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Conor McGregor

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  • #32
    Professey Chin
    Registered Users Posts: 51,054 ✭✭✭✭Professey Chin


    Looks like he has a new friend in kenflo aswell going by twitter :pac:


  • #33
    Zero-Cool
    Registered Users Posts: 29,472 ✭✭✭✭Zero-Cool


    scudzilla wrote: »
    No chance on him being a main event, and rightfully so, let him have a couple more fights first.

    Ah yeah, he better be on the main card at least!


  • #34
    MrStuffins
    Registered Users Posts: 19,145 ✭✭✭✭MrStuffins


    Let's not get ahead of ourselves lads. A fight v Korean Zombie is a HUGE step up. Nothing wrong with him having a couple more fights in the division before starring to go up against the big boys.

    One thing is for sure, Zuffa know they have a star on their hands. Not only a guy with skills, but a guy who is extremely marketable! And a guy who has the potential to become the best combat sportsman to have ever come from this island. (So much for not getting ahead of ourselves :p )


  • #35
    Be like Nutella
    Registered Users Posts: 1,830 ✭✭✭Be like Nutella


    " The Boston event is a UFC on Fox booking, which guarantees a larger viewing audience due to the lack of pay-per-view fees. Should McGregor's bout be aired, he will be available to over 90 million homes. "

    http://www.espn.co.uk/ufc/sport/story/201185.html#


  • #36
    Dave 101
    Registered Users Posts: 469 ✭✭Dave 101


    Be like Nutella wrote: »
    " The Boston event is a UFC on Fox booking, which guarantees a larger viewing audience due to the lack of pay-per-view fees. Should McGregor's bout be aired, he will be available to over 90 million homes. "

    http://www.espn.co.uk/ufc/sport/story/201185.html#

    cha-ching!


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  • #37
    alanrebelsw
    Registered Users Posts: 146 ✭✭alanrebelsw


    Ken Egan got chewed out on twitter as well as some jorno who c mc said i will see u soon...


  • #38
    scudzilla
    Registered Users Posts: 11,908 ✭✭✭✭scudzilla


    The way i can see it is he'll fight on the Boston Card in August, if he comes through that fine then a much higher profile fight in December. Then if he wins that, i reckon we could have a title fight here in Dublin around March/April time


  • #39
    nino1
    Registered Users Posts: 826 ✭✭✭nino1


    scudzilla wrote: »
    The way i can see it is he'll fight on the Boston Card in August, if he comes through that fine then a much higher profile fight in December. Then if he wins that, i reckon we could have a title fight here in Dublin around March/April time

    calm down there with the premature title fight call!
    He has a long long way to go before a title fight should even be mentioned.
    He had an awesome preformance but the way some people here are getting carried away with themselves talking about fighting aldo next and title fights is ridiculous!
    He has only been tested on the ground twice in his professional career and been subbed pretty easily.
    Now, thats mainly because he has been ko'ing people left right and centre and it was 3 years ago but much will depend on how much his ground game has come on since then.
    With any luck the UFC will give him very gradual step ups in class and baby him a bit like they did with jon jones.
    Very cool to see an irish fighter coming through with such promise but lets not lose the run of ourselves!!


  • #40
    adamski8
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,503 ✭✭✭adamski8


    scudzilla wrote: »
    The way i can see it is he'll fight on the Boston Card in August, if he comes through that fine then a much higher profile fight in December. Then if he wins that, i reckon we could have a title fight here in Dublin around March/April time

    Yeah march 17th obv!


  • #41
    scudzilla
    Registered Users Posts: 11,908 ✭✭✭✭scudzilla


    nino1 wrote: »
    calm down there with the premature title fight call!
    He has a long long way to go before a title fight should even be mentioned.
    He had an awesome preformance but the way some people here are getting carried away with themselves talking about fighting aldo next and title fights is ridiculous!
    He has only been tested on the ground twice in his professional career and been subbed pretty easily.
    Now, thats mainly because he has been ko'ing people left right and centre and it was 3 years ago but much will depend on how much his ground game has come on since then.
    With any luck the UFC will give him very gradual step ups in class and baby him a bit like they did with jon jones.
    Very cool to see an irish fighter coming through with such promise but lets not lose the run of ourselves!!

