“It’s Like When You Go to the Super Bowl”- Conor McGregor’s $6,812,374 Success Ranked as the Best UFC Moment at MSG

The UFC is returning to New York City with UFC 295 at Madison Square Garden. The iconic venue has been the host of many unforgettable moments in the history of Dana White‘s promotion. Meanwhile, Daniel Cormier recently made his pick, claiming that Irish star Conor McGregor made the biggest impact at MSG.

Madison Square Garden has hosted some of the biggest matches of all time. From Georges St-Pierre‘s fight against Michael Bisping at UFC 217 to Alex Pereira‘s win over Israel Adesanya at UFC 281. However, Daniel Cormier believes that the top spot goes to Conor McGregor. Let’s see what he had to say.

Daniel Cormier credits Conor McGregor for the greatest UFC moment at MSG

Conor McGregor has been part of some of the biggest moments in the history of the UFC. He is one of the biggest MMA stars, after all. However, Daniel Cormier recently stated McGregor’s double championship crowning moment at UFC 205 was the biggest UFC moment at the coveted Madison Square Garden arena. It was one of the Irishman’s biggest paydays as he took home $6,812,374 after his victory.

“At number one it’s Conor McGregor. For me, it was Conor McGregor,” said Daniel Cormier. Furthermore, he also mentioned that it was the first time that the UFC held an event in New York City. The Hall of Famer also recalled hearing numerous stories from that monumental night. Cormier further added, “It was the first time, and I heard stories of New York City on that fight night. It’s never been that again.”

Daniel Cormier also mentioned that UFC 205 was a monumental event. There were so many people that night in New York City that it was hard for others to get out for almost two blocks from the venue. “They said they had two blocks around Madison Square Garden cornered off. They had music blaring as you were walking into the arena,” said the former champion.

‘DC’ stated that UFC 205 was like a celebratory event for the fans. There was music playing all around and people were just filled with too much enthusiasm. “They had DJs, Irish music playing rap music [and] Eddie Alvarez’s music playing. It was crazy,” said the Hall of Famer. He had never experienced something like that before. Cormier even mentioned that the night felt as if it was the Super Bowl.

Cormier compares McGregor’s crowing moment with the Super Bowl

‘DC’ is certain that UFC 205 was one of the biggest events in the history of the promotion. He claimed that it was nothing short of what fans get to witness at the Super Bowl. Daniel Cormier further stated, “They said it was almost like you’re at one of the biggest events. It’s like when you go to the Super Bowl and everything is happening around you.”

He also turned his attention to Conor McGregor’s performance that night against Eddie Alvarez. ‘The Notorious’ landed some great strikes on his opponent and showcased the strength and accuracy he had in his left hand. “Then Conor McGregor seemed to have the most dynamic left hand of all time. Every time he hit Eddie Alvarez… every time he hit him, he would drop him,” The Hall of Famer added.

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The UFC now has more eyes on it than it ever had before. It has grown to be one of the biggest promotions in the world. As such, there is no doubt that there will be more iconic moments in the future considering the level of talent on the roster. It remains to be seen if UFC 295 can replicate the same success UFC 205 did and if it can leave a lasting impression among the fans of the sport.

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