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Conor McGregor: 5 factors that make McGregor a better fighter than Khabib Nurmagomedov in the UFC

Conor McGregor: 5 factors that make McGregor a better fighter than Khabib Nurmagomedov in the UFC

Conor McGregor: UFC News: Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov, two of the UFC’s renowned superstars, have perhaps had more success than anybody else in the sport. Unlike many other superstars, each of their distinct personas and prowess transcended the company. However, in a competition between two people, one person will always win over the other. […]

Conor McGregor: UFC News: Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov, two of the UFC’s renowned superstars, have perhaps had more success than anybody else in the sport. Unlike many other superstars, each of their distinct personas and prowess transcended the company. However, in a competition between two people, one person will always win over the other. And even though Nurmagomedov had already defeated’ The Notorious’ in the Octagon, showing his prowess. We’ll look at 5 things that make McGregor a superior fighter to ‘The Eagle.’ For UFC News updates with InsideSport.IN

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There is no question that the skills and status of the two combatants are roughly equivalent. But just like everyone else, there are features that set them apart from one another, like ‘The Eagle’ is prominent due to his respectable attitude. Whereas McGregor’s entire persona has helped him become well-known, and that will certainly draw your attention.

Conor McGregor: The reasons why The Notorious seems to be a superior fighter to Khabib Nurmagomedov

The following are qualities that make him a better fighter than the fighter from Dagestan.

Never missed weight

The fact that McGregor never missed a weight cut in his whole career is the first of a few reasons why he is superior.

In contrast, Nurmagomedov missed weight once in his career, which occurred in the infamously canceled battle between Tony Ferguson and him at UFC 209.

McGregor’s 3 division dominance

‘The Notorious’ competed in three different classes and dominated each and every division. Even the guy who defeated McGregor, Nurmagomedov, only participated in the 155 lb division. Thus, he is the biggest in the game, and this has been one of the clearest indications of it.

Conor McGregor: 5 factors that make McGregor a better fighter than Khabib Nurmagomedov in the UFC

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Conor McGregor: 5 factors that make McGregor a better fighter than Khabib Nurmagomedov in the UFC

The Irishman has fought in Featherweight (145 lbs), Lightweight (155 lbs), and Welterweight (170 lbs). And not just he competed, but he also dominated all of them.

Conor is a two-division champion

In addition to competing and succeeding, he has also captured two titles, making him the first person to do so successfully. That just shows he controlled in this fashion.

Conor McGregor has the biggest fan following in the company

The biggest PPV star

He is the biggest UFC draw ever thanks to the way he hypes the fights and his persona just adds flavor to the action. Although his in-ring performances may have dropped recently, his ability to draw large crowds has never been in question.

The biggest pay-per-view events, which were gained by the company, were his fights against Donald Cerrone, Dustin Poirier, and Nate Diaz. Not to forget that he featured in the biggest PPV in the business in his match against Khabib

Conor has more entertaining moments

Many talented and entertaining athletes have demonstrated excellent microphone skills, which just makes them even more likable. And athletes like Muhammad Ali and The Rock were simply magnificent and a refreshing change. Just like that, no matter if you like McGregor or not, there is no denying that he is more entertaining and funny.

Additionally, he is certainly more entertaining than Nurmagomedov in press conferences and has more memorable moments on the mic in the company. And with that persona, his cross-over boxing match against Floyd Mayweather translated his popularity into the boxing scene where he also bagged millions.

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