Current UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria shared his thoughts on former two-weight champion Conor McGregor.
Ilia Topuria on Full Send podcast
That guy is so sick – he has some problems within himself, you know? At the same time, when he was starting in mixed martial arts, he was an idol for all of us. He was a great fighter, representing good values, and he did a lot for the sport. But at some point, he betrayed the very principles that got him there. He became disrespectful to everyone around him—to the people, to the fighters, to everyone. And at some point, when you act that way, people turn against you. If they support you, you have to give them the same love back. I want to be more than Conor McGregor.
Topuria's last fight was against Max Holloway in October 2024 at UFC 308. In that match, which was stopped in the third round, Ilia won by knockout. His record stands at 16 wins and no losses.
McGregor's last fight took place in July 2021 at UFC 264, where he faced American fighter Dustin Poirier. In that bout, Conor lost by technical knockout after being unable to continue due to a leg injury. His record in mixed martial arts shows 22 wins and six losses.
