UFC fighter Colby Covington, often viewed as a villain in the MMA world,

UFC fighter Colby Covington, often viewed as a villain in the MMA world, has his share of admirers—one of whom happens to be actress Megan Fox. 

This was revealed when Covington leaked a series of direct messages he exchanged with Fox during a recent chat with streamer N3on. Covington's provocative persona has polarized fans throughout his career but has also contributed to a lucrative run in the UFC, including high-profile bouts against Kamaru Usman and Leon Edwards. Despite the controversies that have followed him, Covington has garnered a loyal fanbase, including notable figures like former U.S. President Donald Trump. Among his admirers is the acclaimed actress Megan Fox. 
In his conversation with N3on, Covington shared how he connected with Fox through direct messages. "I've always thought Megan Fox was the ultimate badass. After one of my fights, she reached out to me and said, 'Colby, you're my favorite UFC bad guy.' I've idolized her, and now she's sliding into my DMs," Covington recounted. (h/t Men's Journal) When pressed further by N3on for details, Covington revealed Fox's supportive words: "Rooting for you tonight. You are my favorite UFC bad guy since Chael [Sonnen]. It must be hard to maintain that tough persona when you're really more of a sensitive and sweet person. But you're so funny and talented—you deserve to be a superstar." Covington is eager to re-enter the title conversation in the welterweight division after experiencing a setback against Joaquin Buckley in December. 
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He has lost three out of his last four fights, with his only victory during that span coming from his bout against ex-teammate Jorge Masvidal at UFC 272. Additionally, Covington created a buzz backstage at UFC 314 in Miami when he got into a heated exchange with Paddy Pimblett during one of Pimblett's post-fight interviews. The two have had a contentious relationship, with Covington recently warning Pimblett about a potential encounter in the future. Pimblett is eyeing a transition to welterweight as he nears a title shot in the lightweight division. His recent victory over Michael Chandler has only intensified discussions about his future. In related news, Ian Machado Garry, a previously speculated opponent for Covington, sided with Pimblett during the backstage clash, praising Pimblett's response. Covington and Garry were briefly in talks for a match at UFC 303 last June, but it never came to fruition. 

As Covington aims for a comeback in the UFC, he will likely continue to attract both fans and critics, though it's clear that Fox remains a supporter. Sean O'Malley Prepares for Title Match Against Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 316: Meanwhile, Sean O'Malley is in training for his rematch against Merab Dvalishvili, set for UFC 316 on June 7. O'Malley took a hiatus from fighting to recuperate from injuries after losing the bantamweight title to Dvalishvili at UFC 306 last September. After Dvalishvili successfully defended his title against Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC 311, the promotion announced the long-awaited rematch. Following his initial loss, O'Malley made significant lifestyle changes, including stepping away from social media to focus on recovery. Additionally, O'Malley has been training with fellow UFC star Israel Adesanya as both athletes look to revitalize their careers. The two have shared training sessions at O'Malley's facility, known as 'The Suga Factory.' In recent times, Adesanya has faced difficulties in the octagon, currently on a three-fight losing streak following his latest match against Nassourdine Imavov. 
O'Malley's help comes at a crucial moment as Adesanya aims to turn things around. O'Malley, aware of the criticisms regarding an immediate title rematch, has responded to doubters, stating that his upcoming fight will be entirely different since he is not entering it injured. Joe Rogan Faces Backlash Over Paddy Pimblett Impression: In a separate incident, UFC commentator Joe Rogan has come under fire from fans after delivering a poorly received impression of Paddy Pimblett on the UFC 314 broadcast. Rogan, known for his stand-up comedy, attempted to mimic Pimblett's distinct Liverpool accent during the post-fight analysis, which did not go over well with viewers. Following Pimblett's impressive victory over Michael Chandler, Rogan's mockery was met with derision online, with fans suggesting it was time for him to step down from his commentary role. 
In a moment of unusual confusion during the post-fight show, Rogan found himself explaining Pimblett's unique trash-talking style, which includes terms with more crude connotations that needed careful framing for broadcast. His attempt at humor left co-commentators Daniel Cormier and Jon Anik laughing but ultimately sparked a wave of criticism from fans who felt it was time for Rogan to retire from commentary altogether.