When 19-year-old Australian streamer Chrogman stepped into the octagon with UFC veteran Colby Covington, he likely expected a challenging training session. What he didn’t anticipate was becoming ill in front of thousands of live viewers.
The unusual encounter unfolded during one of Covington’s KICK streaming sessions, where the 37-year-old welterweight offered the young content creator a substantial incentive. “If you’re able to beat me in training today, I’ve got $30,000 for you bro. If not, you got to go in the cold tub,” Covington explained as the challenge began.
Chrogman has built his Twitch following by engaging in physical challenges with followers across various global locations, from Paris landmarks to high-profile matchups with other influencers. However, stepping into the cage with a former UFC interim champion proved to be an entirely different proposition.
The sparring session started with Covington allowing his opponent opportunities to land strikes. But once the veteran began his counterattack, the inexperience gap became immediately apparent. Covington methodically worked Chrogman against the cage, delivering a series of body shots that left the teenager crumpled on the mat.
After the initial barrage, Chrogman managed to return to his feet, but he issued a warning that would prove prophetic: “I might throw up in the octagon, is that alright with everyone?”
The session continued, but Covington’s relentless pressure and precision targeting took their toll. Soon after, the young streamer found himself on the canvas again, this time succumbing to nausea and vomiting across the octagon floor while thousands watched the live stream.
“It’s not a good idea to challenge a UFC fighter, who’s also a champion, to any sort of boxing match,” Chrogman admitted in the aftermath.
Despite the one-sided nature of the encounter, Covington showed respect for his opponent’s courage in accepting the challenge. “He’s a bright young mind and he’s f*****g got a ton of talent,” the veteran said. “You’re 19 years old, I’m 37. I’ve been world champion, so I’m double your age, I’ve got so much experience.”
The veteran offered words of encouragement, emphasizing the importance of gradual development. “The more experience he gets, just train smarter, not harder, that’s the most important key to combat sports and just have fun with it. Thanks for coming and being the man in the arena.”
This spectacle comes during a transitional period for Covington, who has increasingly focused on streaming content following his recent competitive struggles. His last octagon appearance resulted in a third-round knockout loss to Joaquin Buckley at UFC Tampa in December 2024, marking his second consecutive defeat.
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