Makhachev's coach shows interest in his pupil's duel with Conor McGregor: 'Wish list'

Conor McGregor e Islam makhachev They are UFC stars. Photo: SUPER LUTAS montage.

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Five years after fracturing his leg against Dustin poirier, Conor McGregor is close to stepping into the world's most famous octagon once again to face Max Holloway in the main fight of UFC 329However, even before facing the Hawaiian, the Irishman already has the attention of important names in the UFC. Head coach of Islam makhachevJavier Mendez came forward this Wednesday (17) to show interest in a confrontation with the Notorious in an interview with 'Submission Radio'.

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According to the coach, the opportunity to face Conor McGregor It would be too good to pass up. Both financially and in terms of media exposure, the Russian could achieve significant milestones if he had the opportunity to share the octagon with the most popular name in the history of the sport.

“It could very well be the biggest fight in UFC history if that happened. To be honest with you, (Conor) brings so much to the table. If I had a wish list, that would be the one, because I want that again,” Mendez stated.

🤞 Coach Javier Mendez wants to see his student Islam makhachev take him Conor McGregor one day

“It could very well be the biggest fight in UFC history if that were to happen.

To be honest with you, [Conor] brings so much to the table. If I had a wish list, that's the one,… pic.twitter.com/3ZBfxwUETr

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Conor McGregor will return to Makhachev's division.

McGregor makes weight and confirms UFC fight. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

Despite having built his MMA career primarily in the featherweight (up to 65,7 kg) and lightweight (up to 70,3 kg) divisions, the return of Conor McGregor It is scheduled for the welterweight category (up to 77,1 kg). Interestingly, this is the same division dominated by the Russian, who still doesn't have an official date to defend his belt, even though he has a verbal agreement to compete with... Ian Gary.