UFC 229: Khabib vs McGregor Prediction and Info Thread

[Flagship11]

There is no need for a rematch- the result would be the same or even worse

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[tokeweed]

So Khabib is challenging Floyd Mayweather in a boxing match.  Who said Khabib doesn't want money?  Lololol.  I'm actually more interested in something like GSP vs Khabib happening than a boxing match with Mayweather. 

Mayweather ain't losing no boxing match.  But that's the real money fight.  Khabib could retire after that not need the UFC anymore...

[coolcoinz]

Did you hear about that offer Khabib got from 50 cent? They're offering him money to leave UFC and go to Bellator and it could work because his teammate got kicked out for jumping into the ring and attacking Conor and will now miss an upcoming fight. People are pointing out that Conor didn't get kicked out for his recent bus attack.
There's bigger money in Bellator right now. 50 cent is going to pay additional 1 million USD to whoever gets the belt.

[Ewinsane]

Khabib would definitely make a lot of money in a boxing match with Mayweather but there are two troubles about it ; first of all Khabib was known in UFC world but not outside the UFC world, even when Conor attacked him on a bus which should have promoted his name it was like "Conor attacked who?" to outsiders, that is the truth, Conor Mcgregor is known all around the world by people who do not even follow UFC, he just have a media affect to himself.

Now that Khabib played with Conor he got some more attention but not nearly enough attention to get a match with Mayweather who is looking to do a rematch with pac which would make both of them a lot of money again.

The second trouble is Khabib is a takedown kind of guy, dude can hit that is for sure but he is not really known for his punches, that is not his best skill, now going into boxing for Conor was a bit easier because his strongest weapon is his punches but Khabib is a takedown guy and he can't takedown during a boxing match.

With all of this in mind, it would be stupid to do this for both Mayweather and Khabib.

[Joke]

I saw yesterday's match between Khabib vs. McGregor, it looks really exciting where both of them attack each other but khabib is the one who wins ,my speculation  why McGregor lost, because he was an arrogant person judge your opponent too low

[BALIK]

Khabib would definitely make a lot of money in a boxing match with Mayweather but there are two troubles about it ; first of all Khabib was known in UFC world but not outside the UFC world, even when Conor attacked him on a bus which should have promoted his name it was like "Conor attacked who?" to outsiders, that is the truth, Conor Mcgregor is known all around the world by people who do not even follow UFC, he just have a media affect to himself.

Now that Khabib played with Conor he got some more attention but not nearly enough attention to get a match with Mayweather who is looking to do a rematch with pac which would make both of them a lot of money again.

The second trouble is Khabib is a takedown kind of guy, dude can hit that is for sure but he is not really known for his punches, that is not his best skill, now going into boxing for Conor was a bit easier because his strongest weapon is his punches but Khabib is a takedown guy and he can't takedown during a boxing match.

With all of this in mind, it would be stupid to do this for both Mayweather and Khabib.

I don't think the Mayweather offer to Khabib is legit, I doubt it would bring in as much attention as it did with Conor as Khabib doesn't have great promo abilities like McGregor does, even if it is just shouting his mouth off 24/7.

Either way, Mayweather will stomp Khabib too, you can't close that gulf of experience in just a few months of training. Obviously Mayweather would get choked TF out within seconds by Khabib in MMA, but that will never happen.

[cellard]

Conor seems to be back on instagram not too bothered about to the fight. He was partying with celebrities again, Migos and other rapers, and he's also seen with Jerry Jones in the Cowboys games. Win draw or lose Conor is going to continue being a massive name in sports and entertainment.

I think even if it doesn't seem to bother him much, he really hates that he lost and he will be back into the gym soon motivated for the rematch, perhaps not making it public to make them think he is just partying. I saw good things in the fight, he was able to counter some of the elite grappling by Khabib, the big problem again is that his gas tank got emptied.

Big technical mistake too with that right overhead hand landing on Conor. Looks like Khabib tricked him into pretending a takedown and threw that right instead.
A lot of haters or deluded Khabib fans now think Khabib is a better striker than Conor because of that.

