Ilia Topuria recently showered praise for former UFC Double Champion Conor McGregor and his accolades in his career. He has also expressed his desire to step into the octagon with the UFC superstar.
The reigning UFC featherweight champion’s surge to superstardom is certainly similar to the Irishman. The Georgian-Spanish has been confident to defeat his opponents specially ahead of facing Alexander Volkanovski. ‘The Notorious’ did a similar thing ahead of Jose Aldo fight
Ilia Topuria comments on Conor McGregor
While speaking to Spanish outlet Marca, Topuria brought up that the hate McGregor receives due to decisions he has made in his personal life rather than his career accomplishments is unnecessary. He mentioned that he holds the former two-division champion in high regard for what he achieved in the sport. He said:
“I really have a lot of admiration for [Conor McGregor] and a lot of respect for everything he did in the sport. It’s stupid to hate him. After everything he did in his personal life and all the achievements he had. I don’t like to judge people without knowing them. But he’s an icon in the sport.” [Translation]
Ilia Topuria shows love to Conor McGregor:
“I really have a lot of admiration for [Conor McGregor] and a lot of respect for everything he did in the sport.
It’s stupid to hate him. After everything he did in his personal life and all the achievements he had.
I don’t like to… pic.twitter.com/7nw036iD5F
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) March 15, 2024
Is Ilia Topuria vs Conor McGregor a good idea?
An intriguing matchup that has both fans and fighters buzzing. Ilia Topuria, the rising featherweight sensation, boasts an impressive undefeated record. His aggressive grappling and relentless pressure have earned him accolades. In contrast, Conor McGregor is a striking maestro with unparalleled charisma. Their contrasting styles could create fireworks inside the octagon.
Meanwhile, Ilia Topuria, fresh off of his victory against Alexander Volkanovski for the featherweight title at UFC 298. But what if he fought McGregor instead? The risk is minimal—Topuria’s stock rises even in defeat. The reward? A massive boost in visibility and a chance to test himself against a global icon.
McGregor’s aura transcends MMA. His name alone sells pay-per-views. Imagine the buzz if he stepped into the cage with Topuria. The intrigue would be palpable. For ‘El Matador,’ it’s a golden opportunity to share the spotlight with a legend.
Remember when McGregor dethroned Jose Aldo in 13 seconds? That victory launched him into superstardom. Could Topuria achieve a similar rise? A win over McGregor might propel him to unprecedented heights.
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