Aljamain Sterling and Frankie Edgar were rumored to fight at Madison Square Garden’s UFC 244 last year. However, ‘Funk Master’ underwent wrist surgery. He has been out of action since last June where he beat Pedro Munhoz in a 3 round fight. ‘The Answer’ said he would like to fight ‘Funk Master’ next and he received an affirmative response.  

Aljamain Sterling ready to fight Frankie Edgar

In his Tweet, ‘Funk Master’ said, “I have no beef with anyone, just a mission. Beat down everyone Dana White puts in front of me to become UFC Champion.”

In another Tweet, he said, “When and Where?”

These were in response to ‘The Answer’s chat with MMA Junkie’s John Morgan. Here he said

“Aljamain’s been saying nobody wants to fight him or this and that. That’s the guy we were supposed to fight on this past card in November. That was a possibility, and it never came about. I believe he had to get surgery. So, that would make sense for me – come back and fight Aljamain in June. I don’t know what his plans are or what he has lined up, but someone along that line I think would be ideal.”

A move to a new division to take on one of the top-ranked fighters will be challenging. However, Edgar says he’s up for the challenge. He reminded fans about his fight at short notice against Chan Sung Jung in December, but he added that he needs time. 

“Last fight, I kind of did it on two-weeks’ notice, went across to someone’s different country. I stacked the cards against myself. I don’t want to stack the cards against myself too much.”

Top Stories

Dana White Gets Two Unexpected Saviors for UFC Mexico After Main Event Cancellation

Jon Jones’ “Severe” Medical Update Ends Daniel Cormier RAF Match, Puts UFC White House Plans in Jeopardy

UFC Mexico Main Event Saved as Top Prospect Steps In to Face Brandon Moreno on Short Notice

Ian Garry’s Wife, Layla, Issues Public Statement About Carlos Prates’ Response to Inappropriate Question

Nick Diaz Reveals How He Was Forced Into Rehab in Mexico After UFC Comeback

‘The Answer’ added that it is tough to fight most of these guys. Hence he would like to prepare the right way. A win over ‘Funk Master’ would put him in the conversation for a fight with UFC Bantamweight Champion Henry Cejudo. ‘The Answer’ lobbied for this fight initially after Jose Aldo withdrew. It’s clear that he wants the gold and he wants it now. 

Do you see Frankie Edgar making an instant impact in the division? 

“Stay in Your Lane Old Man”- Henry Cejudo Warns Frankie Edgar