I think there will be a rematch and it will be better than many are assuming. I just hope that Khabib doesn't leave the UFC as per latest news. To me it will just look like him dodging the Tony fight.

He cannot decide for a rematch, the public already know it's a convincing win by Khabib, he needs to move on, look for a fighter that he has a chance
of winning so he will be back in the winning path again, that is when the excitement will come and maybe people will again pushing a rematch
against Khabib. In the end, it's just a speculation because lots of unpredictable things happen in the world of sports, because money talks afterall.

I think he can certainly push for a rematch. He already called Dana White, and im sure Dana is going to give him a rematch and is going to try as much as possible to get it done. The big brawl after the fight made it perfect for a rematch, the story would sell a lot, and contrary to what most people are saying, some legit MMA fighters and jiu jitsu guys stopped some really good work by McGregor on there. If he can make the necessary adjustments I think he could win. Im not saying I would put my money on McGregor, but there is a chance, and the money will be too good to say no. However Khabib is threatening UFC to leave if they don't unban his 2 friends involved in the brawl so who knows, maybe Khabib leaves, which would mean a big question mark on his record since he dodged Tony Fergusson.

Also worth mentioning rumors of Khabib vs Mayweather in boxing for another boxing-MMA hypejob. Once again a lot of others on this one, but I would sure watch that.

[bitcoinmaster44]

Do you think Khabib will fight with Floyd? In my opinion, it would be a joke, but easy money for Floyd.

[Kemarit]

There is no need for a rematch- the result would be the same or even worse

I agree that a rematch is not warranted. However, we all know that UFC is also a business. A rematch would bring a lot of money in the table and its hard to refuse and Dana will do everything to make that happen.

Did you hear about that offer Khabib got from 50 cent? They're offering him money to leave UFC and go to Bellator and it could work because his teammate got kicked out for jumping into the ring and attacking Conor and will now miss an upcoming fight. People are pointing out that Conor didn't get kicked out for his recent bus attack.
There's bigger money in Bellator right now. 50 cent is going to pay additional 1 million USD to whoever gets the belt.

Yeah, I read that 50 cent is offering $2 million to Khabib and jump ship to Bellator. But I haven't seen any reply from Khabib yet except saying the 50 cent is a good man or similar to that line.

So Khabib is challenging Floyd Mayweather in a boxing match.  Who said Khabib doesn't want money?  Lololol.  I'm actually more interested in something like GSP vs Khabib happening than a boxing match with Mayweather.  

Mayweather ain't losing no boxing match.  But that's the real money fight.  Khabib could retire after that not need the UFC anymore...

Yeah, its really funny seeing Khabib challenging Mayweather and started to trash talk him. Funny you mentioned GSP vs Khabib, because I think the Khabib is like GSP 2.0 specially the way he grapples people and beat them up in the ground. Its going to be interesting, but I don't see Dana pushing for that fight. The money fight is still Conor vs Khabib.

[tokeweed]

^  Nah man...  I mean it kinda still is, but not right away.  They gotta let it sleep a little.  I think the wisest move for Khabib is to fight Ferguson, then we'd finally see who's the best at UFC LW.  Then if Khabib wins, maybe go for the WW belt next vs Woodley.

And I think McGregor first needs a bout vs someone within the top 5 at LW.  Some pundits are saying 'Kevin Lee'...  That's not an easy fight for Mcgregor imo.

[cellard]

Latest news point to Khabib refusing a $15 million deal for a McGregor rematch, that was the offer that Dana White made to him recently it seems. He has said that he doesn't want to fight Conor again, and he will fight Tony Ferguson then retire.

If I was Conor I would be really pissed. It must suck getting beaten and not getting a rematch, but I would try to look forward and focus on the next opponents. If Tony beats Khabib and Conor beats Tony, Conor will get somewhat of a vindication, specially if he manages a to do it in a spectacular fashion like one of the quick KO's we've seen before. Tony is known to have a rather wobbly chin, but he is a killer that doesn't give up easily.

