Colby Covington's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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Colby Covington

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Colby Covington.

Colby Covington is an American professional mixed martial artist currently competing in the UFC's Welterweight division. He is a former Interim UFC Welterweight Champion. As of December 2024, he is ranked #9 in the UFC welterweight rankings. Covington is known for his wrestling-heavy fighting style and his outspoken and controversial persona, often embracing a pro-Donald Trump and anti-liberal stance to generate publicity and build rivalries within the sport.

2006: State Championship

In 2006, as a senior at Thurston High School, Covington won the 171 lb state championship in wrestling.

2007: National Junior College Wrestling Title

In 2007, Colby Covington won the 165 lb national junior college wrestling title at Iowa Central Community College as a true freshman, achieving a 34-0 record.

2013: Gold Medal at FILA Championships

In 2013, Colby Covington won a gold medal at the FILA Grappling no-gi world championships.

August 23, 2014: UFC Debut

On August 23, 2014, Colby Covington made his UFC debut against Anying Wang at UFC Fight Night 48, winning by TKO in the first round.

November 8, 2014: Victory at UFC Fight Night 56

On November 8, 2014, Colby Covington defeated Wagner Silva via submission at UFC Fight Night 56.

May 23, 2015: Victory at UFC 187

On May 23, 2015, Colby Covington defeated Mike Pyle via unanimous decision at UFC 187.

June 18, 2016: Victory at UFC Fight Night 89

On June 18, 2016, Colby Covington defeated Jonathan Meunier via submission at UFC Fight Night 89.

August 20, 2016: Victory at UFC 202

On August 20, 2016, Colby Covington defeated Max Griffin via TKO at UFC 202.

December 17, 2016: Victory at UFC on Fox 22

On December 17, 2016, Colby Covington defeated Bryan Barberena via unanimous decision at UFC on Fox 22.

June 17, 2017: Victory at UFC Fight Night 111

On June 17, 2017, Colby Covington defeated Dong Hyun Kim via unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night 111.

October 28, 2017: Victory at UFC Fight Night 119

On October 28, 2017, Colby Covington defeated Demian Maia via unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night 119.

June 9, 2018: Interim UFC Welterweight Championship

On June 9, 2018, Colby Covington defeated Rafael dos Anjos at UFC 225 to win the Interim UFC Welterweight Championship.

August 3, 2019: Victory at UFC on ESPN 5

On August 3, 2019, Colby Covington defeated Robbie Lawler at UFC on ESPN 5, setting a record for most strikes thrown in a UFC bout with 541.

September 19, 2020: Victory at UFC Fight Night 178

On September 19, 2020, Colby Covington defeated Tyron Woodley at UFC Fight Night 178 via technical knockout due to a rib injury.

March 5, 2022: Victory at UFC 272

On March 5, 2022, Colby Covington defeated Jorge Masvidal at UFC 272 via unanimous decision, earning a Fight of the Night award.

December 17, 2024: UFC Welterweight Ranking

As of December 17, 2024, Colby Covington is ranked #9 in the UFC welterweight division.

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