These two really, genuinely hate each other, which builds a lot of intensity on an already good matchup. Between Covington’s pace and wrestling skills and Masvidal’s creative striking, this will be a great contest.
Colby Covington: Whether you love him or hate him as a person, ‘chaos’ can fight. The man seems to have unlimited energy, possibly born out of the pure spite that seems to fuel him at all times. While he can sometimes struggle with strikers, his superior wrestling and sheer durability make him a very dangerous opponent for anyone. Look for him to try and work his way inside and wear down Masvidal with wrestling.
Jorge Masvidal: A dedicated striking veteran of the UFC, Masvidal is a stiff test for anyone, Covington included. He’s got deadly power, tricky footwork, and a massive amount of experience in the UFC. He’s going to utilize the range of his kicks and his clever movement to try and keep the fight standing, which is his most important win condition.
Prediction: Covington by Decision. “Chaos” is controversial, but the man really is one of the baddest fighters in the UFC. Once he gets a hold of Masvidal, which is bound to happen, he’ll dominate the fight.
HOW TO WATCH: Live on ESPN+ PPV on March 5, 2022 at 6:00 PM ET.