Covington making UFC return vs. Buckley in Dec. The UFC has added a pair of welterweight matchups to its lineup in December, one of which includes the return of Colby Covington.

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Edwards to defend title vs. Covington at UFC 296 Leon Edwards will defend his welterweight title against Colby Covington at UFC 296 on Dec. 16, while flyweight champ Alexandre Pantoja will face Brandon Royval.