UFC 296 -- Leon Edwards vs. Colby Covington: Fight card, date, rumors, odds, location, complete guide As the year draws to a close, the UFC's 296 final pay-per-view event for 2023 is on the horizon. Headlining the December 16 card in Las Vegas is a clash between Welterweight champion Leon Edwards and Colby Covington. The event also features an exciting matchup for the flyweight crown, with Alexandre Pantoja facing off against Brandon Royval. #JoeRogan #UFC296 #leonedwards #UFC Leon Edwards has enjoyed an impressive undefeated streak since his 2015 loss to Kamaru Usman, a setback he has since avenged twice. Having put the trilogy behind him, Leon Edwards is now focused on new challenges. Colby Covington, on the other hand, has secured a third undisputed title shot, despite what some consider a less-than-convincing case. With a 3-2 record, including wins over fighters who have since retired, Covington's claim to the title shot is a topic of debate. Notably, his most impressive perfor