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Colby Covington Rips Dustin Poirier for Conor McGregor Comments

Colby Covington Rips Dustin Poirier for Conor McGregor Comments

Summary

Colby Covington criticized retired MMA fighter Dustin Poirier for his comments about Conor McGregor’s injury and recent loss at UFC 329. Covington defended McGregor’s impact on the sport and questioned Poirier’s character, while suggesting McGregor is likely to fight again.

Key Facts

  • Colby Covington criticized Dustin Poirier after Poirier’s remarks about Conor McGregor’s injury and UFC 329 loss.
  • Covington called McGregor the biggest star in UFC history who brings excitement to events.
  • Covington accused Poirier of being fake and made negative comments about his personal life.
  • Poirier joked on a podcast about McGregor’s injury and offered to fight him again once healed.
  • McGregor suffered a serious ACL injury during UFC 329 against Max Holloway.
  • Covington believes McGregor still wants to compete and will use fighting to stay focused.
  • Covington and Poirier were former teammates but have had a public feud since 2020.
  • Covington retired from UFC in May 2024 but continues to compete in other MMA promotions.
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