O. Roddy (left) in training with C. McGregor (right). Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @cochowenroddy
After his triumphant return to the Octagon in January, Conor McGregor You may have your new appointment confirmed soon. According to the Irishman's trainer Owen Roddy, the notorious fighter could return to lightweight (up to 70,3kg) and fight against Justin gaethje on July 11th. The information disclosed in a conversation with 'ESPN' reporter, Ariel Helwani.
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“This is the plan. Bringing the UFC back to life after these events were cancelled. I think a fight on July 11th will get the event back on track. My fingers are crossed and I think everyone around the world is rooting for this fight,” said Owen.
For the commitment, Roddy already has an opponent in sight. If it depends on Roddy's wishes, McGregor will hold the long-awaited confrontation against Justin gaethje, who is going through a great moment in the organization, coming off three big wins in a row. In recent months, the American has even come into conflict with the organization, criticizing the company's treatment, which, according to the lightweight, is complacent with the Irishman's inactivity.
“(Conor) would face anyone, but (preferably) Gaethje). He (Justin) is an exciting fighter. I would like to watch this. I know Conor is ready and everyone would be available when July rolls around,” he concluded.
McGregor returned to the Octagon in January this year after spending more than a year away from fighting. On that occasion, the Irishman won an overwhelming victory over the experienced Donald Cerrone with a knockout in the first round.
Currently, 'Notório' occupies third place in the category's ranking, while Justin is close behind, in fourth.
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