May 14, 2026

UFC 268: Kamaru Usman beats Colby Covington to retain welterweight title

By Farouk Mohammed

Kamaru Usman has defeated Colby Covington by unanimous decision (48-47, 48-7, 49-46) to retain the UFC welterweight championship.

Speaking after the rematch held at UFC 268 at the Madison Square Garde on Sunday, Usman described Covington as a tough opponent.

He also acknowledged that Covington has improved from their first bout.

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