The UFC lightweight division is full of astonishing talent and with astonishing talent comes cut-throat competition. In one of the most star-studded divisions in the UFC, rankings can change overnight. And Conor McGregor doesn’t seem too pleased about the same.

According to UFC’s latest lightweight rankings, Conor McGregor falls at 3rd place, behind Dustin Poirier who comes in at 2nd. In a recent post on social media, the Irishman has voiced these concerns, taking a shot at the UFC, rather publically. However, the virtual jab did not last long and was deleted by the fighter shortly after he posted it.

“How is the pea ahead of me in rankings? I sparked him in 90 seconds. Went further against most recent foe, plus took a round. After two-year layoff partying and or in jail/court. What a weird little game you guys play. I’ll bide my time for now but watch this space. All bums,” said McGregor in his post.

McGregor reminds fans how he dropped Dustin Poirier in the first round itself. The fight in question took place back in September 2014.

How the Fight Turned out for Conor McGregor

The top-ranked flyweights went toe to toe at UFC 178 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. In a fantastic performance, The Notorious One dropped Poirier 20 seconds ahead of the 2-minute mark.

True to his nature, McGregor, ahead of the bout let his mouth loose however, his fists did not shy away from doing the talking when they were called upon.

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Poirer was McGregor’s first fight against one of the fighters who featured on the top 10 list. The bout proved to be vital for the Irishman to establish himself as a fighter worthy of being in the UFC. And it could not have gone any better for him.

An established veteran in the UFC, Poirier was the perfect test for McGregor. However, The Diamond had a personal agenda going into the fight as well considering how the 31-year-old was offended by the Irishman’s bravado.

It was McGregor’s relentless pressure that tilted the scales to his favor. A series of his trademark kicks and mixed spinning attacks were the key to bagging a win.

McGregor’s lethal left hand is what ended Poirier, clipping him the temple to send him to the canvas. Followed by a series of ground strikes to seal the deal.

Aggressive, boastful, and violently effective, McGregor displayed his valor. Poirier might have been a great matchup for him, however, McGregor put Poirier away with relative ease.