Conor McGregor claims Khabib Nurmagomedov has 'done nothing' in MMA, puts himself above Jon Jones
Conor McGregor has publicly criticized Khabib Nurmagomedov and Jon Jones ahead of his anticipated return to the UFC.
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Conor McGregor released a series of statements regarding his peers in mixed martial arts. He characterized Khabib Nurmagomedov's career as having accomplished nothing and ranked his own status in the sport above Jon Jones.
Coverage from CBS Sports, Sports Illustrated, Fox Sports, Bloody Elbow, and Verdict MMA emphasizes the timing of these comments, noting they occur immediately prior to McGregor’s planned return to competition. Reports highlight these remarks as an escalation of long-standing tensions.
Future developments depend on official announcements regarding the UFC return event. Coverage does not yet specify a date or an opponent for McGregor's upcoming fight.
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Quick answers
Who did Conor McGregor criticize?
McGregor directed comments toward Khabib Nurmagomedov and Jon Jones.
What is the context of these remarks?
The statements were made ahead of McGregor's planned return to the UFC.
Has an opponent been named for McGregor?
Coverage does not yet specify an opponent or a date for his return.
Coverage (6)
- Conor McGregor reverts to his old ways, buries Khabib in crybaby rant about injuries and court cases MMA Mania · 4h ago
- Who is going to #ufc... Verdict MMA · 4h ago
- ‘What the f**k!’: The wild McGregor moment that sparked UFC’s greatest grudge match Fox Sports · 4h ago
- Conor McGregor tears into Khabib Nurmagomedov in epic rant ahead of UFC return Bloody Elbow · 4h ago
- Conor McGregor Blasts Jon Jones, Khabib Ahead Of UFC Return Sports Illustrated · 4h ago
- Conor McGregor claims Khabib Nurmagomedov has 'done nothing' in MMA, puts himself above Jon Jones CBS Sports · 4h ago broke it first
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