UFC Fight Night: Covington vs. Woodley Full Fight Card, Date & Details
UFC Fight Night: Covington vs. Woodley
United States
Main Card • Final
R5, 1:19
R3, 5:00
United Arab Emirates
R1, 0:17
Performance of the Night
Brazil
R1, 2:43
R1, 3:44
Performance of the Night
Canada
R3, 5:00
England
Preliminary Card • Final
Czech Republic
R3, 5:00
R3, 1:21
Performance of the Night
R1, 2:29
Italy
Australia
R3, 4:21
R1, 0:52
R1, 0:41
Performance of the Night
R3, 5:00
Mexico
R2, 0:34
Official Event Results
Official Post-Fight Bonus Awards
$50,000 Post-Fight Bonus Recipients
Fight of the Night: No Fight of the Night bonus was awarded for this event.
Performance of the Night: Khamzat Chimaev earned $50,000 for his lightning-fast 17-second one-punch knockout over Gerald Meerschaert.
Performance of the Night: Mackenzie Dern collected $50,000 for her slick first-round armbar submission victory against Randa Markos.
Performance of the Night: Damon Jackson earned $50,000 for his dramatic third-round comeback guillotine choke submission over Mirsad Bektic on three days’ notice.
Performance of the Night: Randy Costa pocketed $50,000 for his highlight-reel 41-second switch head kick knockout of Journey Newson.
Reported Payouts & Disclosed Purses
Fighter Purses & Total Payout Estimates
| Fighter | Result | Base Purse | Win / Finish Bonus | Performance Bonus | Estimated Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIN | $150,000 | $150,000 | — | $310,000 | |
| LOSS | $200,000 | — | — | $215,000 | |
| NC | $200,000 | — | — | $220,000 | |
| NC | $45,000 | — | — | $46,500 | |
| WIN | $45,000 | $45,000 | $50,000 | $143,500 | |
| LOSS | $35,000 | — | — | $45,000 | |
| WIN | $50,000 | $50,000 | — | $105,000 | |
| LOSS | $25,000 | — | — | $30,000 | |
| WIN | $50,000 | $50,000 | $50,000 | $154,000 | |
| LOSS | $35,000 | — | — | $45,000 | |
| WIN | $35,000 | $35,000 | — | $75,000 | |
| LOSS | $30,000 | — | — | $40,000 | |
| WIN | $14,000 | $14,000 | — | $31,500 | |
| LOSS | $18,000 | — | — | $22,000 | |
| WIN | $12,000 | $12,000 | $50,000 | $77,500 | |
| LOSS | $38,000 | — | — | $43,000 | |
| WIN | $14,000 | $14,000 | — | $31,500 | |
| LOSS | $20,000 | — | — | $24,000 | |
| WIN | $22,000 | $22,000 | — | $48,000 | |
| LOSS | $10,000 | — | — | $13,500 | |
| WIN | $12,000 | $12,000 | — | $27,500 | |
| LOSS | $10,000 | — | — | $13,500 | |
| WIN | $14,000 | $14,000 | $50,000 | $81,500 | |
| LOSS | $12,000 | — | — | $15,500 | |
| WIN | $24,000 | $24,000 | — | $53,000 | |
| LOSS | $14,000 | — | — | $17,500 | |
| WIN | $16,000 | $16,000 | — | $35,500 | |
| LOSS | $10,000 | — | — | $13,500 |
*Purses reflect reported contract payouts and verified UFC promotional compliance pay (Reebok incentive tiers). Figures also include official post-fight Performance of the Night bonus awards ($50,000 each) distributed by the promotion.
Historic UFC Records Set
Promotional Records Established at UFC Fight Night: Covington vs. Woodley
Khamzat Chimaev earned his third consecutive UFC victory in just 66 days (July 15 to September 19, 2020), shattering the modern UFC record for the fastest timeframe to earn three promotional victories.
Khamzat Chimaev’s 17-second one-punch knockout of Gerald Meerschaert tied for the third-fastest knockout finish in UFC middleweight history, needing only four landed strikes.
The card generated 10 finishes across 14 bouts (6 knockouts, 4 submissions), matching the highest total number of finishes on any UFC card in the entire 2020 calendar year.
