Conor McGregor Eyeing 170-Pound Welterweight Division in UFC

Conor McGregor took to social media and engaged in a lively back-and-forth session with fans regarding his career. McGregor put forth the hashtag ‘AskNotorious’ and went through a large number of questions that were atop the minds of the fans. Moreover, the Irishman didn’t shy away from answering any type of question. He even went on the given credit to some of his biggest rivals, including Khabib Nurmagomedov.

A Twitter user asked the UFC megastar whether he would ever return to compete in the welterweight division. Conor was quick to reply and said that he had plans to go back to fight at 170-pounds. However, he also mentioned that he had “unfinished business” to take care of at lightweight.

Additionally, fans would be interested in the manner in which Conor signed off on the message. He let it be known that chasing the double champion status at lightweight and welterweight was a lucrative option. Holding the 145-pound and 155-pound title was truly the defining moment of Conor’s career thus far, and he’ll be keen to replicate his success.

Conor McGregor: Spoilt for choice

‘The Notorious’ is undoubtedly the biggest star that sport has ever seen and has several options as such. There is no shortage of marquee match-ups that the UFC can put together, no matter which weight class he competes in. Not to mention, he has a good success rate at welterweight as well, having bested Nate Diaz and Donald Cerrone.

Conor McGregor’s most recent match-up took place at 170-pounds back in January 2020. McGregor defeated fan-favorite fighter ‘Cowboy’ Cerrone in a matter of just 40 seconds via strikes. He displayed a lethal killer instinct and looked as sharp as he’s ever looked in recent years.

However, as it currently stands, Conor’s banging on the door of a title shot in the lightweight division. Khabib Nurmagomedov has decided to retire as the divisional champion; the Irishman is in pole position at lightweight. He’s on his way to make his long-anticipated return to combat Dustin Poirier in early 2021.