Conor McGregor is making his highly exciting return to the UFC after a lengthy break. He was not active in the octagon a lot since his 2017 boxing match with Floyd Mayweather. In the interim, McGregor has struggled, racking up three losses and only one victory. Unfortunately, his last bout with Dustin Poirier ended with McGregor suffering a leg injury. Nonetheless, Joe Rogan recently shared his belief on a podcast that McGregor has what it takes to return to his previous form.
Conor McGregor’s reputation as one of the most accomplished fighters in UFC history is well-earned. Moreover, with the Irishman being the first to achieve the distinction of being a two-division champion after victories against both Jose Aldo and Eddie Alvarez. This achievement is a testament to his fighting prowess and impact on the sport.
As a respected UFC commentator and host of one of the most popular podcasts in the world, Joe Rogan’s opinion carries a great deal of weight among MMA fans and insiders. His endorsement of McGregor’s chances to reclaim his title underscores the level of respect and admiration that the fighter has earned.
Joe Rogan believes in Conor McGregor
In a recent podcast, the guest questioned if Conor McGregor would be able to make a successful comeback to the UFC. This is due to the increasing level of the lightweight division. However, Joe Rogan expressed his belief that McGregor can regain his best form and compete at the highest level again.
He said,
“He could. He certainly could. The reason why Floyd Mayweather was still elite even at the top of his game.”
“I don’t think you ever forget where you came from.”
Rogan even drew a comparison to one of McGregor’s past opponents, Floyd Mayweather. He explained that Mayweather has managed to maintain his form and skills despite his age, and McGregor could do the same.
This indicates that Rogan has faith in McGregor’s ability to make a successful comeback and compete at the highest level of the sport once again.
‘The Notorious’ backs himself
Ariel Helwani recently had the chance to interview Conor McGregor, where he asked him about his motivation behind his comeback and his future fights. McGregor made it clear that he is still very hungry for competition and is driven by the desire to prove himself on the biggest stage.
He said,
“Competition man. Competition it’s the best buzz ever. Why would you not want to do it? How would you not want to make this walk and experience this whole thing. You know, It’s highly addictive and I’m highly addicted.“
McGregor’s response shows that he is highly motivated to get back into the octagon and compete at the highest level. Despite his previous losses and injuries, he remains focused on his goal of becoming a champion once again. With this level of drive and determination, it will be interesting to see how he performs in his upcoming fights.