Six fights concluded in the first round (Chimaev, Walker, Dern, Bueno Silva, Minner, Costa), ranking among the highest single-event opening-round finish tallies in UFC Apex history.
Randy Costa executed a lightning-fast 41-second switch head kick knockout against Journey Newson, delivering one of the fastest head kick finishes in bantamweight history.
Khamzat Chimaev absorbed only two total strikes across his first three promotional appearances combined, setting an all-time record for least damage taken over three UFC fights.
Returning to the UFC on just three days’ notice after a four-year absence, Damon Jackson pulled off a thrilling third-round submission over Mirsad Bektic to claim a $50,000 bonus.
Mackenzie Dern became the first female competitor in UFC strawweight history to earn multiple first-round armbar submission victories inside the Octagon.
Darrick Minner secured his first promotional victory in just 52 seconds by trapping TJ Laramie in a tight guillotine choke, marking one of the fastest featherweight submissions.
Kevin Holland secured his third Octagon victory of 2020 by defeating Darren Stewart via split decision, paving the way for his record-tying 5-0 calendar year run.
Colby Covington racked up over 12 minutes of ground and cage control time while landing 232 total strikes against former champion Tyron Woodley across five rounds.
Covington vs. Woodley became one of the rare non-title five-round main event bouts in modern UFC history to conclude via technical knockout in the fifth round.
When and where did UFC Fight Night: Covington vs. Woodley take place?
UFC Fight Night: Covington vs. Woodley took place on Saturday, September 19, 2020, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Who won the main event between Colby Covington and Tyron Woodley?
Colby Covington defeated former welterweight champion Tyron Woodley via TKO (rib injury) at 1:19 of Round 5 after dominating the grappling and striking exchanges.
Why was Donald Cerrone vs. Niko Price changed to a No Contest?
The co-main event originally concluded in a majority draw (29–27, 28–28, 28–28) after Price had a point deducted for eye pokes. However, the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) overturned the outcome to a No Contest after Price tested positive for carboxy THC.
How fast did Khamzat Chimaev knock out Gerald Meerschaert?
Khamzat Chimaev delivered a stunning one-punch knockout in just 17 seconds of Round 1, tying the third-fastest knockout in UFC middleweight history.
Who won the $50,000 post-fight bonus awards?
Four fighters received $50,000 Performance of the Night bonuses: Khamzat Chimaev, Mackenzie Dern, Damon Jackson, and Randy Costa. No Fight of the Night was awarded.
How did Johnny Walker defeat Ryan Spann?
Johnny Walker survived two early knockdowns to knock out Ryan Spann with fierce downward elbows and punches at 2:43 of Round 1.
How did Mackenzie Dern win her fight against Randa Markos?
Mackenzie Dern used her world-class jiu-jitsu to submit Randa Markos with a slick armbar at 3:44 of Round 1, earning a Performance of the Night bonus.
How did Damon Jackson perform on short notice against Mirsad Bektic?
Stepping in on only three days’ notice after a four-year absence from the Octagon, Damon Jackson pulled off a thrilling third-round guillotine choke submission at 1:21 of Round 3.
Who won the fight between Kevin Holland and Darren Stewart?
Kevin Holland defeated Darren Stewart via split decision (29–28, 28–29, 29–28) in an entertaining middleweight war.
How fast was Randy Costa’s knockout of Journey Newson?
Randy Costa knocked out Journey Newson with a vicious switch head kick in just 41 seconds of Round 1, collecting Performance of the Night honors.
What were the official attendance and live gate figures?
Due to health precautions during the COVID-19 pandemic, the event took place behind closed doors at the UFC Apex with 0 spectators in attendance and a $0 live gate.
Where was UFC Fight Night: Covington vs. Woodley broadcast?
The entire 14-bout card streamed live exclusively on ESPN+ across the United States.
Who were the commentators and cage announcer for the event?
The event was called by cage-side commentators Jon Anik, Paul Felder, and former champion Dominick Cruz, with Bruce Buffer serving as the official Octagon announcer.
How many fights finished inside the distance at this event?
The event featured 10 finishes out of 14 bouts (6 knockouts and 4 submissions), with six occurring in the very first round.
How did Darrick Minner defeat TJ Laramie?
Darrick Minner submitted promotional newcomer TJ Laramie via guillotine choke in just 52 seconds of Round 1.
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