Jorge Masvidal Advocates for Charles Oliveira as BMF Champion and Suggests Next Challenger
Jorge Masvidal supports Charles Oliveira as BMF champ, names next challenger
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Jorge Masvidal, the inaugural BMF titleholder, supports Charles Oliveira's reign as the BMF champion and opposes retiring the title. He suggests a rematch between Oliveira and Arman Tsarukyan, who previously defeated Oliveira, as the next significant matchup for the BMF belt.
- 01Jorge Masvidal opposes retiring the BMF title after Charles Oliveira's recent victory.
- 02Oliveira's grappling-heavy approach has drawn mixed reviews, but Masvidal defends his performance.
- 03Masvidal suggests a rematch between Oliveira and Arman Tsarukyan as a fitting next challenge.
- 04Tsarukyan's potential victory over Oliveira could position him as a top contender for the title.
- 05Masvidal emphasizes the importance of proving oneself in the octagon to earn title shots.
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Jorge Masvidal, who became the first holder of the BMF (Baddest Motherf***er) title in November 2019, has voiced his support for Charles Oliveira as the current champion. Oliveira recently defeated Max Holloway at UFC 326, but his grappling-heavy style has faced criticism. Despite this, Masvidal believes Oliveira's performance embodies the spirit of the BMF title, stating, "You can't end it now." He suggests that the UFC should arrange a rematch between Oliveira and Arman Tsarukyan, who narrowly defeated Oliveira at UFC 300 in April 2024. Masvidal argues that if Tsarukyan can secure a decisive win against Oliveira, he would solidify his status as a title contender. Masvidal's insights reflect his transition into an analyst role, where he continues to engage with the MMA community.
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