J. Masvidal receives the 'Toughest' belt. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook UFC
The week started off busy after the news that the lightweight champion (up to 70,3kg.), Khabib Nurmagomedov, may not be present in the main fight of UFC 249. Unable to travel due to the closure of borders in Russia, as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19), the 'Eagle' stated that he may not perform on April 18. Taking advantage of the opportunity, Jorge masvidal asked for passage and seems to be willing to face Tony Ferguson in the show.
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“I'm free on April 18th', wrote 'Jesus das Ruas' on his official Twitter account this Monday morning (30).
If Ultimate confirms the champion's withdrawal from the card, Masvidal could be a good name to face 'Bicho Papão' in the UFC 249. The North American is in a great phase in his career, coming off three consecutive victories and having even won the symbolic 'Toughest' MMA belt in November last year.
If Ultimate finds the confrontation between Jorge and Ferguson interesting, the 'Jesus das Ruas' should go through a weight cut or negotiate a catchweight confrontation, since, in his last commitments, the athlete has appeared between the middleweight divisions. medium (up to 77kg.).
Recently, Masvidal was negotiating for a title fight against Kamaru Usman, in a fight that could happen, according to Dana White, president of the organization, in July.
April 18 I'm free #theresurrection
— Jorge masvidal UFC (@GamebredFighter) March 30, 2020
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