Leon Edwards is not shying away from the prospect of facing Conor McGregor in what could be a historic bout for both fighters. With Edwards gearing up to defend his welterweight title against Belal Muhammad at UFC 304, and McGregor scheduled to make his long-awaited return against Michael Chandler at UFC 303, the stage is set for potential fireworks in the octagon.
In a recent interview with Ariel Helwani on The MMA Hour, Edwards expressed his willingness to grant McGregor the opportunity to become the first three-division champion in UFC history. He sees the potential matchup as a chance to take out a high-profile opponent like McGregor and solidify his own status as a top contender. Edwards envisions the fight taking place in New York, possibly at Madison Square Garden, creating an electrifying atmosphere for fans.
However, Edwards made it clear that there have been no discussions behind the scenes regarding a fight with McGregor, emphasizing the need for both fighters to focus on their upcoming bouts before entertaining the idea of facing each other.
McGregor, on the other hand, has his sights set on the welterweight division following his trilogy fight against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264, despite suffering a leg injury during the bout. McGregor expressed interest in facing the winner of Edwards vs. Muhammad, highlighting perceived vulnerabilities in Edwards’ performances against Nate Diaz and Donald Cerrone.
With McGregor eyeing the welterweight title and Edwards aiming to solidify his championship status, the potential matchup between the two fighters adds an exciting dimension to the UFC’s welterweight division.
Whether McGregor can overcome his injury setbacks and return to championship form, or if Edwards can successfully defend his title and stake his claim as one of the best in the division, remains to be seen. But one thing is certain: a showdown between McGregor and Edwards would undoubtedly generate significant buzz and anticipation among MMA fans.
