Conor McGregor claims Khabib Nurmagomedov has 'done nothing' in MMA, puts himself above Jon Jones
Conor McGregor has reignited public feuds with Khabib Nurmagomedov and Jon Jones ahead of his return to the UFC.
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The brief
Conor McGregor has publicly criticized Khabib Nurmagomedov, asserting that Nurmagomedov has achieved nothing in mixed martial arts. In the same commentary, McGregor placed his own career accomplishments above those of Jon Jones.
Coverage from Fox Sports, Yahoo Sports, LowKickMMA.com, Bloody Elbow, Verdict MMA, Sports Illustrated, and CBS Sports emphasizes McGregor's verbal remarks regarding the past injuries and court cases of Nurmagomedov, as well as characterizations of his rival's lack of courage. These reports frame the statements as a return to McGregor’s previous behavioral patterns.
Future developments depend on how the UFC responds to these comments leading up to McGregor's scheduled return. Coverage does not yet specify the date of that return or any potential reaction from Nurmagomedov or Jones.
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Quick answers
Who did Conor McGregor criticize?
McGregor directed verbal remarks toward Khabib Nurmagomedov and Jon Jones.
What reasons did McGregor give for his criticism of Khabib Nurmagomedov?
McGregor cited past injuries, court cases, and a perceived lack of courage and career accomplishments.
When is McGregor returning to the UFC?
While the coverage mentions an upcoming return, the specific date is not provided.
Coverage (7)
- ‘What the f**k!’: The wild McGregor moment that sparked UFC’s greatest grudge match Fox Sports · 45d ago
- Conor McGregor reverts to his old ways, buries Khabib in crybaby rant about injuries and court cases Yahoo Sports · 45d ago
- Conor McGregor Reignites Khabib Nurmagomedov Feud: "The Man Has No Courage" LowKickMMA.com · 45d ago
- Conor McGregor tears into Khabib Nurmagomedov in epic rant ahead of UFC return Bloody Elbow · 45d ago
- Who is going to #ufc... Verdict MMA · 45d ago
- Conor McGregor Blasts Jon Jones, Khabib Ahead Of UFC Return Sports Illustrated · 45d ago
- Conor McGregor claims Khabib Nurmagomedov has 'done nothing' in MMA, puts himself above Jon Jones CBS Sports · 45d ago
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