Daniel Cormier thinks the trajectory for the final chapter of Jorge Masvidal ’s career will be determined at UFC 287 . Masvidal (35-16 MMA, 12-9 UFC) will return from a 13-month hiatus on April 8 when he meets Gilbert Burns (21-5 MMA, 14-5 UFC) in the co-main event. It’s a massive fight for the welterweight division, but in particular for “Gamebred,” who is on a three-fight losing skid in and in desparate need of a victory. The last time Masvidal had his hand raised in the octagon was when he beat Nate Diaz for the “BMF” title at UFC 244 in November 2019, but since then he’s suffered back-to-back title-fight losses to Kamaru Usman, then was outworked to a decision in his grudge match with Colby Covington. Additionally, Masvidal’s recent time off from competition has seen him embroiled in a legal situation. He allegedly pulled a blindside attack on former teammate-turned-rival Covington days after their bout, and the case is still ongoing
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Daniel Cormier: Jorge Masvidal facing ‘must-win situation’ vs. Gilbert Burns at UFC 287 – MMA Junkie