Just a little over two weeks since his brain-shaking knockout loss to Jorge Masvidal at UFC 239, the UFC is reportedly planning a fight for Ben Askren already. According to ESPN’s Ariel Helwani, “Funky” will be matched up against Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu specialist Demian Maia once he is cleared to fight again by September.
UFC is currently discussing booking Ben Askren vs. Demian Maia once Askren’s medical suspension is up in September, according to sources.
— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) July 23, 2019
Askren was dealt his career first loss by “Gamebred” in just five…
https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2019/7/...ren-against-demian-maia-welterweight-mma-news
I would very much like to see this.