The “BMF” title was substantiated of a mindset or an ambiance, if you will, not benefit, thanks to Nate Diaz. It wanted the Stockton, Calif., bad young boy’s UFC 241 win over Anthony Pettis, on Aug. 17, 2019, that the seeds were planted for a champion belt to be made. “With this belt, I wish to protect it versus– Jorge Masvidal had a great last battle. Excellent last battle,” Diaz informed the Southern California crowd that night throughout his post-fight interview with Joe Rogan, describing Masvidal’s five-second knockout of Ben Askren. “All regard to the guy, however there ain’t no gangsters in this video game any longer. There ain’t no one who does it best however me and him. I understand my guy’s a gangster, however he ain’t no West Coast gangster.” Backstage throughout the UFC 241 post-event news conference, Diaz took it an action even more. “This is the battle video game,” Diaz stated. “Quit imitating this is an expert sport. (Take) whatever they wish to provide me? No, I’m going to take what’s mine. That’s what I’m discussing, the baddest mom(curse) title. I require that belt made as quickly as possible.” The UFC heard that and kept up it. Not long later, a “BMF” title battle in between Diaz and Masvidal was reserved to heading UFC 244 at Madison Square Garden, where Dwayne “The Rock” Johson was welcomed to strap the belt around the winner’s waist. That ended up being Masvidal, who won by third-round physician’s blockage TKO, the outcome of a cut along Diaz’s ideal eyebrow. For the next 4 years, Masvidal frequently extolled being the “BMF” champ– a title he never ever safeguarded given that it was anticipated to be a one-off– till he revealed his retirement this previous April. What did that even imply: “BMF” champ? In truth, absolutely nothing. Another “BMF” title battle will heading a pay-per-view when Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje fulfill in a rematch of their 2018 Fight of the Year on Saturday night at UFC 291 from Delta Center in Salt Lake City. Whether the “BMF” title, which isn’t connected to a department, will continue to be a thing, no one understands for sure. UFC vice president of regulative affairs Marc Ratner suggested if and how typically it is will be up to promo president Dana White. “I believe it simply needs to naturally progress. I do not believe you might have it an annual thing,” Ratner informed MMA Junkie Radio. “Dana has a terrific feel for these example, and if the timing is right, that’s what we’ll do. It will not be every July or anything, no. It’s enjoyable; it’s interesting.” Fans and media appear divided on what is basically a phony champion utilized as a marketing tool. As Gaethje showed in late May, to the victor goes the chance to increase his pay through pay-per-view points, very same as real UFC champs. Going for this “BMF” title battle in specific? Both Poirier and Gaethje deserve a “baddest motherf * cker” name, as evidenced by their combined 24 fight-night rewards– 13 for Poirier, 11 for Gaethje. “They both pertain to combat,” Ratner stated. “Altitude might play a part, however I believe they’ve been training for a long period of time, and they’re both all set. I anticipate it being a war. And neither man will support, so you understand it’s gon na be action.” On that note, possibly simply kick back and enjoy this one. For more on the card, check out MMA Junkie’s occasion center for UFC 291. Make sure to go to the MMA Junkie Instagram page and YouTube channel to discuss this and more content with fans of blended martial arts.
‘BMF’ title is back at UFC 291, however is it here to remain?
