Gallery Colby Covington def. Rafael dos Anjos at UFC 225: Best photos view 24 images The UFC’s return to New Jersey this summer appears to have its main event, and it’s one that probably will come as a surprise. Former interim welterweight champion Colby Covington seemed to be ticketed for a title fight with champion Kamaru Usman. But instead, Covington (14-1 MMA, 9-1 UFC) will fight former champ Robbie Lawler (28-13 MMA, 13-7 UFC) in the UFC on ESPN 5 main event, UFC president Dana White told the promotion’s broadcast partner, ESPN . UFC officials have not yet formally announced the fight.
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Colby Covington vs. Robbie Lawler set for UFC on ESPN 5 main event in Newark – MMA Junkie