Will Justin Gaethje and Jorge Masvidal finally clash in the Octagon? Read about their potential showdown and Gaethje’s response to Masvidal’s call-out in this article.
| The Potential Showdown |
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| Newly-crowned BMF titleholder, Justin Gaethje, has recently been called out by the inaugural symbolic champion, Jorge Masvidal. Despite Gaethje’s retirement in April, Masvidal insists on the possibility of a UFC showdown between them. However, Gaethje believes the chances of this fight happening are slim to none. |
| Gaethje’s Response |
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| During a Q&A session ahead of UFC 293 in Australia, Gaethje responded to Masvidal’s call-out. He expressed interest in the fight but emphasized that his main goal is the undisputed championship. Gaethje also pointed out the weight discrepancy between them, as he fights at 155 pounds while Masvidal appears to weigh around 240 pounds and would likely want to fight at 170 pounds. |
| Gaethje’s Future Plans |
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| Gaethje is expected to remain sidelined until the conclusion of the title rematch between champion Islam Makhachev and former titleholder Charles Oliveira at UFC 294 next month in Abu Dhabi. Gaethje has his sights set on fighting his Dominance MMA stablemate in another attempt to claim the undisputed divisional spoils. |
| The Future Clash |
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| The question remains: Will we ever see Justin Gaethje and Jorge Masvidal face off in the Octagon? Fans are eagerly awaiting the possibility of this exciting matchup between two talented fighters. Only time will tell if these two will finally meet in the cage. |
The Potential Showdown
Newly-crowned BMF titleholder, Justin Gaethje, has recently been called out by the inaugural symbolic champion, Jorge Masvidal. Despite Gaethje’s retirement in April, Masvidal insists on the possibility of a UFC showdown between them. However, Gaethje believes the chances of this fight happening are slim to none.
Gaethje earned the symbolic belt at UFC 291, defeating Masvidal’s training partner and former interim lightweight champion, Dustin Poirier, with a devastating second-round high-kick KO. Meanwhile, Masvidal announced his retirement from combat sports in April after suffering a decision defeat against Brazilian contender, Gilbert Burns.
Gaethje’s Response
During a Q&A session ahead of UFC 293 in Australia, Gaethje responded to Masvidal’s call-out. He expressed interest in the fight but emphasized that his main goal is the undisputed championship. Gaethje also pointed out the weight discrepancy between them, as he fights at 155 pounds while Masvidal appears to weigh around 240 pounds and would likely want to fight at 170 pounds.
Gaethje’s Future Plans
Gaethje is expected to remain sidelined until the conclusion of the title rematch between champion Islam Makhachev and former titleholder Charles Oliveira at UFC 294 next month in Abu Dhabi. Gaethje has his sights set on fighting his Dominance MMA stablemate in another attempt to claim the undisputed divisional spoils.
The Future Clash
The question remains: Will we ever see Justin Gaethje and Jorge Masvidal face off in the Octagon? Fans are eagerly awaiting the possibility of this exciting matchup between two talented fighters. Only time will tell if these two will finally meet in the cage.
