Due to injury, Conor McGregor is using his recovery to do some ‘training’ with his son. The MMA community was disappointed when McGregor pulled out of his UFC 303 fight against Michael Chandler due to a broken wrist suffered in training and McGregor is out of 2021 after suffering a leg injury against Dustin Poirier at the UFC
UFC 303 Card Changes
To save the UFC 303 card, the UFC replaced McGregor vs Chandler with a fight between Alex Pereira and Jiri Prochazka. UFC CEO Dana White previously addressed the uncertainty surrounding McGregor’s return, saying, “What about September? And what about October? He didn’t prepare himself. So why are they even talking about it?” Recently, fans went wild when McGregor was seen wrestling with his son in a video. Standing on his knees to avoid kicking despite his injury, McGregor battled his son, who showed impressive technique by drawing hands on the back-half
Fan Reactions
McGregor then put his son in a slow back nude position, and the video quickly went viral. Fans have taken to social media to share their reactions, with some jokingly suggesting that McGregor is training his son to seek revenge against Khabibnurmagomedov.
Thoughts and Humor
One fan made fun of Michael Chandler, noting that McGregor’s son had the opportunity to meet the Irishman before ‘Iron Mike’ came along. him coming back I’d love to fight someone other than Michael Chandler, [but] there’s no way he’s not coming back to the UFC and fighting me.”
Another fan quipped, “Project Khabib started,” implying that McGregor is training his son to surpass Khabib’s legacy in the UFC. Some fans mocked McGregor’s wrestling, with one saying, “Wow. Connor almost won that match! It would be the first.”
Comparison and Criticism
Fans also noted the resemblance between fellow Irish UFC fighter Ian Gary and McGregor’s son, with one saying, “Ian looks like Gary”. Others have expressed hope that McGregor’s son will be more humble than his father, with one fan saying, “I hope his son is a little more humble than his father”.
Estimates of the Future
Another fan speculated on the future, saying, “UFC 500 finna go crazy,” implying that McGregor’s son could make his mark in the MMA world. However, some took jabs at McGregor’s expense, with one fan saying, “Conor showed his son how Khabib drowned him,” referring to McGregor’s loss to Nurmagomedov at UFC 229 in 2018
McGregor’s Legacy for the Future
The wrestling match elicited reactions from wrestling fans, from digging jokes to supportive messages. As McGregor shares his MMA knowledge with his son, the MMA world is eagerly awaiting his return to the Octagon and whether this father-son training shows preparation for a future fight with Michael Chandler.
While the UFC has yet to announce an official return date for McGregor, fans are hopeful that ‘The Notorious’ will bring him back soon. Meanwhile, McGregor’s upbringing playing with his son gives us a glimpse into his life outside the Octagon. They also take a fond look at his role as a father, which could set the stage for his son’s future in MMA.
Fan Expectations
As fans eagerly await McGregor’s next move, the buzz surrounding his potential bouts continues to grow. Whether he faces Chandler or another challenger, McGregor’s return promises to be a major event in the world of MMA. The playful yet focused training with his son raises expectations, showcases the fighter’s softer side and fuels speculation about his future plans.