    Why calm down? I've been saying for a LONG time that he's a future UFC champ


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  • #42
    cowzerp
    Registered Users Posts: 10,549 ✭✭✭✭cowzerp


    scudzilla wrote: »
    Why calm down? I've been saying for a LONG time that he's a future UFC champ

    The standard at the top is way way higher than he's been near so let's give him a chance to keep evolving and reach his full potential, then we'll see what he can do.

    As it stands now he's on the ladder and that's great, would be amazing to see an Irish champ but let's get a win v a top ranked fighter before we start putting unnecessary pressure on him.

    Rush Boxing club and Rush Martial Arts head coach.



  • #43
    unknown13
    Registered Users Posts: 6,659 ✭✭✭unknown13


    scudzilla wrote: »
    The way i can see it is he'll fight on the Boston Card in August, if he comes through that fine then a much higher profile fight in December. Then if he wins that, i reckon we could have a title fight here in Dublin around March/April time

    Getting Aldo over for a title fight is very optimistic. He is a very popular fighter and the UFC keep those fighters for fights on US time.

    Ireland could get a title fight but I think it would be the flyweight or bantamweight title fight. It all depends on who is champion.


  • #44
    EvanCornwallis
    Closed Accounts Posts: 201 ✭✭EvanCornwallis


    thecommietommy wrote: »
    Clearly you know nothing whatsoever about Irish sport.

    London-Olympics-2.jpg

    Wow, one gold . I do apologize , and we all know the depth talent and importance of women's sports.


  • #45
    alanrebelsw
    Registered Users Posts: 146 ✭✭alanrebelsw


    After ur aldo next comment how do u expect anyone to take u seriously...rofl


  • #46
    DrPhilG
    Registered Users Posts: 12,186 ✭✭✭✭DrPhilG


    I think there's a bit of a green mist descending around here, talk of a title shot within 2-3 fights!

    Fair enough FW isn't that stacked, and I'm as much a McGregor fan as anyone. But we really need to answer the question that faces every fighter from this side of the water. How good is his wrestling?

    Let's not forget that the likes of Clay Guida and Frankie Edgar are in the same division. I know Frankie has been better known for standing and trading lately, but he still has the wrestling to change to a smothering tactic if he was getting beaten in the standup. And Guida has sadly become a complete blanket of a fighter lately.

    I don't think we can claim McGregor as a title contender until he has faced off against one of the high level wrestlers in the division.

    I would love nothing more than seeing him with the belt, and if he gets to a title shot I'll beg, borrow or steal to make it to the event wherever it may be. But people need to let the buzz settle and look at this without bias!


  • #47
    ElChe32
    Registered Users Posts: 2,690 ✭✭✭ElChe32


    EvanCornwallis wrote: »
    Wow, one gold . I do apologize , and we all know the depth talent and importance of women's sports.


    One gold? Try 5 world and european titles..Taylor would match any guy at her weight. She's as dedicated to boxing as any male professional boxer. Cop on to yourself.

    Regarding the McGregor victory, great show from Conor. Delighted for him and wish him all the success in the world. Bit early for talks of a title shot though lads!


  • #48
    EvanCornwallis
    Closed Accounts Posts: 201 ✭✭EvanCornwallis


    alanrebelsw wrote: »
    After ur aldo next comment how do u expect anyone to take u seriously...rofl

    That was a sarcastic comment. You're not very bright ,

    Rolf .

    As you'd put it.


  • #49
    EvanCornwallis
    Closed Accounts Posts: 201 ✭✭EvanCornwallis


    ElChe32 wrote: »
    One gold? Try 5 world and european titles..Taylor would match any guy at her weight. She's as dedicated to boxing as any male professional boxer. Cop on to yourself.

    Regarding the McGregor victory, great show from Conor. Delighted for him and wish him all the success in the world. Bit early for talks of a title shot though lads!

    Yes, one gold medal for your country. Is that a fact or did I miss another ?


  • #50
    alanrebelsw
    Registered Users Posts: 146 ✭✭alanrebelsw


    Ha easy to say now,and no I'm not very bright, I'm extremely bright :)


  • #51
    feelpablo
    Registered Users Posts: 510 ✭✭✭feelpablo


    Im still not sure Brock wasnt fighting at the weekend by the way things are on this forum at the minute :D


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  • #52
    UncleChael
    Registered Users Posts: 78 ✭✭UncleChael


    nino1 wrote: »
    calm down there with the premature title fight call!

