In classic Jorge Masvidal fashion, the retired UFC star has once again stirred up controversy with a fiery callout directed at UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards. During a recent interview, Masvidal didn’t mince words, threatening Edwards with the statement: “I’ll beat the f*ck out of your little skinny ass,” reigniting a rivalry that has long simmered beneath the surface.
The animosity between Masvidal and Edwards dates back to March 2019, when the two fighters had a backstage altercation after UFC Fight Night in London. Following his victory over Darren Till, Masvidal infamously punched Edwards in what he later called the “three-piece and a soda” incident. Since then, fans have been eagerly awaiting a matchup between the two, but it never materialized due to a series of fight cancellations and Masvidal’s retirement from the sport.
Despite his official retirement in April 2023, Masvidal has remained active in the MMA world, frequently making headlines for his candid takes on fighters and ongoing rivalries. His latest threat to Edwards has many wondering if Masvidal is teasing a potential comeback or simply keeping his name relevant in the sport.
Masvidal’s comments come at a time when Edwards is riding high as the UFC welterweight champion after his shocking victory over Kamaru Usman. Edwards, however, has largely remained silent in response to Masvidal’s repeated callouts, focusing instead on defending his title.
While there has been no official confirmation of a fight between Masvidal and Edwards, Masvidal’s public challenge has undoubtedly reignited interest in a potential bout. Fans are clamoring for the two to settle their feud in the octagon, and UFC President Dana White has hinted that he would be open to making the fight happen if both parties are willing.
Masvidal’s bold words have added fuel to an already burning rivalry, and the MMA community is left wondering if this could be the catalyst for his return. Until then, fans will continue to speculate about whether this long-awaited showdown will finally come to fruition.
In the unpredictable world of MMA, anything is possible, and Masvidal’s fiery threat has certainly set the stage for what could be one of the most anticipated matchups in recent history.
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