UFC News - Conor McGregor claims he would "slap around" the 2016 version of himself

Conor McGregor following his win at UFC 205

In 2016, Conor McGregor made history by defeating Eddie Alvarez to become a double champion in the UFC, as 'The Notorious One' simultaneously held both the UFC Featherweight and Lightweight Championships.

Looking back at his historic win from UFC 205, McGregor claimed that he would "slap around" the 2016 version of himself - a testament to the growth he's achieved since beating Eddie Alvarez to become the first concurrent two-division champion in UFC history.

He also added the fact that he currently needs a haircut while being in quarantine amid the COVID-19 global outbreak.

McGregor claims he'd 'slap around' his 2016 version

Conor McGregor made history at UFC 205 when he defeated Eddie Alvarez to win the UFC Lightweight Championship for the very first time in his career.

While many would agree with the fact that the Irishman was in his prime almost four years ago, McGregor himself has claimed that he would "slap around" the 2016 version of himself who held two divisional UFC World Titles at the Madison Square Garden in New York City.

Here is what McGregor posted:

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Throwback to walking into the belly of Madison Square Garden, New York City in anticipation of my dual weight title fight. 2016. To think I’d slap him around now is amazing. Frightening almost. I do need a hair cut though.

A post shared by Conor McGregor Official (@thenotoriousmma) on Apr 16, 2020 at 3:31pm PDT

In his last Octagon outing in January, McGregor did showcase a whole different side of him, as 'The Notorious One' would decimate Donald Cerrone within 40 seconds of the first round in what was McGregor's return fight in the UFC.

What's next for Conor McGregor?

Conor McGregor is currently expected to face Justin Gaethje upon his return to the UFC, once the promotion gets back to its usual schedule in the aftermath of their temporary shutdown due to COVID-19.