Conor McGregor is gearing up for his long-awaited return to the octagon after a three-year hiatus, set to face Michael Chandler in the main event of UFC 303 next month. McGregor, known for his ambition and hunger for titles, revealed his excitement about potentially pursuing two specific belts in the UFC.
In a conversation on Duelbits, McGregor discussed his interest in the welterweight title and the coveted “Bad Motherf**ker” title. Reflecting on the welterweight division, McGregor highlighted the vulnerabilities he perceives in top contender Leon Edwards, citing Nate Diaz’s near knockout of Edwards and Donald Cerrone’s ability to go the distance with him. McGregor’s eye is also on the lightweight world title, although he acknowledges having previously held that belt.
Expressing his excitement about the possibility of adding more belts to his collection, McGregor hinted at the idea of a special belt created specifically for him by the UFC, recognizing the significant impact he has had on the sport’s popularity and the creation of new titles.
If McGregor manages to secure the welterweight title, he will make history as the first three-division champion in UFC history, a feat that would undoubtedly solidify his legacy as one of the greatest fighters of all time. However, McGregor’s path to the welterweight title is not without challenges, as he must first defeat Michael Chandler at UFC 303.
Meanwhile, welterweight champion Leon Edwards expressed his openness to facing McGregor next, provided both fighters emerge victorious from their upcoming bouts. Edwards sees the potential matchup as an opportunity to challenge himself against a high-profile opponent and potentially hand McGregor his third defeat in the welterweight division.
While there haven’t been any formal discussions about a McGregor-Edwards bout behind the scenes, Edwards acknowledges the possibility and recognizes McGregor’s star power, which could potentially propel him to a title shot despite any objections from other contenders in the division.
As McGregor prepares to make his comeback, the anticipation surrounding his return and his potential pursuit of more UFC titles continues to build, setting the stage for exciting matchups and potential history-making moments in the octagon.
