Jorge Masvidal News
You can bet on if Nate Diaz will 'Stockton Slap' Jorge Masvidal at UFC 244
Adam Martin - October 31, 2019
You can now bet on if Nate Diaz will land a ‘Stockton Slap’ on Jorge Masvidal when they meet this weekend in the main event of UFC 244 for the BMF title. The online sportsbook BetOnline has released a fun prop bet giving bettors the opportunity to put money on Nate Diaz landing his signature move. Check out the opening odds for the prop on Diaz landing a ‘Stockton Slap’ on Masvidal, courtesy of OddsShark.
Jorge Masvidal reacts to Donald Trump potentially attending UFC 244
Tom Taylor - October 31, 2019
US President Donald Trump is expected to attend Saturday’s UFC 244 in New York City, which is topped by a welterweight showdown between Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz. Speaking to TMZ ahead of his fight with Diaz, the Cuban-American Masvidal reacted to the prospect of fighting in front of Trump.
UFC 244 | Pro fighters make their picks for Jorge Masvidal vs. Nate Diaz for the BMF title
Cole Shelton - October 31, 2019
In the main event of UFC 244, Jorge Masvidal is taking on Nate Diaz for the BMF title. The fight was almost derailed by a USADA scare last week, yet it is thankfully still on. Heading into the tilt, “Gamebred” is a -155 favorite while Diaz is a +125 underdog.
VIDEO | Jorge Masvidal gets fans to box during UFC open workouts
Cole Shelton - October 30, 2019
Jorge Masvidal held his UFC 244 open workout on Wednesday and did the exact opposite of working out. Masvidal came out and said he wanted to be entertained so he got coach Mike Brown to go into the crowd and find the toughest guys to box each other. But, to make it safe, “Gamebred” only allowed body shots and was on the mic shouting and screaming when something happened.
How to watch UFC 244: Masvidal vs. Diaz BMF Title fight
Natasha Hooper - October 29, 2019
UFC 244 is one of the most highly anticipated events on the 2019 MMA calendar and it takes place this weekend at Madison Square Gardens in New York. Jorge Masvidal will square off against Nate Diaz in the welterweight main event. They will battle it out for the unprecedented ‘BMF’ title, awarded by none other than Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson.
Jorge Masvidal explains how he reacted to Nate Diaz's USADA scare
Tom Taylor - October 29, 2019
Last weekend, Nate Diaz gave the entire MMA community a terrible scare by announcing that he was out of his UFC 244 fight with Jorge Masvidal. Masvidal, of course, was not immune to this jarring news. Speaking to MMA Fighting ahead of UFC 244, Masvidal explained how he reacted when this Diaz news came out.
Dan Hardy breaks down Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal
Harry Kettle - October 29, 2019
UFC commentators Dan Hardy and John Gooden have broken down the ins and outs of UFC 244’s fantastic main event between Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz. With just a few days remaining until the two popular welterweights square off at Madison Square Garden, the hype for the showdown is at an all-time high. Both men have unique and interesting styles, which is one of the primary reasons as to why it isn’t exactly surprising to see a “BMF” Championship being on the line for the winner.
Nate Diaz arrives in New York City for UFC 244
Harry Kettle - October 28, 2019
UFC 244 headliner Nate Diaz has officially arrived in New York City ahead of his huge main event showdown against Jorge Masvidal this weekend. Diaz (20-11) will go head to head with Masvidal (34-13) with the BMF Championship being up for grabs at Madison Square Garden. The fight is widely considered to be one of the most highly anticipated encounters of the year in mixed martial arts, with both men riding a strong wave of momentum with three impressive wins between them in 2019.
Jorge Masvidal and Ben Askren join forces to bash Kamaru Usman
Tom Taylor - October 25, 2019
Jorge Masvidal and Ben Askren have never gotten along, but that doesn’t mean they can’t come together to roast a mutual nemesis. The enemy of my enemy is my friend, as they say.
