Conor McGregor could get a shot at 170 lbs gold if he beats this UFC fighter
Conor McGregor is looking to make his return to the octagon in 2023. The former two-division champion has not fought since breaking his leg in the very first round against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 back in 2021. However, 'The Notorious' has put on quite a bit of weight and is rumored to be making his debut at 170 lbs, which is the welterweight division.
In a recent interview with Patrick McCorry onThe Patrick McCorry Sports Show, MMA journalist Brett Okamoto revealed who his probable opponents are for McGregor and spoke about who he will have to beat to get a title shot:
"If Conor fights in July, yes I do think the most likely fight would be Michael Chandler. I think that that's a fight, I know that's a fight the UFC would like. Obviously, it's a fight Chandler would like, it's a fight the fans would like. I think you could position it in a way that you could have it at 170 [lbs]."
He added:
"And as wild and crazy as it is and kind of unfair as it is. If Conor were to beat Michael Chandler at 170, they could give him a title shot at 170."
Okamoto believes Conor McGregor is currently favored to fight Michael Chandler in a potential fight in July during International Fight Week. If he manages to beat Chandler, 'The Notorious' may even secure a title fight.
Excited for my return to the @ufc! https://t.co/KdWcv1x9Lk
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Conor McGregor issues stern warning to UFC fighters for his return
Conor McGregor's long-awaited return to the octagon is set to take place in 2023. 'The Notorious' has been recovering from his broken leg and has put on a lot of muscle, weighing around 200 lbs now. Although there is no fixed date or an opponent for his return fight as yet, McGregor has been issuing warnings on social media, promising to destroy his next opponent:
"I’m going to slice through someone on return. Trust that. And I don’t care who. Line up."
Conor McGregor is known for his accurate fight predictions. However, in his last few fights, his predictions have not come true. McGregor is looking to get back to winning ways and earn another title shot on his return. However, the road to a title shot will be challenging for the Irishman considering that he has been away from active competition for almost two years.
Take a look at the tweet:
I’m going to slice through someone on return. Trust that. And I don’t care who. Line up.