LONDON – It’s safe to say Ben Askren ’s messages to Darren Till are being heard loud and clear. With Askren onstage at a fan Q&A in advance of today’s UFC on ESPN+ 5 ceremonial weigh-ins, Till rushed from backstage, middle fingers raised, yelling, “(Expletive) Ben Askren!” Just moments prior, Askren (19-0 MMA, 1-0 UFC) had been relating a sentiment that he’s echoed since arriving in London: “Funky” believes Till (17-1-1 MMA, 5-1-1 UFC) is going to beat Jorge Masvidal (32-13 MMA, 9-6 UFC) in the main event of Saturday’s fight card, clearing the way for an Askren vs. Till matchup this summer. Apparently, Till didn’t take too kindly to the challenge
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Video: Darren Till rushes from backstage to yell at Ben Askren at UFC London – MMA Junkie