UFC 272 results: Colby Covington claims victory in rivalry with Jorge Masvidal

LAS VEGAS — As much as some would like to see it, Colby Covington isn't going anywhere any time soon.

The foul-mouthed, polarizing standout picked up arguably the biggest win of his career against former friend Jorge Masvidal via unanimous decision (49-46, 50-44, 50-45) in the main event of UFC 272 on Saturday night at T-Mobile Arena. Covington used his dominant wrestling, pressure and crafty striking to wear out Masvidal, who was able to gut it out until the end.

Afterward, Covington called out another one of his former training partners, Dustin Poirier, who he called «Louisiana swamp trash.»

«I'll see you soon,» Covington said. «You're next!»

Full recap of Covington-Masvidal from Marc Raimondi | Watch the main event on ESPN+

Round 1: Just how you draw it up if you're a Colby Covington fan. Colby works his way into the hips and stays on Masvidal from the moment he gets there. Takedown. Ground control. Easy 10-9. Masvidal complained of an eye poke on Colby's way in. Still plenty of fight in Masvidal, of course, but a great start for Colby.

Round 2: Jorge Masvidal is showing that mean streak in the second round. Terrific offense on the feet. Defended Covington's takedowns. Landing elbows, knees. Covington landed a few punches of his own and had one moment with a takedown and choke attempt, but that is a tremendous round for Masvidal. 19-19 after two.

Round 3: Covington regains control in the third. Early takedown of Masvidal against the fence. Masvidal didn't put up much of a fight on the takedown defense. Covington controls Masvidal the majority of the round, good ground and pound. Masvidal is able to get up late, but that's a clear round for Covington. Masvidal has his hands over his head going back to the corner after.