There is a lot of uncertainty surrounding the UFC return of Conor McGregor. However, ‘The Notorious’ seems set to make that happen in December. He was recently seen engaging in a sparring session with young Irish fighter Ian Garry, which prompted fans to share their reactions on social media.

Fans have seen Conor McGregor outside the Octagon, from attending BKFC and boxing events to promoting his Forged Irish Stout alcoholic beverage. But a viral footage of him, sparring with his supposed successor, has created excitement among fans. Let us take a look at what transpired during the recent sparring session.

Conor McGregor spars with Ian Garry

Undefeated Ian Garry has mentioned earlier that he is one of Conor McGregor’s biggest fans. This is undoubtedly one reason why he could not turn down an opportunity to spar with the former double champion. Both fighters met up at the Straight Blast Gym in Dublin, Ireland. The video footage depicts the utilization of leg kicks from ‘The Future’, with a forceful strike to the body.

Simultaneously, McGregor looked to identify an opportunity to narrow the gap before executing a spinning wheel kick, thereby exhibiting a degree of flair. The video clip of McGregor and Garry’s sparring session was just about 30 seconds, but it didn’t fail to create an impression among fans. Let us take a look at what the fans had to say.

Fans react to the viral sparring session between the two Irishmen

The fans were elated to see Conor McGregor train one of UFC’s best fighters on the roster. Moreover, they loved how smoothly he was moving during the session, prompting them to believe that his December return may be a possibility.

• Conor looks way more loose
• Bro looking more normal everyday. less and less steroid looking the closer we get to December….. interesting
• Hes definitely coming back in December

However, some fans believe that Ian Garry took it easy on McGregor. They also noticed the significant size difference between the two fighters.

• Ian takin it easy on em
• It’s like a father sparring his son size difference.

After witnessing the sparring footage, the fans are also starting to think that there is no chance that Michael Chandler is going to beat ‘The Notorious’.

• From the little that we can see it seems that Conor may be taking interest in utilizing the karate stance again and if that’s the case I cannot wait to see him back!
• Idk why people are pretending chandler is beating Conor

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Conor McGregor hasn’t had the best record lately. He has won only one fight in the last five years. However, the level of skill and flair he showcased against Ian Garry has created a sense of excitement among the UFC fans on social media. It is only a matter of time before the Irishman steps back inside the Octagon. Will the former double champion win on his return? Drop your comments below.

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