    He has only been tested on the ground twice in his professional career and been subbed pretty easily.
    Now, thats mainly because he has been ko'ing people left right and centre and it was 3 years ago but much will depend on how much his ground game has come on since then.

    His ground game has come on immensely in that timeframe, he's a purple belt now and seems very focused on that aspect of his game, he also choked out Dave Hill which was a huge indicator of how much his ground game has developed.

    I completely agree with you though that he should not be rushed, I think he'll be champ aswell someday but all in good time!


  • #53
    Jaxton Thankful Arrowhead
    Posts: 0 ✭ Jaxton Thankful Arrowhead


    EvanCornwallis wrote: »
    Yes, one gold medal for your country. Is that a fact or did I miss another ?

    Was feeling good reading this thread until you started to talk


  • #54
    Mr. Manager
    Moderators, Computer Games Moderators Posts: 11,139 Mod ✭✭✭✭Mr. Manager


    What's the story with the lack of civil debate in this place the last few days?

    Conor had an impressive debut but people talking of Aldo fights are delusional. He's had 1 fight that lasted 60 seconds.. A long way off I think.

    Will be looking into getting tickets for Boston though so would be nice to see his talent continue!


  • #55
    Ush1
    Registered Users Posts: 11,461 ✭✭✭✭Ush1


    Absolutely delighted for him and his performance.

    I was one of the more cautious people having seen Brimage fight in Toronto against a hyped Jimmy Hettis, I knew Conor had the talent but there was always the danger with all the hype and pre fight stuff.

    I think it would be interesting against a higher ranked wrestler, maybe Clay Guida?


  • #56
    p to the e
    Registered Users Posts: 2,302 ✭✭✭p to the e


    I think Andy Ogle is a good shout for a next opponent. Both young fighters with lots of exposure (Andy was on TUF) and both coming off a win. Diego Brandao who was on the same card as McGregor could be a decent matchup aswell.


  • #57
    Jaxton Thankful Arrowhead
    Posts: 0 ✭ Jaxton Thankful Arrowhead


    p to the e wrote: »
    I think Andy Ogle is a good shout for a next opponent. Both young fighters with lots of exposure (Andy was on TUF) and both coming off a win. Diego Brandao who was on the same card as McGregor could be a decent matchup aswell.

    Andy Ogle, pff would be a walkover. Brandao on the other hand would be a serious test. Clay Guida is another level up again, we dont want him doing what he did to pettis and derailing the hype train!


  • #58
    Mr. Manager
    Moderators, Computer Games Moderators Posts: 11,139 Mod ✭✭✭✭Mr. Manager


    I think Brandao would give him some trouble. The kid is a heavy brawler and showed incredible knockout abilities in TUF house. Black belt in Jiu-Jitsu too.

    It'd be a contender for fight of the night either way but sure Conor said he didn't want that.


  • #59
    Ush1
    Registered Users Posts: 11,461 ✭✭✭✭Ush1


    Dennis Bermudez?

    Brandao I think is hot and cold, I would fancy Conor in that fight but still a decent shout.


  • #60
    dave1982
    Registered Users Posts: 4,604 ✭✭✭dave1982


    I think there is a huge amount of pressure on him to perform which is unfair in my opinion.I've seen none of his fights before Saturdays all I seen was very one sided quick fight.

    Its great to see a Irish guy do well in the UFC but I think we should get off the hype and let him train with out the pressure from the fans.

    He is everywhere Dana is praising him he's on all the news sites.Its too much too fast for him I think.

    Don't get me wrong I want to see him do well but I don't want to see him get fights he's not ready for and fall flat on his face.

    He said he don't want fight of the nights he wants one sided fights.I don't train MMA but I would assume you need to get a good hiding at some stage.


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  • #61
    RoboRat
    Registered Users Posts: 2,452 ✭✭✭RoboRat


    Fair play to Conor, excellent performance and great to see his hard work pay off. He is a great character and exactly what the UFC needs.

    I was really surprised to see Brimmage trying to stand with him. He was obviously riled up by the heckling and the weigh in but he should have known better. I thought with his wrestling skills he would throw a punch and then go for the takedown but he didn't seem to even try it. I know that Conor was moving a lot and made it extremely difficult but I thought a few times he had it set up but didn't go for it - perhaps the few knees Conor threw had put him off.

    Anyhow, fingers crossed he gets another fight soon.


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