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Saturday, Dec 14, 2019

Khabib Nurmagomedov Insists Conor McGregor Won’t Earn Rematch With Win Over Donald Cerrone

Khabib Nurmagomedov

By FCF Staff

Dana White recently outlined why the UFC will look to book a rematch between Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov if they win their next bouts. But, Nurmagomedov continues to insist, his rival needs to do much more, before he earns another title shot.

While speaking with ESPN, White referred to what McGregor has accomplished, while discussing why the star could fight for the title if he defeats Donal Cerrone, January 18th. At a recent Q&A, however, the lightweight champion said this (quotes via MMA Junkie):

“I’m surprised that Dana White is saying that if Conor beats Cerrone and I beat Tony Ferguson, there will be a rematch,” said Nurmagomedov.

“I decide who I’m going to fight next. To fight me he has to cut weight first, down to (lightweight), and win 10 fights in a row like I did. Then we’ll think about a rematch.

“But for now, he (McGregor) can fight second-rate fighters who lose seven out of 10 fights at (welterweight).” But to think he deserves the lightweight belt, while I’m champion that won’t happen, so everything’s alright. Don’t worry.”

Nurmagomedov, who submitted McGregor last October, is booked to face Ferguson on April 18th.

posted by FCF Staff @ 10:47 am
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