Conor McGregor responds to 'f*cking bum' Justin Gaethje: 'Less of the disrespect'
McGregor fires back at Gaethje’s insults while setting sights on UFC’s triple crown
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The brief
His comments come amid ongoing speculation about his return to the UFC at event UFC 329. Coverage emphasizes McGregor’s strategic shift, framing his response as a calculated move to distance himself from Gaethje while signaling his ambition for a welterweight championship.
Outlets including *hitc.com*, *talkSPORT*, *ny fights*, and *MMA Junkie* highlight his triple crown aspirations as the priority, downplaying Gaethje as a viable opponent. Watch for McGregor’s next public statements on his UFC return and potential welterweight title pursuit.
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Quick answers
Did McGregor confirm a fight with Gaethje?
No. McGregor explicitly stated he is not pursuing a match with Gaethje at 155 lbs, focusing instead on a potential third UFC title at welterweight.
When is McGregor’s UFC return scheduled?
Coverage does not yet specify an exact date, but his return is linked to UFC 329.
Has Gaethje responded to McGregor’s comments?
As of now, Gaethje’s camp has not issued a public response to McGregor’s latest remarks.
Coverage (7)
- Conor of old fires up at media day... and opens up on sexual assault case, booze and critics Fox Sports · 12h ago
- Conor McGregor reacts to Justin Gaethje attending UFC 329 AOL.com · 12h ago
- Conor McGregor shreds Justin Gaethje after champion claimed he wants to 'punch him in the face' Bloody Elbow · 12h ago
- Conor McGregor reveals triple crown ambition ahead of UFC 329 return, not Justin Gaethje hitc.com · 12h ago
- Conor McGregor shuts down Justin Gaethje title shot as he names preferred option talkSPORT · 12h ago
- Conor McGregor Hunting for a Third UFC Title at Welterweight, Rejects Justin Gaethje at 155lbs ny fights · 12h ago
- Conor McGregor responds to 'f*cking bum' Justin Gaethje: 'Less of the disrespect' MMA Junkie · 12h ago
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