'Conor is the best fighter in the world', says Dana White

D. White (left) praised C. McGregor (right) (Photo: Getty Images)

Even after winning two titles simultaneously, Conor McGregor still behind Demetrious Johnson on the list of the best pound-for-pound fighters in the world in the UFC rankings. The company's president, Dana White, criticized the press, responsible for making the rankings, saying that the Irishman should be ahead of “Mighty Mouse”.

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“When we talk about weight for weight, the press that makes the rankings does not put Conor McGregor on the top. How is he not the best pound for pound in the world? He won the featherweight title, he has the lightweight belt and he beat a guy at welterweight. That’s the definition of pound for pound!” exclaimed White, in an interview with the radio program “The Michael Kay Show”.

The director also denied rumors that he has not been getting along with Conor, which increased after the lightweight champion himself complained about the new direction of the UFC.

“Conor and I are fine. It's true that I put up with a lot of things from this guy, but he's worth it, he's a different guy,” she assured.

Dana White and Conor McGregor There were some disagreements recently, after the UFC said that the idea of ​​giving up the featherweight title came from the Irishman himself. He denied withdrawing and assured that he is still the champion at 66 kg.