Stephen Thompson

By FCF Staff

Following Kamaru Usman’s win over Gilbert Burns at UFC 258, the welterweight champ called for a rematch with Jorge Masvidal. But, Stephen Thompson believes he should be next in line for a title shot.

After Usman stopped Burns in the third round on Saturday, he relayed he wants to fight Masvidal again. Usman defeated his rival by decision last summer, in a fight that Masvidal took on short notice.

Thompson, meanwhile, tweeted out his case for a fight with the champ.

Well seeing as how I’m the only guy in the top 5 that Usman hasn’t fought yet….I guess I’m next…makes sense right? Great performance

Well seeing as how I’m the only guy in the top 5 that Usman hasn’t fought yet….I guess I’m next…makes sense right? Great performance @USMAN84kg ! #ufc258

— Stephen Thompson (@WonderboyMMA) February 14, 2021

The 38-year-old Thompson (16-4-1) is coming off a decision win over Geoff Neal and is 3-2 in his last 5 fights. ‘Wonderboy’ is currently ranked #5 in the UFC’s welterweight division.