UFC 287 had fight fans on the edge of their seats, with the electrifying Gilbert Burns facing off against Jorge Masvidal in a highly anticipated welterweight showdown. With a championship rematch as the main event, UFC 287 took place at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, where the energy was buzzing, and everyone was ready for some epic brawling.
In the co-main event, we saw no. 5 ranked Gilbert Burns (22-5) go head-to-head with no. 11 ranked Jorge Masvidal (35-17), and the crowd could hardly contain their excitement. Burns was coming off a victory where he submitted Neil Magny, while Masvidal had something to prove, following a three-fight losing streak after an incredible three-fight winning streak.
As the fight kicked off, Masvidal, despite being 38 years old, looked fresh and energetic, showcasing his leg kicks and jabbing skills. However, just as the round was coming to a close, Burns managed to take Masvidal down, foreshadowing the grappling prowess he would bring in later rounds.
In rounds two and three, Burns took control of the fight, dominating Masvidal on the mat and landing powerful blows, such as the overhand right that staggered Masvidal in round three. Despite his efforts, Masvidal was unable to regain the upper hand, and the fight ended with a unanimous decision in favor of Burns (30-27, 30-27, 29-28).
While Masvidal didn’t get the win, it’s essential to appreciate his extraordinary career. His 2019 victories over Darren Till, Ben Askren, and Nate Diaz brought him into the spotlight, earning him the title of ‘Gamebred’ and a place in the hearts of fight fans everywhere. With 54 professional fights under his belt, Masvidal proved that he was in it for the love of the sport and left a lasting impact on the world of MMA.
Following the defeat to Burns, Masvidal announced his retirement, ending an unforgettable career. Thank you, Jorge Masvidal, for always bringing the heat, and showing us what it truly means to be a fighter.
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