The UFC star Conor McGregor is a force to reckon with while exchanging blows. The Irishman has achieved insurmountable heights since his debut in the UFC. Given his wrestling skills and explosive nature, it was no surprise that ‘Notorious’ became a two-weight division champion. However, his combat skills are not just limited to striking. He has notable agility and flexibility. And an old 2016 video reaffirms the view.

Conor McGregor burst into the limelight because of his powerful, striking abilities. Thus, the majority of his Octagon wins have come in the form of KO/TKO via punches. Even so, MMA fans love the former UFC champion’s aggressive approach inside the ring.

Further, the Dublin-born had a tremendous career year in 2016. Not only McGregor built a coveted rivalry with Nate Diaz, but also knocked out Eddie Alvarez. Thus etching his name in the history book and becoming a simultaneous two-division champion.

Conor McGregor’s movement and balancing video

In the video, MMA fans can see Conor McGregor doing movement and balancing training in public. Further, in the initial half of the video, McGregor is trying to balance himself on a wooden plank. Like a gymnast, he is figuring out the method of balancing his weight in proportion to the lesser width of the plank.

While his balancing training can put any legendary rope walker to shame, once he makes the balance, he moves on to the next level. Following this, he successfully attempts a horizontal leg stretch. Thus evoking the comparison with the US Olympic gold medalist gymnast, Simone Biles.

Therefore, the user aptly captioned the video, “Conor “SIMONE BILES” McGregor”

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In contrast, in the second half of the video, the former UFC champion is struggling. While he stands on the floor, trying to jump and make it to the wooden plank, he is failing constantly. But after a bit of struggle, the Irishman overcomes the obstacle and, in like manner, continued his training.

McGregor’s potential return

The Irishman last fought in the Octagon against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264. Thus, completing his trilogy with ‘The Diamond’. Whereas Poirier earned the lightweight championship shot, McGregor on the other hand suffered an unfortunate leg injury.

While it has been over a year since he last stepped in the Octagon, the Irishman is sooner or later expected to mark his Octagon return.

The MMA fans certainly will hope for Conor McGregor’s return at the earliest.

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