Khabib Nurmagomedov throws a punch at Conor McGregor at UFC 229. Photo: Reuters Khabib Nurmagomedov throws a punch at Conor McGregor at UFC 229. Photo: Reuters
Khabib Nurmagomedov throws a punch at Conor McGregor at UFC 229. Photo: Reuters
Conor McGregor
Martial Arts /  Mixed Martial Arts

UFC: Conor McGregor is a ‘fake contender’ says Khabib – ‘people just want more drama’

  • Lightweight champion says fighting the Irishman again would not be ‘a real championship fight’
  • ‘For my legacy I have to beat tough opponents, real contenders,’ says Khabib

Topic |   Conor McGregor
Nick Atkin
Nick Atkin

Updated: 5:25pm, 27 Feb, 2020

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Khabib Nurmagomedov throws a punch at Conor McGregor at UFC 229. Photo: Reuters Khabib Nurmagomedov throws a punch at Conor McGregor at UFC 229. Photo: Reuters
Khabib Nurmagomedov throws a punch at Conor McGregor at UFC 229. Photo: Reuters
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