Trilogy on the way? Conor McGregor responds to Nate Diaz's message of support and praises his rival

McGregor and Diaz shake hands after rematch Photo: Disclosure/UFC

Rivalry is not always synonymous with disaffection. Proof of this are the recent statements by Nate diaz e Conor McGregor. Days after the North American publicly come out in defense of the Irish In relation to the dispute with the UFC, it was the 'Notório' turn to return the kindness and praise his former opponent.

During his participation in the 'MMA Hour' podcast, Conor McGregor spoke about the support received from Nate diaz, expressed respect and admiration for his former rival and reaffirmed his interest in completing the trilogy against the North American.

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“Nate is great. When you share back-to-back wars, we had real fights. This is a real fighter. Both brothers (Diaz) are real fighters. I always had respect for both of them and I was able to share the octagon with him. I really appreciate the support. I wish him the best. And what a monumental moment it will be when we have this trilogy fight. I’m excited,” said the Irishman.

Conor McGregor e Nate diaz They faced each other on two occasions, both in 2016, with a victory for each side in two of the biggest pay-per-view events in the history of Ultimate. Despite this, Dana White recently ruled out the possibility of the two facing each other again in the main fight of UFC 306, in September, the date requested by 'Notório'.

“Dana White instantly threw cold water on it. This trilogy would be huge and is the epitome of the 'Sphere' event. Mexican Independence Day. Nate diaz He has Mexican ancestry and is a beloved and true fighter. It's difficult to deal with these guys (UFC executives), I don't know what the issues are. I think it would be amazing and would suit me perfectly. The date in the summer and in September, I think I can get my two fights this year”, he concluded.

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