Sean O’Malley, the rising star of the UFC, has made a bold statement about his potential matchup against legendary fighter Conor McGregor. In a tweet shared by @Home_of_Fight, O’Malley expressed his belief that he could defeat McGregor in a fight, despite the significant difference in their weight classes.
The Home_of_Fight’s Tweet reads,
Sean O’Malley is open to fighting Conor McGregor and believes he would beat Conor if they were to fight –
“I don’t really call out big guys at 155 or 170 because I know my role I’m a 35er. But for me to be able to actually think I could beat Conor, where he’s at now, I’m just being honest, I’m just saying the truth, I believe I could beat Conor McGregor When your idol’s turn into rival’s it’s a real thing and I’ve always praised him even when he took a couple of shots at me, I was like God I tried to hate Conor but I couldn’t. Right now not a huge fan of Conor….we are not on great terms”
👀🇮🇪Sean O'Malley is open to fighting Conor McGregor and believes he would beat Conor if they were to fight :
"I don't really call out big guys at 155 or 170 because I know my role I'm a 35er. But for me to be able to actually think I could beat Conor, where he's at now, I'm… pic.twitter.com/dYL7XTTFtP
— Home of Fight (@Home_of_Fight) August 22, 2024
O’Malley, who competes in the bantamweight division, acknowledged that he typically avoids calling out fighters in the lightweight or welterweight divisions due to the size advantage they hold. However, he made an exception for McGregor, stating that he believes he has the skills and abilities to overcome the former two-division champion.
Sean O’Malley’s Confidence and Respect for McGregor
Sean O’Malley, known for his striking skills and charismatic personality, has always admired Conor McGregor. Despite McGregor taking a few shots at him, O’Malley has consistently praised the Irish fighter. However, Sean O’Malley now feels confident that he could defeat McGregor, given the latter’s current form. He stated, “When your idols turn into rivals, it’s a real thing and I’ve always praised him even when he took a couple of shots at me, I was like God I tried to hate Conor but I couldn’t. Right now not a huge fan of Conor…we are not on great terms.”
The Potential Matchup
A fight between Sean O’Malley and Conor McGregor would undoubtedly be one of the most anticipated matchups in UFC history. O’Malley, who typically fights at 135 pounds, is willing to move up to 155 pounds to face McGregor. This willingness to change weight classes highlights Sean O’Malley’s determination and belief in his abilities. He mentioned, “I don’t really call out big guys at 155 or 170 because I know my role I’m a 35er. But for me to be able to actually think I could beat Conor, where he’s at now, I’m just being honest, I’m just saying the truth, I believe I could beat Conor McGregor.”
Conor McGregor’s Current Status
Conor McGregor, once the face of the UFC, has had a tumultuous few years. After a series of losses and a long hiatus from the sport, McGregor’s future in the UFC remains uncertain. He is expected to make a comeback, but the details of his return are still unclear. McGregor’s recent performances have not been up to his usual standards, which might be why O’Malley feels confident about his chances against the former champion.
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