CONOR MCGREGOR seems to have poured cold water over a lightweight matchup with Charles Oliveira.
Oliveira, a submission specialist and slick striker, called for a fight of former 155lb champions after Justin Gaethje was choking at UFC 274.
The Notorious seems to be reluctant to lose weight in order to go lightweight
McGregor seems to have reservations about losing weight. He has gained several pounds of muscle in the past ten months.
He tweeted, "I'm still not sure if I want to reduce the weight. I enjoy being made like a refrigerator.
"I feel like I want to fight at that size just to see it back lol."
McGregor says he doesn't have weight issues and would love to be able to share the octagon alongside Oliveira, who has won 11 consecutively.
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He stated, "I would love to fight the Brazilian 100%!"
"I love Brazil, and I'm unbeaten in Brazil. All KO's. "I have some thinking to do."
McGregor, 33 years old, seems to be leaning towards a fight with Michael Chandler, a welterweight fighter who was drawn to him after his brutal knockout against Tony Ferguson.
He stated, "I'd have an excellent knock off of this guy.
"A firework spectacle. The 170 shout is also very appealing to me. Tipped him over.
"I am definitely open to fighting this man at some point in my career. It will happen after tonight.
"Congratulations Michael on your solid win and another barnstormer!"
McGregor, 33 years old, hasn’t been inside the Octagon since breaking his leg during his rubber match against Dustin Poirier in July.
Although the Irishman has shown a quicker recovery than expected, UFC president Dana White anticipates that he will return to the cage in autumn.
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White recently stated to SunSport that "early fall is possible if all goes well."
"If his leg heals well and he is given the permission to start training properly, then he may be able to train in the fall if he wants."
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