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Jorge Masvidal has been within the sport a very long time. Knowledgeable since 2003, Masvidal had made the stroll to the cage (or ring) 49 instances prior, however he wound up struggling his first true knockout loss courtesy of an absolute huge proper hand from Kamaru Usman (WATCH IT!). Masvidal is known for popping up instantly after hitting the ground — not this time.
Whereas issues heated up previous to the combat, for the reason that loss, Masvidal has been nothing however complimentary in direction of Usman. Talking with Ariel Helwani, Masvidal gave his ideas on the punch that floored him.
“I take a look at it, and I’m like ‘Wow, good timing,’” Masvidal mentioned (through MMAJunkie). “That deceptive – I believed he was getting in for a shot, and once I realized it wasn’t a shot, it was too late. I used to be throwing my test left hook, however it was already too late. I learn the data improper, so he offered it to me fantastically, and that’s why he bought these outcomes. In that second proper there, I’m a fan as a result of I really like the game a lot, and it was simply lovely method.”
Regardless of his two consecutive losses to Usman, Masvidal nonetheless has plans for the longer term. He’s going to take a while to get well, however “Gamebred” is keen to make it again to the cage, and he’s not ruling out a last run on the high.
There have been undoubtedly some unhealthy moments and a few good moments that got here out of that combat,” Masvidal mentioned. “I’m simply prepared for what’s subsequent, ? I’m 36 years previous. I nonetheless really feel good. I nonetheless can push myself within the fitness center and never be overwhelmed, even by the younger guys, so why not give it one other run, ?”
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