Conor McGregor punches Dustin Poirier at UFC 257
Conor McGregor Unleashes Verbal Uppercut on Dustin Poirier’s Legacy, Demands Hall of Fame Tightening
In a whirlwind of post-UFC 291 drama, Conor McGregor has taken aim at Dustin Poirier’s legacy, questioning the significance of the BMF title and dismissing talks of a Hall of Fame induction. After Poirier’s devastating knockout loss to Justin Gaethje, the 34-year-old handled defeat gracefully, but losing the BMF title left a bitter taste in his mouth, as he believed it would cement his legacy.
During a candid interview with Ariel Helwani, Poirier revealed his desire for the BMF belt to boost his Hall of Fame credentials. However, Ariel assured him that his accomplishments in the sport already warrant his place in the Hall of Fame.
But Conor McGregor wasn’t buying it. The outspoken former opponent of Poirier took to Twitter with a blistering response, dismissing Dustin’s Hall of Fame aspirations. McGregor pointed out Poirier’s previous shortcomings, calling him an “LW division Hall of Famer at best” and highlighting his past losses in the featherweight and lightweight divisions.
McGregor tweeted: “LW division Hall of Fame at best. Failed at FW, 0-3 LW titles with a few wins. Colby, not a peep out of him after all was said, bottled Nate also, that’s his 170 run. 0. A LW Hall of Famer at best, the Hall of Fame needs tightening like vice grips.”
The Diamond’s impressive victories over great fighters, including two wins over McGregor himself, might still earn him a Hall of Fame nomination. Yet, amidst the controversy, Poirier is now contemplating his future in the fight game. With a lucrative career behind him, the question of retirement looms large for the accomplished fighter. Will Dustin continue to chase glory in the octagon, or will he gracefully bow out? Only time will tell in this high-stakes UFC saga.
Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor has offered an optimistic viewpoint on the upcoming crossover boxing match between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou. The much-anticipated fight is scheduled to take place on October 28 in Saudi Arabia, and while many fans have already written off Ngannou’s chances, McGregor believes “anything could happen” in the ring.
Fury’s recent struggles to secure a fight after the collapse of his undisputed heavyweight title clash against Oleksandr Usyk have left some questioning his readiness for the bout. McGregor, however, questions Fury’s current form and conditioning, considering the extended period of inactivity since his knockout victory over Derek Chisora in their trilogy fight last December.
Expressing his thoughts on the crossover fight, McGregor stated, “I’m interested, let’s see how it goes. I’ve not heard much about it, but I’m happy for Ngannou, fair play to him. What weight is Tyson? Is he in shape? Anything can happen in there, so I wish them both well and I’m excited to see it.”
Ngannou, who vacated his UFC heavyweight title in January in search of a lucrative boxing opportunity, signed with the Professional Fighters League (PFL) in May. This allowed him to compete in the ring while remaining under contract with the promotion. McGregor had initially criticized Ngannou’s move to PFL and downplayed the potential for a fight against Fury, but he now appears to have a more supportive stance.
Despite McGregor’s surprise endorsement, many still question the significance of the Fury vs Ngannou bout within the broader context of boxing. Fury’s clash with Usyk was highly anticipated and ultimately fell through, leading to skepticism regarding the appeal and legitimacy of the upcoming fight. However, McGregor’s unexpected optimism adds an intriguing twist to the conversation.
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