Apart from holding multiple UFC records, former middleweight champion Michael Bisping is one of the more outspoken fighters to have been on the roster.
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During his long tenure with the organization, Michael Bisping was a staple of the middleweight division. The title eluded him, however, and until he got the shocking upset over Luke Rockhold. Some might argue his name would’ve been lost to time.
Following a string of tweets titled ‘The GOAT Thread’ put out by Conor McGregor, wherein he dismissed Bisping standing as an elite fighter, the ever outspoken Bisping clapped back at the Notorious one
Well this one eyed fighther you speak of actually beat your number one, and he defended his belt so your logic doesn’t really add up. Anyway, have a good day. #facts https://t.co/thV6YXfEc0
— michael (@bisping) May 25, 2020
McGregor, known to voice his opinions with reckless abandon, discounted Bisping’s legacy within the sport to downplay one of the GOAT contenders on his list: GSP.
Some much-needed context on Michael Bisping and Conor McGregor
McGregor, spoke about Bisping as the one-eyed fighter. He referenced ‘The Count’s’ eventual loss of vision that ultimately made him retire. Bisping, who has been forthcoming with his injuries, shared his entire journey of losing his eye to the fight game on his podcast ‘Believe you me’
Fans have been critical of McGregor and his unique brand of phrasing things. However, he seems undeterred by such criticism and continues to be the biggest draw in the sport.
Bisping is quick to point out that Anderson Silva (who ranks #1 on McGregor’s GOAT list) suffered a loss to him before he clinched the middleweight strap.
No matter where you stand on the GOAT debate, one thing is for certain. The record books of UFC speak of Michael Bisping’s legacy. He is also the first British fighter to find a place in the UFC Hall of Fame.
