Jorge Masvidal’s loss and retirement at UFC 287 prompts reactions from fighters suggesting inadequate preparation

Gilbert Burns, a Brazilian mixed martial artist, outclassed hometown hero, Jorge Masvidal for the first time in his career in front of Jorge’s crowd at the UFC 287. Burns secured a unanimous decision, scoring 30-27 twice and 29-28 on Saturday night by outstriking. Masvidal on the feet and completing takedowns to rack up control time. In the third round, it even looked like Masvidal was … Continue reading Jorge Masvidal’s loss and retirement at UFC 287 prompts reactions from fighters suggesting inadequate preparation

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

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?

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

Video Podcast Ep.3: Conor McGregor challenges José Aldo to a boxing match | Paddy Pimblett targets Jared Gordon rematch

Mohammad Sheikh and Frank Bonada sit down to discuss the aftermath of Gamebred Boxing, as Conor McGregor calls out Jose Aldo, and Anthony Pettis targets a bout with Anderson Silva. Valentina Shevchenko faces backlash from the fans after she criticizes Jason Herzog, Paddy Pimblett cuts a promo for a rematch with Jared Gordon, and more! Checkout the full video here. Continue reading Video Podcast Ep.3: Conor McGregor challenges José Aldo to a boxing match | Paddy Pimblett targets Jared Gordon rematch

MMA fighters Jorge Masvidal and Kevin Holland were separated by security prior to UFC 287

Jorge Masvidal and Kevin Holland exchanged heated words in the lobby of the host hotel ahead of UFC 287 in Miami, but sources familiar with the incident described it as “nothing major.” According to reports, there was no physical altercation, and no punches were thrown. Video footage emerged on social media showing the two welterweights shouting at each other, with UFC security officers keeping them … Continue reading MMA fighters Jorge Masvidal and Kevin Holland were separated by security prior to UFC 287