Due to Sean Strickland’s elevation to the title of champion, Conor McGregor might switch to the middleweight class. Fighting fans were shocked by the outcome of the UFC 293 main event after Strickland outclassed Izzy and prevailed by unanimous decision. Strickland wasn’t the favourite going into the bout, but it got interesting after ‘Tarzan’ knocked him down for the first time.
Izzy was unable to successfully defend his championship because Sean Strickland’s defence proved to be too strong. Conor McGregor also stunned fight fans and industry professionals. The Irishman discussed Izzy’s bad luck and praised Strickland for his unorthodox fighting style.
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Additionally, Conor McGregor responded to a tweet from a supporter regarding the fighter moving up to 185 pounds. McGregor stated with assurance that he would adore the opportunity to accomplish so in the future.
Conor McGregor wrote, “Next fight 170 lbs?.” The fighter also tweeted a recent photo of himself looking fully toned and on the verge of reaching 185 pounds. The days of McGregor competing at 155 are long gone. Fans expect that if he returns, he will unquestionably compete in the welterweight division. The middleweight division is not that far away if McGregor decides to fight there, but it may be difficult.
Fans reacted to the post with comments such as:
Sean Strickland’s performance against Israel Adesanya at UFC 293 absolutely impressed Conor McGregor and the entire MMA community. The Irishman has a unique method for breaking down fights, and he definitely used it when talking about UFC 293’s main event.
Strickland used a methodical technique to solve the riddle which is Adesanya’s fighting strategy. Over the course of five exhausting rounds, Adesanya was unable to mount a prolonged offensive attack due to the effectiveness of his defensive abilities and boxing prowess.
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