Jorge Masvidal News
Jorge Masvidal rejects "no takedowns" offer from Gilbert Burns: "Do what’s gotten you here"
Chris Taylor - July 9, 2022
Jorge Masvidal has rejected a “no takedowns” offer from fellow former UFC welterweight title challenger Gilbert Burns. Masvidal (35-16 MMA) has not competed since suffering a lopsided unanimous decision loss to his bitter rival Colby Covington at UFC 272 back in March. That setback marked “Gamebred’s” third in a row, as he had previously suffered back-to-back losses to reigning UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman.
Conor McGregor claps back at Jorge Masvidal following accusations of cocaine use and ducking fights: “Me and your mom get along”
Cole Shelton - June 28, 2022
Conor McGregor has fired back at Jorge Masvidal for his recent comments. Masvidal has been vocal in taking shots at McGregor as he hopes that will lead to them fighting. The Irishman is getting close to returning and may return at welterweight given the size he has added on during the time off, which is why Masvidal is interested in the bout, but he claims McGregor doesn’t want it.
Jorge Masvidal slams Conor McGregor for ducking the biggest pay-per-view fight in UFC history: “I think the only thing that makes him want to get out of bed is cocaine”
Josh Evanoff - June 28, 2022
UFC welterweight Jorge Masvidal believes that Conor McGregor is ducking him. ‘Gamebred’ has been out of action since his decision defeat to Colby Covington in March. Following that loss, he allegedly assaulted ‘Chaos’ later that month in Miami. Despite currently facing felony charges, Masvidal is on the hunt for another fight.
Daniel Cormier believes Jorge Masvidal has come to a crossroads in his UFC career: "He's gonna be fighting guys that have a little bit less name value"
Susan Cox - June 22, 2022
Daniel Cormier believes Jorge Masvidal has come to a crossroads in his UFC career. It is true that Masvidal (35-16 MMA) is coming off a three fight losing streak, two of the losses coming against welterweight champion Kamaru Usman (20-1 MMA).
Jorge Masvidal wants “easy money” fight with Conor McGregor in November or December: “Before this guy overdoses on cocaine”
Harry Kettle - June 21, 2022
Jorge Masvidal has confirmed his desire to battle Conor McGregor in a UFC superfight before the end of the year. The last couple of years haven’t been particularly kind to Jorge Masvidal or Conor McGregor when it comes to their exploits inside the cage. Masvidal has suffered defeats to Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington, whereas McGregor has been on the wrong end of consecutive losses to Dustin Poirier.
Leon Edwards says he will offer Jorge Masvidal a title shot if he dethrones Kamaru Usman at UFC 278
Harry Kettle - June 15, 2022
Leon Edwards has revealed that he will give Jorge Masvidal a title shot if he beats Kamaru Usman for the UFC welterweight title. Back in March 2019, UFC London was home to two big wins for Jorge Masvidal and Leon Edwards as both continued their march up through the 170-pound division. However, it was what happened backstage that made the headlines as Masvidal attacked Edwards following a brief exchange between the two.
Gilbert Burns targets return against Jorge Masvidal: "I can beat the s*it out of him"
Josh Evanoff - June 9, 2022
UFC welterweight contender Gilbert Burns is targeting a fight with Jorge Masvidal. The Brazilian has been out of action since his loss to Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 273 in April. While he came up short, Burns was praised for his performance as he took the undefeated Chechen to the limit. The pair received a Fight of the Night bonus for their efforts.
Jorge Masvidal sounds off on Herb Dean for bias refereeing: “I don’t think I’m his cup of tea”
Susan Cox - June 7, 2022
Jorge Masvidal is sounding off on Herb Dean for his bias refereeing. Masvidal believes Herb Dean doesn’t treat him fairly in the cage and he no longer wants the veteran referee to oversee his UFC fights.
Jorge Masvidal willing to meet Michel Pereira in the street, but not cage over callout: "How do you put your wife out there like that?"
Josh Evanoff - June 2, 2022
UFC welterweight Jorge Masvidal is willing to fight Michel Pereira. However, not in the cage. The Brazilian is fresh off a victory over Santiago Ponzinibbio last month at UFC Vegas 55. Following the bout, Pereira called out Jorge Masvidal for a showdown in the future. The source of the callout was the Brazilian alleging that ‘Gamebred’ messaged his wife on Instagram.
