Former UFC star Chael Sonnen has revealed that he will be stepping into the boxing ring to face off against Jorge Masvidal this October. The news comes on the heels of Sonnen’s previously announced retirement match against Anderson Silva in Brazil, which will take place under boxing rules.
Sonnen shared the news in a recent podcast, stating, “I’ve got this thing coming up with George Moss – I mean, Jorge Masvidal – in October of this year.” The match is reportedly scheduled to take place in October, with Sonnen revealing that the bout has been in the works for some time.
According to Sonnen, the bout against Masvidal has been in the making since his time in Miami, where ESPN had sequestered him to protect him from Masvidal. Sonnen expressed his determination to take on Masvidal, saying, “I got George in my sights and Anderson as badly as I want to beat him, it’s all a step in the process.”
Anderson Silva has opened as a massive betting favorite over Chael Sonnen for their upcoming boxing match.
Boxing odds:
Anderson Silva -500
Chael Sonnen +325
The upcoming boxing match against Masvidal is expected to take place over eight rounds, with both boxers wearing 10 or 12-ounce gloves. While details of the match are still scarce, Sonnen’s announcement has generated significant buzz in the combat sports world.
Sonnen’s decision to take on Masvidal comes as a surprise to many, given his previously announced retirement match against Anderson Silva. However, it appears that Sonnen is eager to take on new challenges and face off against some of the toughest opponents in the sport.
As the date of the match approaches, fans of both Sonnen and Masvidal will be eagerly anticipating what promises to be an exciting match.
