Conor McGregor has as soon as extra lauded his arch-rival Khabib Nurmagomedov’s protege Islam Makhachev. The Irishman believes Makhachev needs to be ranked forward of each Daniel Cormier and “The Eagle” within the all-time biggest dialog.
Two-division champion and pound-for-pound king Makhachev is ready to defend his 170-pound strap subsequent month at UFC 330 towards Ian Machado Garry.
In the meantime, this weekend, Conor McGregor will return to the octagon after a five-year layoff to headline UFC 329 in a rematch towards Max Holloway.
Conor McGregor praises Islam Makhachev, urges him to not retire anytime quickly
Throughout a sit-down with Advanced, after blasting Khabib Nurmagomedov, Conor McGregor praised his archrival’s longtime pal and teammate, Islam Makhachev, who has registered essentially the most title defenses in UFC light-weight historical past earlier than shifting as much as 170 kilos and successful a second belt. Notably, Makhachev is on a 16-fight UFC win streak and has four finishes in six title bouts. Whereas praising Makhachev, “The Infamous” mentioned:
“He’s [Islam Makhachev] above Khabib. Finishes, physique of labor, each divisions. For certain he’s. Nonetheless at it… There’s loads left in that boy, and he ought to acknowledge that and maintain going. I’ve him above [Daniel Cormier and Khabib Nurmagomedov].
Take a look at Conor McGregor’s feedback about Islam Makhachev under:
Up to now, McGregor had additionally proven curiosity in preventing Makhachev down the road as he goals to seize the “triple crown.” The Dubliner had informed Bloody Elbow:
“I’m self-motivated and I for certain need a crack at that belt. I for certain need a crack at that 170-pound belt to go for the triple crown… It could be a very good combat [Me vs. Makhachev], a very good scrap. Southpaw vs southpaw.”
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Even Makhachev’s coach Javier Mendez likes the thought of a possible Makhachev vs. McGregor superfight. If each fighters are profitable of their upcoming outings, this pipe dream can quickly flip into actuality.
Throughout the identical interview, “The Infamous” additionally made his personal GOAT listing.
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