“Our flags are similar…” Alexa Grasso gives amazing response to Irish star Conor McGregor headlining Mexican Independence card

It’s official: the Noche UFC will take place at the renowned Las Vegas Sphere. A few fights are believed to happen on the card. There are also talks about Alexa Grasso defending his flyweight title on the occasion of the Mexican Independence Day. Grasso recently gave an interview regarding the fight and discussed Conor McGregor potentially headlining the event.

While there is no official announcement, several rumors exist about Conor McGregor making his much-anticipated comeback at UFC Noche. Recently, Alexa Grasso talked with the media outside the Sphere and was asked about his opinions on sharing the card with  McGregor. In response, Grasso revealed that McGregor’s addition would make the event huge.

Well, imagine that. I would love to share a card with Conor McGregor... It could be huge. I mean, our flags are kind of similar. It would be amazing to share a card with him. 

Alexa Grasso via MMA Junkie

Conor McGregor was expected to fight Michael Chandler at UFC 303 but had to pull out because of a toe injury. The card will now be headlined by Alex Pereira vs. Jiri Prochazka for the light heavyweight title. While Dana White has refused to give any more updates about McGregor’s injury, the ‘Notorious’ is expected to return very soon. 

On the other hand, Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko recently competed against each other as coaches on TUF Season 32. Recently, the Mexican champion revealed a dream to fight Shevchenko at the famous Las Vegas Sphere. Despite the history behind both the fighters, Shevchenko doesn’t seem to have any animosity towards Grasso.

Valentina Shevchenko opens up about her rivalry with Alexa Grasso

Valentina Shevchenko and Alexa Grasso first crossed paths at UFC 285, where the Mexican submitted the champion to win the belt. It was one of the biggest upsets in the UFC  in recent times. The pair then fought again, and the rematch ended in a controversial draw. 

This could be the third time both the fighters will face each other, and the hype is humongous. When asked about her opinion of Grasso, Shevchenko had a positive outlook. The fighter is still not satisfied with their last controversial fight. However, she doesn’t have any personal beef with the champ.

 I'm not a aggressive person. I don't have anything like against Alexa. She is doing what she is doing. First, fight what we have whatever. The second fight, draw but in my opinion, she was gifted by decision. But don't have anything against her. 

Valentina Shevchenko via MMA Junkie 

Other than Shevchenko, Alexa Grasso is also interested in fighting top featherweight contender Manon Fiorot. Grasso said it’s an interesting match-up for her, and fans would love it. However, given the hype created by the UFC with the TUF season, Grasso vs. Shevchenko is definitely the fight to look out for.

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