“Please Stop It…”: Amid Uncertainty Over His December Return, Conor McGregor’s Bold Claim on Being Featherweight GOAT Irks Fans

Conor McGregor, known for being the first-ever double champion in the UFC, made history with his remarkable achievements in the octagon. He claimed the UFC featherweight title and later secured the lightweight title by defeating Eddie Alvarez, solidifying his status as a two-division champion.

Recently, McGregor engaged with a fan on Twitter/X who asked the public to weigh in on the title of “Featherweight GOAT” (Greatest of All Time). McGregor, always exuding confidence, responded in his typical fashion. However, the fan reactions to his statement added an interesting twist to the conversation.

Conor McGregor claims GOAT status but fans aren’t so sure

McGregor’s response to the fan’s query on Twitter was succinct: “The obvious one.” He accompanied this reply to a picture featuring Jose Aldo, Max Holloway, Conor McGregor, and Alexander Volkanovski, further asserting his claim to the title of Featherweight GOAT.

At UFC 194, McGregor astonished the MMA world by knocking out Jose Aldo in a mere 13 seconds, ending Aldo’s five-year reign as the featherweight champion. McGregor continued his ascent by moving up in weight to challenge Eddie Alvarez at UFC 205 for the lightweight title. His nearly flawless performance earned him the distinction of being the first fighter in UFC history to hold titles in two weight classes.

Fan reactions to McGregor’s response were diverse, with many finding amusement in his confidence. Here are the reactions from the fans.

Some fans thought Volkanovski deserved the title.

Others pointed out McGregor’s historic achievements, emphasizing that he held two titles.

Some fans acknowledged McGregor’s impact on the sport, but declaring Volkanovski as the best.

A few fans reacted with humor, finding McGregor’s confidence amusing.

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Some placed Volkanovski as the current top featherweight.

Others expressed skepticism, suggesting that McGregor’s best days were behind him.

Certain fans emphasized the importance of title defenses.

Some fans agreed with Volkanovski being the greatest featherweight.

In conclusion, fan opinions on the Featherweight GOAT vary, with many leaning towards Volkanovski and others acknowledging McGregor’s historic accomplishments in the sport. However, most fans seem to think Conor hasn’t done enough to merit GOAT status. Regardless of their opinions, fans are still eagerly awaiting McGregor’s return to the Octagon.

Will we see McGregor fight in the UFC soon?

Despite McGregor’s incredible success, he has encountered setbacks in the UFC, particularly with two consecutive losses to Dustin Poirier. The second bout concluded with a gruesome injury, keeping McGregor out of competition since July 2021.

In his recent comeback, McGregor served as a coach on the latest season of The Ultimate Fighter, opposite Michael Chandler. The plan was for the two coaches to face each other at UFC 296 in December after the show’s conclusion. However, the fight confirmation has been delayed, with McGregor’s absence from the USADA testing pool cited as a major reason.

The future remains uncertain for McGregor, but his journey from a plumber in Ireland to a household name in the sport has been nothing short of meteoric. Fans eagerly await his return to the octagon, with the question looming: will Conor McGregor step into the Octagon this year? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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