracy ultimately sealed the victory.
MMA Junkie scores the round 10-9 for Grant, giving him the fight 30-27.
Result: Davey Grant def. Ramon Taveras via unanimous decision (29-28,30-27,30-27)
With this impressive victory,grant solidifies his position as a top contender in the flyweight division. His striking prowess and relentless pressure make him a force to be reckoned with.
Rodriguez dominates Knutsson in Unanimous Decision Victory at UFC on ESPN 63
LAS VEGAS – Piera Rodriguez put on a dominant performance Saturday night, securing a unanimous decision victory over Josefine Knutsson in a women’s strawweight bout at UFC on ESPN 63.
Rodriguez (10-2 MMA,3-2 UFC) controlled the fight from the opening bell,utilizing her wrestling prowess to repeatedly take knutsson (8-1 MMA,2-1 UFC) to the canvas.
Round 1 saw Rodriguez come out firing, rocking Knutsson with a swift combination. A takedown attempt followed, and while Knutsson initially resisted, Rodriguez eventually secured the takedown against the fence. Knutsson managed to get back to her feet, but Rodriguez continued to press the action, landing another takedown in the center of the octagon. Knutsson threatened with a gogoplata, but Rodriguez escaped and continued to control the round with ground and pound.
round 2 followed a similar pattern. Rodriguez landed punches and kicks early, then secured another takedown.Knutsson showed resilience, escaping to her feet and landing some strikes, but Rodriguez’s relentless pressure and takedown ability proved too much. She controlled the majority of the round on the ground, landing heavy elbows and maintaining dominant positions.
Round 3 saw Knutsson land a hard front kick to the body, but Rodriguez quickly responded with another takedown. She controlled the round with ground and pound, working from half guard and eventually achieving full mount. Knutsson showed heart, escaping back to guard and defending until the final bell.
All three judges scored the fight 30-27 in favor of Rodriguez, who earned her third UFC victory.
“I felt great tonight,” Rodriguez said after the fight.”My game plan was to use my wrestling and control the fight, and I was able to do that. Josefine is a tough opponent, but I was prepared for her.”
With this impressive win, Rodriguez continues to climb the ranks in the women’s strawweight division.
Shevchenko’s Stunning upset: Is This the End of an Era for Nunes?
Amanda Nunes’ reign of dominance in the UFC women’s bantamweight division came to a shocking end Saturday night at UFC 285, as Valentina Shevchenko secured a split decision victory.
The highly anticipated rematch, a trilogy bout between two of the greatest female fighters of all time, saw Shevchenko utilize her precise striking and tactical brilliance to outmaneuver the previously unstoppable Nunes.
The fight was a back-and-forth affair, with both women landing significant strikes. Nunes, known for her ferocious power, struggled to find her range against Shevchenko’s elusive movement. Shevchenko, conversely, picked her shots carefully, landing clean combinations and frustrating Nunes with her technical prowess.
“I knew I had to be smart and patient,” Shevchenko said after the fight. “Amanda is a dangerous opponent, but I believed in my skills and my game plan.”
The judges’ scorecards reflected the close nature of the fight, with two judges scoring the bout in favor of Shevchenko and one judge siding with Nunes. The decision sparked debate among fans and analysts, but the result was undeniable: Valentina Shevchenko is the new UFC women’s bantamweight champion.