Beneil Dariush reveals his Conor McGregor problem. Dariush has established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the UFC’s lightweight division. The Israeli fighter boasts an impressive 8-win streak and has not suffered a loss since 2018. But in a recent interview with Schmo, Dariush revealed that his chances of earning a title shot may hinge on the outcome of Conor McGregor’s next fight. The potential matchup between McGregor and Chandler is sure to be a highly entertaining and action-packed fight. However, the UFC lightweight division title fight may very well be in the hands of ‘The Notorious’.
Dariush is currently in training for a potential matchup against former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira. Oliveira has not competed since losing his title to Islam Makhachev. Moreover, he has been teasing fans with hints about his next fight on social media. The matchup between Dariush and Oliveira would be a highly-anticipated and competitive one. In addition, both fighters have demonstrated their exceptional skills in the octagon.
Conor McGregor is also a notable figure in the lightweight division. In addition, he is eyeing to make his return to the octagon in 2023. The Irish fighter had been on a long hiatus. This was due to a leg injury he sustained in his fight against Dustin Poirier. McGregor is reportedly targeting a match against Michael Chandler. Moreover, Chandler is a former Bellator champion, who made his UFC debut in January 2021.
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Beneil Dariush reveals his Conor McGregor fear
As a top contender in the UFC’s lightweight division, Beneil Dariush is well aware of the challenges that come with competing at the highest level. In a recent interview, Dariush was asked about the potential return of Conor McGregor. Additionally, he also explained the threat it could pose to his title aspirations.
He said, “I think that Michael Chandler is a is a very winnable fight for him. So if he actually shows up that would be a pain in the a*s for me.”
Dariush acknowledged that McGregor’s comeback could certainly affect his own chances of earning a title shot, especially if McGregor were to defeat Michael Chandler, a highly-regarded fighter who recently joined the UFC.
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Despite the uncertainty surrounding McGregor’s return, Dariush is remaining focused on his own training and preparation. He understands that in order to achieve his goal of becoming a UFC champion, he must be ready to face any and all challengers who stand in his way. While the possibility of McGregor’s comeback may be a source of stress, Dariush is determined to overcome any obstacles and achieve his ultimate goal.
Dariush is full of respect for McGregor
Dariush has nothing but appreciation for Conor McGregor, a former two-division champion in the organization. As reported by ‘Bleacher Report’ in 2015, Dariush praised McGregor for his genuine approach to the sport and the media.
Dariush stated that “What Conor is, is something special, because what he does, it’s genuine. What he does with the media, it’s genuine. He’s not going out there being somebody different for the media. He’s himself. That’s Conor McGregor.” Dariush recognized he cannot replicate McGregor’s unique style, but that he has nothing but respect for McGregor and the way he fights.
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Additionally, Dariush acknowledged that McGregor has had a positive impact on the sport of MMA, stating that “Right now, I think Conor is great for the sport. He’s making the sport bigger.” Dariush recognizes that McGregor’s success and larger-than-life personality have helped to grow the sport and bring more attention to the UFC. Despite being a competitor in the same division, Dariush has nothing but respect for Conor McGregor and his contributions to the sport.
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