5 UFC fighters who could challenge Jorge Masvidal for the BMF title in 2022

#4. Nick Diaz

UFC 266: Nate Diaz vs. Robbie Lawler

Perhaps one of the first fighters in the UFC to be considered as "baddest", Nick Diaz is a name that fans will always tune in to watch. Diaz only wants big, unique fights, and both fighters are looking to get a bounce back into the win column.

Moreover, there's the drama about Masvidal defeating Nate Diaz. While Nate Diaz doesn't need anyone fighting for him, Nick spoke openly about how he didn't take too kindly to 'Gamebred' talking about 'baptizing' Nate Diaz in their BMF title fight.

Nick Diaz is the quintessential BMF since he's genuine to himself, trains hard and has the resume to prove how tough he really is. Two phenomenal strikers who will meet in the middle and give it everything they've got will make for a great bout to bring the BMF belt back into action.

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#3. Rafael dos Anjos

UFC Singapore Fight Night

Perhaps the most under the radar in terms of BMF contenders is former lightweight champion, Rafael dos Anjos. He has a myriad of marquee names that he's defeated. He's also a former champion and he's recently entered the pool of fighters who are considered to be a "bad motherf****r".

How has he become eligible for the BMF belt? Certainly not just with his impressive wins, but the fact that he's ready and willing to take on these scary short-notice opponents. Both Paul Felder and Renato Carneiro were substitutes for opponents he was originally training for.

Furthermore, dos Anjos has fought the who's who in both the lightweight and welterweight divisions. He's taken hard fights that other top contenders didn't want time and time again. Following two five-round fight victories, dos Anjos is deserving of a reward for his incredible career in the UFC and a matchup for the BMF belt would be a fitting move for him and Masvidal.