Confident, Conor McGregor claims he would beat the UFC champion: 'Styles make the fights'

Conor McGregor He is a former double UFC champion. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter @UFC

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Conor McGregor does not deny the abilities of Alexander VolkanovskyHowever, he demonstrates conviction that he would prevail in a potential confrontation. The Irishman is scaled to return to the octagon in UFC 329, scheduled for next Saturday (11), when it faces Max Holloway In the main event. Even after a five-year hiatus from competition, 'Notorious' remains confident that his skills would be enough to overcome the current featherweight champion (up to 65,7 kg).

In an interview with 'Main Event TV', McGregor stated that he would accept a fight against Volkanovski and highlighted that the Australian's fighting style would not be favorable in a possible duel. In the Irishman's view, despite acknowledging that his rival is not a bad fighter, he believes that the champion is not at his level in the sport.

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“Definitely (I would fight Volk). Look, styles make the fights, it’s not a good matchup for him. He’s not a bad fighter, but he’s not on Mac’s level,” he said. Conor McGregor.

Holloway takes a jab at McGregor and demands his presence at UFC 329.

Max Holloway will face Conor McGregor No. UFC 329. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram.

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Although I am confident of victory, Max Holloway demonstrates distrust regarding the presence of Conor McGregor No. UFC 329That's because, in his last attempt to return to the octagon, the Irishman ended up out of the fight against... Michael chandler No. UFC 303, held in June 2024.

In an interview with MMA Junkie, the Hawaiian made an appeal for McGregor to attend the event and fulfill his commitment, regardless of the circumstances.