Conor McGregor responds to 'f*cking bum' Justin Gaethje: 'Less of the disrespect'
Conor McGregor rejects a potential bout with Justin Gaethje as he targets a third UFC title in a different weight class.
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Conor McGregor has responded to comments from Justin Gaethje, calling for "less of the disrespect" after Gaethje referred to him as a "f*cking bum." McGregor is shutting down a title shot against Gaethje at 155lbs. Coverage from hitc.com, talkSPORT, NY Fights, and MMA Junkie emphasizes McGregor's specific ambition to pursue a triple crown.
This involves hunting for a third UFC title, specifically at welterweight. Attention now turns to McGregor's return at UFC 329 and the identity of his preferred opponent, as he has explicitly rejected the matchup with Gaethje.
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Quick answers
What was Justin Gaethje's comment about Conor McGregor?
Gaethje referred to McGregor as a "f*cking bum."
Which weight class is McGregor targeting for his next title?
McGregor is hunting for a title at welterweight.
When is McGregor scheduled to return?
Coverage indicates his return will take place at UFC 329.
Coverage (7)
- Conor of old fires up at media day... and opens up on sexual assault case, booze and critics Fox Sports · 13h ago
- Conor McGregor reacts to Justin Gaethje attending UFC 329 AOL.com · 13h ago
- Conor McGregor shreds Justin Gaethje after champion claimed he wants to 'punch him in the face' Bloody Elbow · 13h ago
- Conor McGregor reveals triple crown ambition ahead of UFC 329 return, not Justin Gaethje hitc.com · 13h ago
- Conor McGregor shuts down Justin Gaethje title shot as he names preferred option talkSPORT · 13h ago
- Conor McGregor Hunting for a Third UFC Title at Welterweight, Rejects Justin Gaethje at 155lbs ny fights · 13h ago
- Conor McGregor responds to 'f*cking bum' Justin Gaethje: 'Less of the disrespect' MMA Junkie · 13h ago
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