Maybe if Conor wins against Tony Khabib will be back for the rematch. It's also possible Dana White offers him an higher deal and keep making it as high as needed for the inmediate Conor rematch.

[LFC_Bitcoin]

Latest news point to Khabib refusing a $15 million deal for a McGregor rematch, that was the offer that Dana White made to him recently it seems. He has said that he doesn't want to fight Conor again, and he will fight Tony Ferguson then retire.

If I was Conor I would be really pissed. It must suck getting beaten and not getting a rematch, but I would try to look forward and focus on the next opponents. If Tony beats Khabib and Conor beats Tony, Conor will get somewhat of a vindication, specially if he manages a to do it in a spectacular fashion like one of the quick KO's we've seen before. Tony is known to have a rather wobbly chin, but he is a killer that doesn't give up easily.

Maybe if Conor wins against Tony Khabib will be back for the rematch. It's also possible Dana White offers him an higher deal and keep making it as high as needed for the inmediate Conor rematch.

There will be a Khabib vs Mcgregor rematch, there’s too much money & too much interest for it not to happen. It’s all part of mind games & negotiating tactics to turn it down at first. Dana will make them both an offer that they’ll be unable to refuse. They’re in this game to make money & Dana/UFC has lots.

[cellard]

Latest news point to Khabib refusing a $15 million deal for a McGregor rematch, that was the offer that Dana White made to him recently it seems. He has said that he doesn't want to fight Conor again, and he will fight Tony Ferguson then retire.

If I was Conor I would be really pissed. It must suck getting beaten and not getting a rematch, but I would try to look forward and focus on the next opponents. If Tony beats Khabib and Conor beats Tony, Conor will get somewhat of a vindication, specially if he manages a to do it in a spectacular fashion like one of the quick KO's we've seen before. Tony is known to have a rather wobbly chin, but he is a killer that doesn't give up easily.

Maybe if Conor wins against Tony Khabib will be back for the rematch. It's also possible Dana White offers him an higher deal and keep making it as high as needed for the inmediate Conor rematch.

There will be a Khabib vs Mcgregor rematch, there’s too much money & too much interest for it not to happen. It’s all part of mind games & negotiating tactics to turn it down at first. Dana will make them both an offer that they’ll be unable to refuse. They’re in this game to make money & Dana/UFC has lots.

Actually I just found this video here with Dana White:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aV3jWSpMiEU

Looks like everything is in good standing now and Khabib will continue fighting on the UFC. How many fights he has left it's yet to be seen.

The money will surely be huge for a rematch, but I believe Khabib is increasingly scared to lose his undefeated status with each fight he takes, I think he feels like he is starting to gamble with it. I think he could really retire after Tony, and maybe actually go for the Floyd match for an huge payday.

Conor is going to be active nonetheless, he signed a 6 fight contract I think. I hope we get to see the rematch in one of these.

[joebrook]

Latest news point to Khabib refusing a $15 million deal for a McGregor rematch, that was the offer that Dana White made to him recently it seems. He has said that he doesn't want to fight Conor again, and he will fight Tony Ferguson then retire.

If I was Conor I would be really pissed. It must suck getting beaten and not getting a rematch, but I would try to look forward and focus on the next opponents. If Tony beats Khabib and Conor beats Tony, Conor will get somewhat of a vindication, specially if he manages a to do it in a spectacular fashion like one of the quick KO's we've seen before. Tony is known to have a rather wobbly chin, but he is a killer that doesn't give up easily.

Maybe if Conor wins against Tony Khabib will be back for the rematch. It's also possible Dana White offers him an higher deal and keep making it as high as needed for the inmediate Conor rematch.

There will be a Khabib vs Mcgregor rematch, there’s too much money & too much interest for it not to happen. It’s all part of mind games & negotiating tactics to turn it down at first. Dana will make them both an offer that they’ll be unable to refuse. They’re in this game to make money & Dana/UFC has lots.

With his defeat in the first fight, McGregor has nothing to lose anymore in the rematch but with Khabib,  it's different when you are unbeaten and risk the chance of ruining your perfect streak. But it's all about the money for these fighters.

