Speaking on his podcast, DC & RC, the former double champion stated:
Cormier continued:
Cormier claimed that the bout will be a tough task for Masvidal and that if he loses, the direction of his career becomes unclear. A victory over Burns, however, could help Masvidal re-enter the welterweight title picture, particularly if Leon Edwards successfully defends his belt against Kamaru Usman at UFC 285.
Watch Daniel Cormier discuss Jorge Masvidal’s upcoming bout with Gilbert Burns below (starting at the 18:34 mark):
Jorge Masvidal unwilling to put ‘BMF’ title on the line against Gilbert Burns
Jorge Masvidal was awarded the symbolic ‘BMF’ title after defeating Nate Diaz at UFC 244. Gilbert Burns, who will face the No.11-ranked welterweight at UFC 287, took to Twitter to call for UFC President Dana White to put the belt on the line, stating:
Masvidal responded to the request during an appearance on The MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani, stating:
Each of Masvidal’s opponents since his UFC 244 victory have called for an opportunity to win the symbolic belt. UFC President Dana White has noted that the belt was a one-time thing and will not be put on the line in the future.
Check out Gilbert Burns’ tweet and Jorge Masvidal’s response below:
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