McGregor and Cerrone were cordial and friendly toward each other, with the former fighter stating multiple times that no "bad blood" would be spilled in the Octagon.
McGregor:
It’s hard not to respect Donald. Although there will be blood spilled, it will not be bad blood. As for the Mystic Mac prediction, it will be a KO. UFC 246
The "no bad blood" refrain was confirmed with some friendly banter between the two about Cerrone's python-skin suit, and both noted that PETA could be after them for their choices of attire.
Masvidal or Usman? Conor says:
I'd take both. I'd like that BMF title. To me, the gold has more significance to it. ... I thought we were robbed of a classic" in BMF fight." Likes Masvidal matchup better than Usman, who has a "sniff the jockstrap" style."
The Fight Itself
Former NFL wide receiver Chad Ochocinco asked McGregor on behalf of Bleacher Report whether he should bet on the Irishman.
Cerrone on Conor being biggest challenge of career:
"You could definitely say" it's the toughest fight. "You never make it on the big one - well, motherf*cker, let's see if I can make it with the biggest one, a two-time champ."
He also respectfully acknowledged McGregor's ground game:
Cerrone:
For all you analysts thinking Conor doesn't have a ground game, get a life.
What's Next
If McGregor beats Cerrone, a fight with Jorge Masvidal or Kamaru Usman could loom. McGregor gave his takes on both: Conor says
"I'd take both. I'd like that BMF title. To me, the gold has more significance to it. ... I thought we were robbed of a classic" in BMF fight." Likes Masvidal matchup better than Usman, who has a "sniff the jockstrap" style."
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