Jorge Masvidal reveals he is facing three felony charges for alleged attack on Colby Covington: “This guy’s a coward f**k”
Susan Cox - June 2, 2022
Jorge Masvidal has confirmed he is facing three felony charges for his alleged attack on Colby Covington. It was Colby Covington (17-3 MMA) vs Jorge Masvidal (35-16 MMA) in the welterweight main event at UFC 272 on March 5, 2022. Covington won the fight by unanimous decision.
Jorge Masvidal offers to sendoff Nate Diaz for final UFC fight: "I wouldn't mind breaking his jaw"
Josh Evanoff - June 1, 2022
UFC welterweight Jorge Masvidal would like to send off his former foe Nate Diaz in style. The Stockton slugger has been vocal about wanting to leave the UFC for months now. Despite being allegedly in talks to face Dustin Poirier or Khamzat Chimaev, neither fight has come to fruition. On Twitter, Diaz has voiced his displeasure with the promotion on several occasions.
Jorge Masvidal says he will KO Conor McGregor if the Irishman accepts the fight: "It's not going to be good for the Conor brand"
Cole Shelton - June 1, 2022
Jorge Masvidal doesn’t think Conor McGregor will actually fight him. Recently, Masvidal and McGregor have been going back and forth about a potential fight. It would be a massive scrap and one of the biggest the UFC can do at this time. The fight also makes sense given both men are on losing streaks, but for ‘Gamebred’ he isn’t sure if the Irishman takes it. But, if it does happen, Masvidal vows to KO McGregor badly.
Conor McGregor blasts Jorge Masvidal for accusing him of being on steroids: "Stupid beyond belief"
Josh Evanoff - May 30, 2022
Former UFC dual-weight champion Conor McGregor doesn’t seem to be a fan of Jorge Masvidal’s recent accusation. The Irishman has stated that he’s going to return later this year at 170 pounds. He’s been out of action due to a leg break last July against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264. Since that injury, McGregor has been on the shelf but has made his intentions known.
Jorge Masvidal says he’s innocent of all charges in alleged Colby Covington attack: “I am not going to let anyone disrespect my family”
Cole Shelton - May 30, 2022
Jorge Masvidal has said he is innocent of all charges in his alleged sucker punch attack on Colby Covington at a Miami steakhouse. After Covington defeated Masvidal in the main event of UFC 272, ‘Gamebred’ was still reeling in anger with what ‘Chaos’ had to say about him and his family. With that, Masvidal allegedly jumped Covington in Miami, chipping his tooth and damaging his watch. Still, ‘Gamebred’ claims he is innocent on all charges.
Jorge Masvidal accuses Conor McGregor of injecting steroids and all kinds of things: “But he is still a little boy”
Susan Cox - May 30, 2022
Jorge Masvidal has accused Conor McGregor of injecting steroids and ‘all kinds of things’ into his body. Conor McGregor (22-6 MMA) last fought in July of 2021 at UFC 264 where he succumbed to defeat against Dustin Poirier (28-7 MMA). The result was a broken leg for McGregor, which required surgery, rehabilitation and the Irishman is back into training looking for a Fall return to the Octagon.
Jorge Masvidal responds after Michel Pereira accuses him of sending DMs to his wife
Harry Kettle - May 23, 2022
Jorge Masvidal has questioned accusations from Michel Pereira that he was sending DMs to his wife over social media. The UFC roster is full of fighters wanting to try and make an impact and in order to do that, sometimes you have to rattle a few cages. Last Saturday night, Michel Pereira did just that by throwing the above accusation at Jorge Masvidal in the wake of his impressive win over Santiago Ponzinibbio.
Now in retirement, Paul Daley announces he'd return to fight Jorge Masvidal and Nick Diaz: "Those two fights, that's it"
Josh Evanoff - May 16, 2022
Former Bellator welterweight contender Paul Daley confirms he’s done fighting. Well, that’s unless he’s offered a fight with Jorge Masvidal or Nick Diaz. ‘Semtex’ had his swan song last Friday night at Bellator 281 in London. The 39-year-old knocked out Wendell Giácomo in his final fight, a fitting end to his career. However, it may not be the end after all.
Kamaru Usman responds to those who doubt his boxing skills: "I sent Jorge Masvidal to the shadow realm"
Josh Evanoff - May 12, 2022
UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman doesn’t really understand those who doubt his striking skills. ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ has been recently calling for a boxing match with Canelo Alvarez. While the boxing superstar first shot down the fight, he’s instead said that it’s just not going to happen now. That response has gotten anger from both Usman and his manager.