“It Really Elevates Everybody’s Attitude on the Mat”- Coach Compares Conor McGregor’s Return to SBG With Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo

As revealed by coach John Kavanagh, UFC star Conor McGregor is back to training in all aspects of MMA. Hence, fans are curious to know when he will be back to the Octagon. While there is still no bout on the cards, Kavanagh giving an update on the star has left fans excited.

As reported by ‘BBC‘, the Irish athlete practiced his jiu-jitsu for the first time since his last fight and subsequent leg injury. Coach Kavanagh said (h/t BBC), “He’s healthy, happy, and it’s great to have him back.”

“The last few sessions in the gym were MMA-oriented.- he’s got the all-clear for now.”

“He did a great session last night, we got some great rounds in. He hasn’t lost a beat and was looking great.”

He compared McGregor‘s return to the gym to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. He said, “He just walks in and takes part in a regular jiu-jitsu class, and you’ve got guys on the mat there who have only been training a couple of months.”

“So imagine like a group of guys on the park having a kickaround, and then Lionel Messi or Cristiano Rondalo comes up and says ‘hey, I’ll join in’- it really elevates everybody’s attitude on the mat.”

Several fighters like Charles Oliveira and Michael Chandler have challenged ‘The Notorious’. While the former has been booked for a fight against Islam Makhachev at UFC 280, McGregor’s return will take some time.

Is Conor McGregor morphing into SBG’s gorilla?

The 22-6-0 record holder also made it known that he wants to face Kamaru Usman for the welterweight title. After all, he has already been the featherweight and lightweight champion. It made sense for him to try and dominate a third-weight division.

John Kavanagh recently appeared on ‘Blockasset’ and spoke about McGregor. He joked about how the fighter was now a ‘two thousand pound gorilla‘.

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SBG’s logo is that of a gorilla and Mystic Mac recently shared a picture on Instagram posing the same as the gorilla. Hence, Kavanagh joked about the fighter resembling the SBG icon.

Additionally, the Irish fighter has been showing off his massive physique through his recent pictures and videos on social media. As a result, many feel he will return at welterweight.

Regardless, his return to the Octagon will be exciting to witness.

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