A clash of legends! Kamaru Usman dismisses top welterweights and challenges Conor McGregor in the UFC.

Kamaru Usman Focused on fighting in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

Without fighting since June, when he dominated Joaquin buckley, in Atlanta (USA), Kamaru Usman He awaits the UFC's decision regarding his future. After ending a three-fight losing streak, the former welterweight king (up to 77,1 kg) is back in the title race and remains in contention to be the champion's first challenger. Islam makhachevIf he can't face his friend, the Nigerian already has a plan B, which is also grand.

In search of big fights, Usman challenged Conor McGregor, out of action since 2021. It's true that the Nigerian has already been challenged by the top competitors in the category and, in the current scenario, he may face some tough competition. Ian Gary ou MichaelMorales If he can't fight for the belt. However, the veteran has already shown that he's not interested in facing his division colleagues, but rather in welcoming the Irishman back to the UFC.

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And Kamaru's intention is nothing new. When he reigned in the welterweight division, 'The Nigerian Nightmare', after being provoked by McGregor, called him up a weight class to face him. As the Irishman may return to the company in June or July, the African is closely watching his moves.

"Usman vs. McGregor in 2026," wrote the former UFC champion on his official 'X' account.

Usman's fighters in MMA

Kamaru UsmanThe 38-year-old is an MMA legend and considered by many to be the second-best welterweight in history, behind only Georges St-Pierre. At his peak, the Nigerian dominated the division and defended the belt five times. Currently, he is ranked number seven in the division.

'The Nigerian Nightmare' began his career in the sport in 2012 and debuted in the UFC in 2015. In that discipline, the professional built a record of 21 wins and four losses. His main victories were against... Colby covington (twice), Demian Maia, Gilbert Durinho, Joaquin buckley, Jorge masvidal (twice), Leon edwards, Rafael dos Anjos, Sean Strickland e Tyron woodley.

Usman vs. McGregor 2026 👀

— KAMARU USMAN (@USMAN84kg) March 13, 2026