Leon Edwards expected to replace Nate Diaz against Jorge Masvidal
Cole Shelton - October 24, 2019
It appears the UFC has had a backup plan in case either of Nate Diaz or Jorge Masvidal had to pull out of their UFC 244 main event. And, that backup plan is Leon Edwards. According to Chisanga Malata of Daily Star Sport, the UFC have been paying Edwards to be in a training camp and on standby for this fight.
Jorge Masvidal and other pro fighters react to Nate Diaz pulling out of UFC 244
Christopher Taylor - October 24, 2019
Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz were supposed to square off for the promotions new BMF Title in the main event of UFC 244 next month in New York. However, earlier this afternoon ‘The Stockton Slugger’ took to Twitter where he announced that he had been flagged by USADA and thus would not be competing on the November 2 fight card at Madison Square Garden.
Conor McGregor gives his prediction for Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal
Adam Martin - October 23, 2019
Conor McGregor was asked to predict who he believes will win the UFC 244 main event between welterweights Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal, and his answer may surprise you. Speaking at a press conference in Ukraine on Wednesday, the host asked “Mystic Mac” who will win the BMF title at UFC 244. Here’s what Conor McGregor said.
Colby Covington set to stay at American Top Team despite recent feuds
Harry Kettle - October 21, 2019
UFC welterweight contender Colby Covington has confirmed that he will not be leaving American Top Team following recent disputes with his teammates. Covington (15-1) has won his last seven fights and will challenge Kamaru Usman for the UFC Welterweight Championship at UFC 245 in December. Prior to that, however, one issue that needed to be resolved was the ongoing problems between himself and several members of ATT.
Ben Askren believes Nate Diaz doesn't deserve a title shot
Natasha Hooper - October 20, 2019
Nate Diaz is set to face Jorge Masvidal for the ‘BMF’ belt at UFC 244 on Saturday 2nd, November. If he wins, many believe he deserves a title shot against the winner of Kamaru Usman vs Colby Covington. But according to Ben Askren, the ‘Stockton Slapper’ won’t be getting a title shot any time soon. The former Bellator and ONE champion believes Diaz’ inactivity has affected his chances in the division.
Ben Askren wants rematch with Jorge Masvidal
Tom Taylor - October 15, 2019
Ben Askren only got five seconds in the cage with Jorge Masvidal, falling to a flying knee in that span. Unsurprisingly, he’s keen to get a little more cage-time in with his rival. “What I said explicitly was I wanted to come back [from retirement] to see if I was the best in the world,” Askren told MMA Fighting recently. “In that five seconds, we didn’t find that out. We found out Jorge has a fantastic knee and that I’m not invincible, but we didn’t find much else out.
Jorge Masvidal open to Ben Askren rematch down the line
Cole Shelton - October 14, 2019
Jorge Masvidal is open to running things back with Ben Askren eventually. The two fought at UFC 239 in a highly-anticipated fight. Yet, the scrap only lasted five-seconds as Jorge Masvidal landed a flying knee that knocked Askren out cold to hand him his first professional loss.
Kevin Lee bashes BMF title, Jorge Masvidal fires back
Tom Taylor - October 2, 2019
Kevin Lee is not impressed by the newly conceived BMF title, which will be on the line when Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz collide in the UFC 244 main event. Lee bashed this newly conceived, one-off title in an interview with MMA Junkie.
PHOTO | Record-breaking Jorge Masvidal KO becomes mural at American Top Team
Thomas Taylor - September 30, 2019
Jorge Masvidal made his way into the UFC history books at UFC 239 when he zapped the formerly undefeated Ben Askren in a record-shattering five seconds. Now, this incredible victory is being immortalized with a mural at American Top Team, Masvidal’s long-time gym. This Masvidal mural is being done artist Ross Baines. Baines has already painted a small-scale version of the image that will ultimately end up on the wall of American Top Team.