Kamaru Usman didn’t hold back in responding to Conor McGregor’s recent comments, taking to his Pound 4 Pound podcast to address the situation. He expressed his disappointment with McGregor’s remarks and reminded him of the missed opportunities to face off in the octagon when Usman was the welterweight champion.
During the podcast episode, Usman emphasized that while McGregor has achieved remarkable success in the sport, he himself has also made significant contributions to the MMA world. Usman recalled offering McGregor two opportunities to fight him while he held the welterweight title, highlighting McGregor’s indecision and wavering commitment to the potential matchup.
In his remarks, Usman urged McGregor to prioritize his responsibilities as a father and role model, rather than engaging in disrespectful behavior and making derogatory comments. Usman’s measured response underscored his disappointment with McGregor’s actions while also conveying a sense of maturity and restraint.
By choosing to address the situation on his podcast and sharing a link to the episode on his social media, Usman effectively conveyed his message to McGregor and the broader MMA community. His comments reflected his desire for mutual respect and professionalism among fighters, even in the face of personal differences and past animosities.
