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UFC welterweight division has only witnessed Conor McGregor thrice in the UFC. Yet from the champion to top UFC contenders, everyone has a thing or two to say about ‘The Notorious’. A report claiming the Irishman was not tested this year by USADA created some noise among fellow fighters. And McGregor’s latest post does not go well with Gilbert Burns, a former UFC welterweight title challenger.

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The Irish star is constantly sharing updates on his progress to return. A picture from Conor McGregor on his Twitter got comments from ‘Durinho’.

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Gilbert Burns wants USADA to show at Conor McGregor’s doors

The BJJ ace questioned McGregor’s ripped physique immediately after McGregor’s post. Burns on his Twitter handle wrote, “go get test MF “

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Burns is usually active on his Twitter and shares his opinions on various MMA-related stuff. And with McGregor confirming his return to the welterweight division, the welterweight’s return is justified.

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While the Face of the Fight Game might never fight again inside the Octagon and still secure a well-deserved UFC Hall of Fame, his manager revealed an early return in 2023 is possible.

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The highest-paid UFC athlete has already achieved everything he wanted in the promotion. And one man that was there to witness the highs and lows of ‘The Notorious’ – UFC President Dana White, who recently suggested why he loved the Irish star.

Conor McGregor received words of praise from UFC President Dana White

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Dana White, in a recent interview with TSN, revealed McGregor’s work ethic and his determination to continue to put on the show despite different opponent changes.

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A UFC Embedded episode also showed how the Irishman was informed about Jose Aldo pulling out of their previously scheduled fight, and him asking about the next challenger and showing no intention of not competing.

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The Irish striker faced Chad Mendes and won his first UFC championship (interim featherweight).

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Anyhow, the Irish star could show the same courage and determination when he would return to the Octagon after overcoming a brutal leg injury.

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Deepak Kumar is a UFC author at EssentiallySports. His love for MMA comes from the chaos and violence the fight business brings to the table. A BJJ aspirant, Deepak began following the sport as a casual fan when Ronda Rousey was finishing her opponents in seconds. Now, a hardcore fan of names like Petr Yan, Charles Oliveira, and Tony Ferguson, he just can't even miss a single fight. This has helped him develop a passionate understanding of the sport that he hopes to translate into his work. When not working, he likes to hang out with his squad.

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