Conor McGregor Mocks “Donkey” Jake Paul as Ex-UFC Champ Gives His Call on the Nate Diaz Fight: “The Man’s a Bit Windy”

Every UFC fan is well acquainted with the unrivaled trash-talking prowess of Conor McGregor. ‘The Notorious’ spares absolutely no one, delivering cutting remarks that leave a lasting impact. With a string of rivals in the UFC, each of his rivalry stands out for its unique reasons. One name on that list is Jake Paul, who, despite never crossing paths with the Irishman, has seized every opportunity to take a jibe at McGregor. Despite their lack of direct confrontation, this strife has caught the attention of fans worldwide.

However, the spotlight now shines on Paul’s upcoming fight against Nate Diaz, McGregor’s former rival and ex-UFC star. Scheduled for August 5, 2023, at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, this matchup has garnered immense anticipation. McGregor has already showcased his support for the Stockton fighter, Diaz. But true to his Conor McGregor fashion, the 34-year-old UFC superstar couldn’t resist making a snarky remark about ‘The Problem Child’.

Conor McGregor bashes Jake Paul to support Nate Diaz

‘The Notorious’ recently sat down with MMA journalist Ariel Helwani for an interview held at his very own establishment, The Black Forge Inn. As they delved into various aspects of his life, both personal and professional, the MMA fighter couldn’t help but touch upon Nate Diaz’s upcoming fight against Jake Paul. During their conversation, Helwani raised the question of the lack of support Diaz is receiving in his chances against the 26-year-old Paul.

McGregor, known for his quick wit, responded with some references while addressing the topic at hand. In true Conor McGregor fashion, he ended up mocking ‘The Problem Child’ in the process.

The Irishman said, “I fancy him [Nate Diaz] for it, to be honest. The man’s a bit windy. The other cat’s a bit windy.” He continued, “He’s[Jake Paul] a donkey. The guy’s a donkey, but you’re a cat. The donkey has a kick as well. So you just got to be worried about that.”

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On the flip side, Nate Diaz has also offered his thoughts on Conor McGregor’s comeback fight against Michael Chandler. Interestingly, Diaz has shown favor towards his rival in this match, despite their previous intense encounters inside the octagon.

Despite their fierce rivalry, both McGregor and Diaz share a great amount of respect for each other. Do you think there needs to be a trilogy between Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz? Let us know in the comments below.

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