5 fights that make sense for Jorge Masvidal to get back into title contention

#4. Jorge Masvidal vs. Nate Diaz 2

UFC 244 Masvidal v Diaz

Nate Diaz called to defend his self-created 'BMF' title against Jorge Masvidal back in August 2019.

In the fight, Masvidal delivered a beating to Nate Diaz for three straight rounds. Going into the fourth, the doctor stopped the fight due to several cuts around Diaz's eye, leading to controversy.

Not the way either wanted it to end #UFC244 pic.twitter.com/H6ny0jpZQA

— ESPN MMA (@espnmma) November 3, 2019

Diaz's historically good cardio kicked in, but we never got to see it, much to the dismay of the Stockton native's fans.

Well, almost two years later, and it may be time to cash in on a rematch opportunity with Nate Diaz. 'The Stockton Slugger' recently boosted his stock, despite losing to Leon Edwards at UFC 263.

A rematch where Jorge Masvidal knocks out Nate Diaz would send shock waves across the UFC world and help 'Gamebred' reclaim his hype.

#3. Jorge Masvidal vs. Loser of Gilbert Burns and Stephen Thompson

Burns vs Thompson set for UFC 264

As it stands, Gilbert Burns is ranked second, and Stephen Thompson is fourth in the division. The winner of their fight could make a realistic claim for a title shot, while the loser could face Masvidal.

Gilbert Burns vs. Jorge Masvidal would be very interesting stylistically.

Burns presents a problem in the grappling department with his black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. 'Durinho' can hold his own on the feet too.

In Thompson's case, he and Masvidal are familiar. The two shared the octagon in 2017. 'Wonderboy' was victorious in a dominant striking display that Jorge Masvidal had difficulty figuring out.

Stephen Thompson wins by unanimous decision vs. Jorge Masvidal! Who should Wonderboy fight next? #UFC217 pic.twitter.com/4yeBYnqCYg

— FOX Sports: UFC (@UFCONFOX) November 5, 2017

But that was in 2017, when Jorge Masvidal hadn't "figured things out" yet. Now in 2021, both men are still recognized for their elite striking skills, and it would be fun to reignite that rivalry.