As the UFC 299 came to an end, one of the most shocking outcome was not from the octagon but on social media. Conor Mcgregor, the notorious has some anti climatic reaction to the event. More specifically about his former rival Dustin Poirier. Poirier was fighting the Frenchman BenoitSaint-Denis at the UFC 299. After a mixed 1st round, he was able to deliver a fight ending KO.
Post fight, McGregor posted on X (formerly Twitter).
Great fight out of them French boys tonight! Toutes nos félicitations @DustinPoirier @BenoitSt_Denis @EmmanuelMacron 🇫🇷
— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) March 10, 2024
Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier at UFC 264
The McGregor-Poirier saga began with their initial encounter at UFC 178 in 2014. Fast forward to 2021. The stage was set for the UFC 264 and a high-stakes showdown that would settle the score. McGregor had become a global superstar, transcending MMA.
The fight started with a rollercoaster round. McGregor’s striking prowess was evident, but Poirier’s leg kicks disrupted his rhythm. As the round neared its end, disaster struck. McGregor planted his foot awkwardly, and his ankle snapped. The fight was halted, and Poirier was declared the winner via doctor stoppage.
Conor McGregor, once the face of the UFC, lay defeated. His broken leg symbolized more than physical pain—it marked a turning point. The Irishman’s aura of invincibility had cracked. Poirier, gracious in victory, acknowledged McGregor’s impact on the sport.
For McGregor, the loss was bitter. His journey from welfare to superstardom had been fueled by audacity and skill. Now, he faced uncertainty. Would he return? Could he reclaim his throne? It’s been 3 years and we still don’t know when will her return to the sports.
Why is this reaction surprising?
In the recent years, Mcgregor has repeatedly taken shots at Dustin and his wife. When the rivalry was at its peak Mcgregor never shied away from taking very personal shots at Dustin’s family.
— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) July 6, 2021
He made multiple such allegations against Dustin and called him derogatory words and insults. For Mcgregor to let things go (Dustin breaking his foot) and praise a rival is some news.
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