UFC 257 is an unhappy event for fans “The Notorious” Conor McGregor when he witnessed their idol for the first time falling under a knock-out. The defeat was so gloomy that many people thought that the former champion of the UFC-McGregor was expired after losing at Dustin Poirier.
However, in the eyes of the President of the UFC Dana White, this is a good opportunity for Conor McGregor to recover his form, or as he said, “find himself”.
In the exchange with The Jim Rome Show, White shared his comment:
“I think this defeat for McGregor is a good thing. It has a script similar to the movie Rocky III. You have to try to play when you own luxurious yachts, versace brands and money around you. It is difficult to keep your will when people are too full.”
“I know McGregor is ready to play again,” White said. “He wants to rematch with Poirier as soon as possible. UFC has also planned and likely this match will take place this summer.”
Currently, with the premise that both Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier want to rematch, the high possibility that Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier 3 will fall in July or August 2021. In addition, White confirmed that this is not the UFC championship match. Russian boxer Khabib Nurmagomedov is still the king of Lightweight despite his retirement.
After Boxing with Floyd Mayweather, McGregor had only 1 victory in the last 3 matches. Should McGregor continue to play MMA or should retire as advice from former enemy Khabib Nurmagomedov?