Gilbert Burns has alleged that Jorge Masvidal was greasing during their UFC 287 fight, stating that Masvidal was “very slick”

Gilbert Burns is not upset after his fight at UFC 287 and believes that he would have won by finish if he could have kept a hold of Jorge Masvidal. Burns defeated Masvidal both in striking and grappling over three rounds but couldn’t secure a submission against him. Despite this, Burns was content with the fight and his performance. Burns had several successful takedown attempts … Continue reading Gilbert Burns has alleged that Jorge Masvidal was greasing during their UFC 287 fight, stating that Masvidal was “very slick”

Video Podcast Ep.4: UFC 287: Alex Pereira vs. Israel Adesanya Preview | Jorge Masvidal vs. Gilbert Burns

The MMA Stream’s Frank Bonada is joined by guest co-host Murdo Todd to preview UFC 287, in which Alex Pereira and Israel Adesanya face off once again for the middleweight title! Checkout the full video here. Continue reading Video Podcast Ep.4: UFC 287: Alex Pereira vs. Israel Adesanya Preview | Jorge Masvidal vs. Gilbert Burns

Burns commends Edwards’ victory but criticizes Usman’s performance, citing lack of sharpness in their third fight

When Leon Edwards fought Kamaru Usman in their trilogy fight, Gilbert Burns believed that Edwards had the perfect game plan. Edwards executed his kicks to perfection, which made Usman too worried to move, slowing down his gas tank. Edwards’ takedown defense was impressive, but the body shots from Edwards made Usman lose some of his strength. Burns felt that Usman’s wrestling could have been better, … Continue reading Burns commends Edwards’ victory but criticizes Usman’s performance, citing lack of sharpness in their third fight

Jorge Masvidal feels that his UFC 287 victory has made him eligible for a title match due to his and Leon’s capability to draw in viewership

Jorge Masvidal is eager to compete in the first UFC event held in Miami in two decades. UFC 287 will feature the co-main event in which Masvidal will participate. This match has a significant meaning for Masvidal, who entered a UFC event live in Miami 20 years ago, commemorating his first live event ever. Masvidal stated that he was about to turn 18, and he … Continue reading Jorge Masvidal feels that his UFC 287 victory has made him eligible for a title match due to his and Leon’s capability to draw in viewership

There was another physical altercation between Jorge Masvidal and Kevin Holland during UFC 287 weigh-ins

New footage has emerged showing a further altercation between Jorge Masvidal and Kevin Holland, despite UFC President Dana White attempting to shut down questions regarding their initial quarrel at the UFC 287 press conference. According to Holland’s manager, Oren Hodak, ‘Gamebred’ had targeted his fighter just as he had during the earlier incident, which received widespread media attention. Although Holland had initially told Masvidal to … Continue reading There was another physical altercation between Jorge Masvidal and Kevin Holland during UFC 287 weigh-ins

Will UFC 287 preview determine the fate of Israel Adesanya and Jorge Masvidal?

The highly anticipated UFC middleweight championship of the world between Alex Pereira and Israel Adesanya is set to take place for the fourth time, potentially marking the final battle between the two. Ahead of the event, MMA Fighting’s top journalists, including Mike Heck, Shaheen Al-Shatti, and Jed Meshew, will provide an in-depth analysis of the matchup, highlighting each fighter’s strengths and what changes can be … Continue reading Will UFC 287 preview determine the fate of Israel Adesanya and Jorge Masvidal?

Israel Adesanya promises to have one fight only with Alex Pereira following their last UFC 287 confrontatio

Israel Adesanya is determined to make his fourth meeting with Alex Pereira the final one as the two fighters prepare for the main event at UFC 287 on Saturday. Adesanya has the opportunity to reclaim the UFC middleweight title that he was stripped of by Pereira in November, as well as secure his first victory over Pereira in their ongoing kickboxing rivalry. Speaking after the … Continue reading Israel Adesanya promises to have one fight only with Alex Pereira following their last UFC 287 confrontatio

At UFC 287 faceoffs, Israel Adesanya wears a dog collar, and Gilbert Burns vows to defeat Jorge Masvidal

The stage was set and the energy palpable as four of UFC’s top fighters, middleweight champion Alex Pereira, Israel Adesanya, Jorge Masvidal, and Gilbert Burns, stepped up to face each other one last time before their highly anticipated bouts at UFC 287. The event, slated to take place at the esteemed Kaseya Center in Miami on April 8, promises to be an electrifying display of … Continue reading At UFC 287 faceoffs, Israel Adesanya wears a dog collar, and Gilbert Burns vows to defeat Jorge Masvidal

The UFC 287 weigh-in results reveal the anticipated main event bout between Alex Pereira and Israel Adesanya, while one fighter fails to make weight

The highly anticipated rematch between Alex Pereira and Israel Adesanya has been confirmed, as both fighters have made weight for their middleweight title match at UFC 287. Pereira weighed in at 185 pounds, while Adesanya came in just shy at 184.5 pounds. Adesanya was the first fighter to weigh in on the day, with Pereira arriving later in the weigh-in window. A similar success was … Continue reading The UFC 287 weigh-in results reveal the anticipated main event bout between Alex Pereira and Israel Adesanya, while one fighter fails to make weight

Dana White refutes inquiries about Jorge Masvidal and Kevin Holland’s clash, asks if the intention is to provoke discord

During the UFC 287 pre-fight press conference, athletes Jorge Masvidal and Kevin Holland were expected to be questioned about their altercation during fight week. However, UFC president Dana White shut down any inquiries about the issue. The incident occurred at the host hotel in Miami, and videos showed the welterweights engaged in a shouting match. Masvidal responded with an expletive-filled reply when asked what had … Continue reading Dana White refutes inquiries about Jorge Masvidal and Kevin Holland’s clash, asks if the intention is to provoke discord

Gilbert Burns employed individuals to examine him and rivals, while Jorge Masvidal is more astute than believed

Gilbert Burns has been strategically honing his approach to fights by enlisting the help of a scout to assess potential opponents. Ahead of his UFC 287 bout against Jorge Masvidal, Burns told the Trocação Franca podcast of how scout Daniel Mendes’ analytical approach has helped him understand Masvidal’s fighting style better. Part of Mendes’ job is to collate extensive footage of opponents, including identifying and … Continue reading Gilbert Burns employed individuals to examine him and rivals, while Jorge Masvidal is more astute than believed

Jorge Masvidal doubts Colby Covington’s merit for a title shot due to concerns about his brain injury history

Jorge Masvidal, a highly skilled mixed martial artist, remains optimistic about his chances of securing a shot at the UFC title this weekend. In the previous month, Leon Edwards, the welterweight champion, defeated Kamaru Usman in their rematch at UFC 286, strengthening his grip on the 170-pound title. Shortly after the fight, Edwards suggested that his next title defense might be against the winner of … Continue reading Jorge Masvidal doubts Colby Covington’s merit for a title shot due to concerns about his brain injury history