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Conor McGregor’s Coach Jokingly Shut Down Dana White’s Hilarious Pitch for a super Fight at Chaotic Landmark UFC Event
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The UFC 202 press conference was… memorable, to say the least. Beyond the build-up to Nate Diaz vs. Conor McGregor 2,Dana White floated a truly wild idea – a super fight involving McGregor at a notably iconic,and chaotic,location.But before we dive into that, let’s rewind and understand just how much of a scramble this event became.
A Card in Crisis: The Road to UFC 202
UFC 202 wasn’t originally suppose to be the Diaz-McGregor rematch. The initial plan centered around conor McGregor defending his featherweight title against Jose Aldo. Though, Aldo pulled out due to injury, creating a significant hole in the card.
Jon Jones’ rematch with Daniel Cormier was booked as a replacement, but this also fell apart when ‘Bones’ was pulled from the bout due to a potential drug policy violation.With just three days to adapt to this change, the promotion was left scrambling. Ultimately, Miesha Tate vs. Amanda Nunes was elevated to the main event, a testament to the UFC’s ability to pivot – even if it meant a major shakeup.
Dana White’s Wild Pitch: McGregor at WrestleMania?
Amidst the chaos of the reshuffled card, Dana White, never one to shy away from a bold idea, decided to test the waters with a truly outlandish proposition. During the UFC 202 press conference, White jokingly suggested to Conor McGregor that he fight at WrestleMania 33.
Yes,WrestleMania. The biggest event in professional wrestling.
“Listen, you want to make real money? You wanna be a global superstar?” White asked McGregor, as captured in footage from the press conference. “Go fight at WrestleMania. I’m serious! I’m telling you right now.You’re a big star. You’re a global superstar. You go do WrestleMania, you’re a mega-star.”
The idea, naturally, was met with a mix of laughter and disbelief. And McGregor’s coach, John Kavanagh, quickly – and humorously – shut it down.
Kavanagh’s Swift Rejection: “Absolutely Not”
John Kavanagh, mcgregor’s longtime coach and mentor, didn’t hesitate to dismiss White’s suggestion.in a succinct and definitive response, Kavanagh stated, “Absolutely not.”
The clip of Kavanagh’s response quickly went viral, becoming a highlight of the already chaotic press conference. It perfectly encapsulated the dynamic between the pragmatic coach and the ambitious fighter, and the often-unconventional world of the UFC.
It’s easy to see why White would pitch such a crossover event. McGregor’s star power was – and remains – undeniable. A foray into the world of professional wrestling would undoubtedly generate massive revenue and further elevate his profile.However,Kavanagh’s response highlights the focus required to remain at the top of mixed martial arts.
Why It (Probably) Won’t Happen – But Why We Can Dream
While the idea of conor McGregor stepping into a wrestling ring is undeniably intriguing, it’s highly unlikely to ever materialize. McGregor has remained focused on his MMA career, with potential future fights still looming. The skill sets required for MMA and professional wrestling are vastly different, and transitioning between the two would be a monumental challenge.However,the very fact that Dana White floated the idea speaks to McGregor’s unique appeal and the UFC’s willingness to explore unconventional opportunities. And who knows? In the unpredictable world of combat sports, anything is possible. For now, though, we’ll have to settle for imagining “The Notorious” trading blows with the likes of John Cena or Roman Reigns.Subscribe to Bloody Elbow