[bbc.reporter]

Agreed. I reckon it is already written in Dana's storyboard that there will be a rematch. Conor wants it and Khabib certainly will not mind another big paycheck hehehe.

But Dana has to work hard in asking for the minimum fine and punishment from the Nevada State Athletic Commision for Khabib if the UFC wants this rematch within a year.

This situation might be more serious.

I speculate that Khabib will be suspended for maybe 2 years. The governor of Nevada was there watching in the arena and he walked out disgusted by the brawl that Khabib started. The powers in Nevada might use every connection they have to disallow Khabib from fighting in America for a long time.

Also, the UFC will have its own punishment for Khabib.

[mekar sari]

Agreed. I reckon it is already written in Dana's storyboard that there will be a rematch. Conor wants it and Khabib certainly will not mind another big paycheck hehehe.

But Dana has to work hard in asking for the minimum fine and punishment from the Nevada State Athletic Commision for Khabib if the UFC wants this rematch within a year.

This situation might be more serious.

I speculate that Khabib will be suspended for maybe 2 years. The governor of Nevada was there watching in the arena and he walked out disgusted by the brawl that Khabib started. The powers in Nevada might use every connection they have to disallow Khabib from fighting in America for a long time.

Also, the UFC will have its own punishment for Khabib.

I think what Khabib did to McGregor was a natural thing , because in my opinion McGregor was too much insult the khabib at each meeting, I hope and pray that the khabib will be free from the punishment that the UFC will give

[Jating]

Agreed. I reckon it is already written in Dana's storyboard that there will be a rematch. Conor wants it and Khabib certainly will not mind another big paycheck hehehe.

But Dana has to work hard in asking for the minimum fine and punishment from the Nevada State Athletic Commision for Khabib if the UFC wants this rematch within a year.

This situation might be more serious.

I speculate that Khabib will be suspended for maybe 2 years. The governor of Nevada was there watching in the arena and he walked out disgusted by the brawl that Khabib started. The powers in Nevada might use every connection they have to disallow Khabib from fighting in America for a long time.

Also, the UFC will have its own punishment for Khabib.

I don't think that 2 years is fair though. But I agree that they're very powerful and have lots of connections so Khabib career in the US in hanging in the balance. But I do hope that Nevada Athletic commission will not go full retard and ban him fighting in the US.

Anyways, here's Herb Dean's call on why he "allowed" McGregor to get away will some illegal blows.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=udi4YcPqblU - Part 1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULJM5FIhcJU - Part 2

[nydiacaskey01]

So Khabib is challenging Floyd Mayweather in a boxing match.  Who said Khabib doesn't want money?  Lololol.  I'm actually more interested in something like GSP vs Khabib happening than a boxing match with Mayweather. 

Mayweather ain't losing no boxing match.  But that's the real money fight.  Khabib could retire after that not need the UFC anymore...

Now that Khabib is challenging Floyd Mayweather, doe's this means the supposed part 2 of Mayweather vs Pacquiao is now on limbo? Mayweather will more likely go with Khabib to ride with the hype than fight an aging Manny Pacquiao. Mayweather has nothing to lose if he choses Khabib over Pacquiao, actually more to gain. all he needs to do is dance and run around the ring.

[TopTort777]

Now that Khabib is challenging Floyd Mayweather, doe's this means the supposed part 2 of Mayweather vs Pacquiao is now on limbo? Mayweather will more likely go with Khabib to ride with the hype than fight an aging Manny Pacquiao. Mayweather has nothing to lose if he choses Khabib over Pacquiao, actually more to gain. all he needs to do is dance and run around the ring.

I guess dancing will be enough. Khabib was never good at striking, he is more like grappling/wrestling/judo kind of a guy.
Boxing Mayweather versus Khabib would be greatest mismatch in the last few years.

[tokeweed]

This is ot but I can't help myself.  Lololol.  Here's a decent review of McGregor's Proper No. 12 Irish Whiskey.  I've been so curious.  I heard some bad reviews, but I think these two Texan guys gave it a fair one I guess...

Proper 12 Review by Two Texans
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yzpv3V0jnCs