Jorge masvidal at a UFC press conference. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Mixed martial arts star, Jorge masvidal He shows that he does not want to end his illustrious career without raising his arms for the last time. Defeated by Gilbert Durinho No. UFC 287, the American had announced his retirement after the episode. However, eight months after the decision, ‘Jesus das Ruas’ went back and surprised fans by revealing that he is back in the sport.
“Unretired,” Masvidal published on his official Twitter account. 'X' (old Twitter).
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Caught by surprise, the athlete's followers quickly reacted to the announcement and suggested duels that the former challenger for the welterweight title (up to 77,1kg) could carry out in his eventual return to Ultimate.
“Rematch against Nate diaz No. UFC 300?” asked a fan.
“Gaethje for the BMF title?” suggested another follower.
“Face Colby!! Now is your chance, Masvidal!! His wrestling is finished, as we saw in the fight against Leon”, said one internet user.
Jorge masvidal gives Ben Askren a hard knockout in 2019. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Despite the suggestions and the short publication made, Masvidal did not speak out again to inform which path he intends to follow in his return to combat sports. After hanging up his gloves, the athlete continued as a businessman and promoted MMA events without gloves, in his organization ‘Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA’.
At 39 years old, ‘Jesus das Ruas’ was going through a delicate moment in his career as an athlete, where he accumulated four consecutive defeats in his last five appearances. Despite the negative phase, the star's possible return was well received by many MMA fans.
Unretired
— Jorge masvidal (@GamebredFighter) January 2, 2024
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