Khabib Nurmagomedov mellows 'trash talker' Conor McGregor ahead of UFC 246 comeback

recent press conference for UFC 246 brought down a different side of Cor McGregor and it was quite surprising for some of his fans since Irishman chose to stay away from war of words with his rival Donald ‘Cowboy’ Cerrone. Cor McGregor is regarded as one of best trash talkers in history of MMA, who has buried almost all his opponents with brutal words. shining superstar of UFC keeps boundaries while talking about his rivals and it has often invited some unwanted problems for him. However, press conference for UFC 246 was slightly different. Both Cor McGregor and Donald Cerrone showed mutual respect for each or and a lot of fans believe that it is Khabib Nurmagomedov who me Cor McGregor humble.

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UFC 246: Did Khabib Nurmagomedov humble Cor McGregor?

Cor McGregor faced lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov at main event of UFC 229 in 2018. wonder, Irishman assaulted Khabib by talking about his culture, race, religion and family throughout build-up of fight. Khabib, who is very much concerned about his religious principles, took fight personally and thrashed McGregor inside Octagon. Lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov also said that he would make Cor McGregor humble after beating him inside octagon. Well, after a humiliating defeat against Khabib, McGregor chose to stay out of sport for over a year. He is finally back in action with UFC 246 but his recent behaviour at UFC 246 press conference showed a completely different side of him.

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According to UFC President Dana White, if McGregor mans to win against 'Cowboy', he would be entitled for a re-match against Khabib Nurmagomedov. However, lightweight champion has shown zero interest over McGregor and said that Cor should win at least ten fights in a row to earn ar title shot at 155 lbs. Well, Cor McGregor believes that Khabib is scared and he is running away.

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(Im courtesy: Official Instagram handle of Cor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov)