Conor McGregor, widely regarded as one of the biggest UFC superstars, was set to make his highly anticipated return against Michael Chandler at UFC 303 on June 29, 2024.
However, an injury during training forced him to withdraw, marking the first time in his career that he pulled out of a fight due to injury. UFC President Dana White confirmed the cancellation. Many considered him done and dusted. However, Mystic Mac might prove all critics wrong yet again as he gears up to come back.
Now, nearly a year later, The Notorious appears poised for a comeback. According to UPFRONT MMA, Dana White is working on arranging a blockbuster fight between Conor McGregor and Ilia Topuria.
Many UFC fans see Topuria as a potential successor to McGregor’s legacy, particularly after his dominant performances. With consecutive knockout wins over Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway, Topuria has solidified himself as a rising star.
His success led him to vacate the featherweight title and transition to lightweight. Holding an undefeated 16-0 MMA record.
Topuria initially admired McGregor, but that respect has since turned into disappointment. He believes McGregor has strayed from the values that once made him a fan favorite, instead embracing a more controversial persona.
When Ilia Topuria took shots at Conor McGregor
Their rivalry has escalated with heated verbal exchanges. Topuria mocked McGregor’s major career losses and even claimed to be “more handsome, richer, and a better fighter” than the Irishman.
Even after Topuria’s victory over Max Holloway at UFC 308, McGregor made disparaging remarks on social media, prompting Topuria to respond aggressively.
He stated, “F–k him… he fakes a comeback every time,” and accused McGregor of being disrespectful and having “problems to fix in your f***ing mind.”
Topuria further warned McGregor against crossing paths with him, asserting, “I will f–k you up whenever I see you.”
He expressed disappointment in McGregor’s transformation from a respected fighter to someone he believes has “betrayed” the values that once made him successful.
Conor McGregor and Ilia Topuria could deliver a massive and thrilling showdown, combining McGregor’s star power and legacy with Topuria’s unbeaten streak and rising dominance. Their heated exchanges have sparked fan excitement, setting the stage for a potential blockbuster fight.
