UFC lightweight Justin Gaethje has hinted that he could be set to face-off against Irish superstar Conor McGregor after the American reignited the pair’s rivalry.
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Gaethje, 32, who boasts a decent professional record of (22-3) is looking to get back into the win column after suffering a recent title defeat to champion Khabib Nurmagomedov.
However, Geathje’s title plans may have taken a backseat after the American recently unleashed a ruthless barrage of insults on fellow contender McGregor.
Gaethje, who is well-known for his all-out action packed violent style more than lives up to his nickname ‘The Highlight’, and could be set for an explosive showdown against PPV king McGregor.
Speaking in a recent interview with ESPN, when asked about McGregor’s recent loss to Dustin Poirier, said: “I love seeing a loudmouth get knocked out!
“I don’t feel bad for him.
“I’m happy for Poirier. I’m happy Poirier went out there and did his job and finished him.
“There is nothing that makes me happier [than] seeing a piece of sh** get put down. That was great. I loved it.”