UFC 253’s Hakeem Dawodu questions Colby Covington’s ‘rude, racist’ comments

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UFC 253’s Hakeem Dawodu questions Colby Covington’s ‘rude, racist’ comments

Ahead of UFC 253, Hakeem Dawodu spoke with reporters Wednesday during media day.

Dawodu (11-1-1 MMA, 4-1 UFC) discussed his featherweight bout with Zubaira Tukhugov (19-4-1 MMA, 4-1-1 UFC), being comfortable in the UFC, his plan to call out a top-10 contender, his reaction to Colby Covington’s press conference after his recent win and more.

You can watch the full interview in the video above.

UFC 253 takes place Saturday at Flash Forum at Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. The main card airs on pay-per-view following prelims on ESPN2 and ESPN+.

UFC 253’s Hakeem Dawodu questions Colby Covington’s ‘rude, racist’ comments