Ben Askren ‘Shocked’ Jorge Masvidal Created ‘Genuinely Funny’ Troll

Ben Askren and Jorge Masvidal continue to take shots at one another as their rumored fight date this summer approaches.

Earlier today (Fri. March 29, 2019) it was reported that the pair have verbally agreed to fight each other on July 6.

Shortly after the news, Masvidal took to Twitter to take a shot at “Funky”:

Askren said he was amazed that “Gamebred” came up with a troll that was “genuinely” funny:

Both men come off impressive performances inside the Octagon. Askren defeated Robbie Lawler via first-round submission at UFC 235. The controversial victory was the ex-Bellator and ONE welterweight champ’s promotional debut.

As for Masvidal, he knocked out Darren Till in the second round of their UFC London main event meeting earlier this month. After the contest, Masvidal got into a backstage brawl with UFC London co-main event winner Leon Edwards.

Many expected that to be the next fight for the UFC to make. However, it looks like Masvidal will match up with Askren next instead.