Jorge Masvidal reveals strategy to overcome Gilbert Durinho in fight at UFC 287

Brazilian's opponent in April, veteran explains how he intends to overcome welterweight prominence

G. Durinho (left) faces J. Masvidal (right) in the UFC 287. Photo: SUPER FIGHTS montage

Close to his confrontation against Gilbert Durinho No. UFC 287, Jorge masvidal He exudes confidence when it comes to the challenge against the Brazilian. Pressured for a positive result, the veteran revealed the strategy to leave the Octagon with victory. The fighter analyzed the technical fit and guaranteed to take advantage of the Niteroi native's supposed inefficiencies.

“It’s a great fight. I think the wrestling his is not very good. So I can nullify his wrestling and keep the match standing. Standing up, he makes a lot of mistakes, just watching from a striker's point of view. I feel like he will give me an opening to connect my left hook to the chin and end his night,” said Masvidal, in an interview with podcast by Joe Rogan.

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No UFC 287, Jorge will enter the octagon pressured for a victory. Twice challenging for the welterweight belt (under 77,1kg), the veteran has accumulated three consecutive defeats and has not won a fight since 2019.

Current number five in the ranking led by Leon edwards, Gilbert Durinho comes from a great victory over Neil Magny No. UFC 283. The Brazilian is looking for victory to get closer to a new clash for the group's belt.

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