In a recent sparring session in Ireland, Ian Machado Garry, the unbeaten welterweight striker, claims that the 'OG' Conor McGregor has made a comeback. This revelation comes ahead of McGregor's anticipated return to the UFC next year against Michael Chandler. The duo engaged in a spirited exchange during their training session, giving fans a glimpse of the vintage McGregor.
Sidelined since his unfortunate injury in July 2021, Conor McGregor is gearing up for a return to the Octagon. His last bout against Dustin Poirier ended in a first-round doctor's stoppage TKO, leaving McGregor with a fractured left tibia and fibula. Despite the setback, McGregor is set to face Michael Chandler next year in what promises to be a blockbuster welterweight clash.
Ranked as the current number ten welterweight contender, Ian Machado Garry is not just an observer; he's in the midst of high-stakes action himself. Scheduled for a main card clash at UFC 296, Machado Garry will face Vicente Luque in a bout that could significantly impact the welterweight landscape. It's a must-watch matchup with both fighters hungry for victory.
Sharing insights from the sparring session, Machado Garry expressed his excitement at witnessing the 'OG' Conor McGregor in action. From McGregor's signature split stance squat to the anticipated spin, Machado Garry recognized the familiar moves of the former champion. As a fan and fellow fighter, he describes the experience as "super exciting" and an opportunity to feel McGregor's striking firsthand.
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