Conor McGregor takes jab at Ilia Topuria with 'kitten' comparison
Conor McGregor and Ilia Topuria have been throwing shade at each other for quite some time. The Irishman's most recent quip at 'El Matador' is a subtle flashback to the qualities that made him the megastar that he is today.
Earlier today, McGregor responded to a post about his monumental first meeting against Nate Diaz, writing:
"And straight away the fight was made. The 145lb world champion to 170lb. Let's go."
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McGregor's fight against Diaz was a true turning point in the history of the UFC. It was shortly after his rematch against the Stockton native, 'The Notorious' made his lightweight debut, claiming the title from then champion Eddie Alvarez, producing the promotion's first-ever two-division champion.
Safe to say, the Dubliner doesn't expect 'El Matador' to match his legend. When a fan flaunted the idea of the Georgian-born Spaniard making a welterweight debut against a top contender like Jack Della Maddalena, 'The Notorious' clapped back, writing:
"Never, he has the balls of a kitten."
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McGregor has been out of action since breaking his leg at UFC 264 in 2021. While he was supposed to make a return earlier this year at UFC 303, a toe injury foiled such plans.
Per rumors, 'The Notorious' will next be seen in an exhibition boxing match against Logan Paul in India.
Meanwhile, Topuria is flying high in his UFC career. His 2024 calendar includes knockout wins over promotional legends Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway. 'El Matador' is linked to a lightweight move next year.
When Conor McGregor challenged Ilia Topuria to a bare-knuckle fight
While a UFC return still eludes Conor McGregor, the 36-year-old still seems game to take on elite opposition.
During a Duelbits live stream ahead of the BKFC's debut in Spain, 'The Notorious' went berserk on Ilia Topuria, daring him to take him on in a bare-knuckle match-up. The former UFC two-division champion said:
"I'll grab him by the scruff on the chest and slap that little nose off, yeah. Little ding dong of a thing he is. I'm f*****g Spanish. I'm in my bay bro yeah. I'm in my bay at the bare knuckle stall and let's see what's what... You little fool, I'll cave your head in... I'll box your jaw in. I'm in my bay of Spain on Oct.12 at the Bare Knuckle."
Check out Conor McGregor's rant on Ilia Topuria below: