In 2019, the rivalry between Jorge Masvidal and Leon Edwards peaked. They just wanted to beak each other brutally, but after some time, the matter was settled. But their rivalry has once again come back to life as Masvidal has lit the fuse of his beef with Edwards, threatening to knock him out if they share the cage again. It began in 2019 after a backstage brawl where we saw Masvidal and Edwards beating each other and throwing punches into each other’s faces.
Even though they have had their massive rivalry, the UFC never scheduled them to enter the ring and fight in an official Octagon. After that, Masvidal even accused Edwards of running away from the fight. With Masvidal aiming to get back to the UFC and Edwards in search of a new fight after losing his title to Belal Muhammad, things are getting hotter as Masvidal challenges Edwards to a fight.
Leon Edwards Dodging the Fight
Even though it has been more than five years since that event, people who are interested in their confrontation have not forgotten about it because their grudge has never been left behind. According to Masvidal, he accepted the fight with Edwards, but the soon-to-be UFC champion rejected it, so the fight never happened.
Jorge Masvidal said this in an interview about Edwards dodging the fight. “I know he wouldn’t fight me. He got offered and turned it down. He doesn’t want this. I tried to fight him. Leon Edwards doesn’t want this. He had other options, he went for other things except fight me. I’ll tell you that much.”
Possible Masvidal vs. Edwards
Masvidal and Edwards went on their ways after the hatred and rivalry, but can we expect a comeback because, for now, they are both very far from each other? Of course, this opportunity is interesting for Masvidal because he is aware that hard feelings were left between them, and the hatred is still present.
But we never know what the decision of UFC President Dana White will be, as he is one of the most unpredictable people in the history of combat sports. So, it remains unclear where and when Masvidal will return to action. Obviously, Masvidal is the one hyping up the fight, but we have not heard a reply yet from Edwards. As we all know, Belal Muhammad is now the new champion of the Welterweight Division as he defeated Edwards in an exciting match, but after that, we haven’t heard much from Leon as he might be training for his next fight.
Final Thoughts
As Masvidal hated Edwards, he supported Belal Muhammad when he beat Edwards. Masvidal appreciated the skills of Muhammad as everyone was mocking him because of his slow-paced fight and him doing wrestling and grappling in most of the fight.
The UFC fans want a thrilling fight with a hot rivalry, so they should consider staging this fight. What are your thoughts about the possible fight and rivalry between Jorge Masvidal and Leon Edwards? Feel free to use the comments section to share your thoughts.
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