On the eve of UFC 261, Jorge Masvidal announces bare-knuckle MMA event

J. Masvidal faces K. Usman in the UFC 261. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

One of the most notorious names in MMA today, Jorge masvidal He will also begin his career as an event promoter soon. Before facing Kamaru Usman No. UFC 261 this Saturday (24), the fighter announced the launch of the bare-knuckle MMA tournament'Gamebred Fighting Championship'. The announcement was made on their social networks.

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“Great news for true fight fans. Me and the incomparable Anuel have teamed up to bring you the cruelest Bare Knuckle MMA fights we could think of. That’s right, no gloves, same rules and the first event will be in Miami, on June 25th”, announced Masvidal.

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In addition to opening the event, the 'gamebred', as he is known, will have Puerto Rican rapper Anuel AA as his partner. The organization will have the same rules, but without competitors using gloves in their fights.

Before switching to professional MMA, Masvidal gained some notoriety for standing out in street fights, which became hugely 'viral' on YouTube. The videos in question also featured Kimbo Slice, who also fought in Ultimate.

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Jorge masvidal, however, focuses his attention on the rematch against Kamaru Usman, valid for the welterweight belt (up to 77kg.) and held this Saturday (24), in Las Vegas (USA). Currently, the North American has a record of 35 wins and 14 losses.