“The indomitable samurai”- Conor McGregor celebrates fellow Paradigm Sports athlete Jiri Prochazka’s title win
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Conor McGregor praises Jiri Prochazka
Jiri Prochazka just made headlines after defeating the light heavyweight champion Glover Teixeira at UFC 275. It was Prochazka’s third fight in the UFC but due to his reputation, Jiri was given the titleshot.. The fight was an instant classic as both were in a mood of attack and weren’t looking to back down.
Both the fighters were landing some heavy shots but nobody was getting a knockout. Prochazka, who is well known for his incredible striking, failed to get a finish but it was enough to make the fight bloody. The fight was going back and forth but Teixeira had the upper hand and could have won the fight according to the scorecards. But just 30 seconds from the end, Prochazka finished the fight via submission.
After the fight, many fans and fighters were impressed by Prochazka’s performance and gave him the deserved respect. Conor McGregor showed his appreciation towards Prochazka who comes from the same management company as “The Notorious”.
Conor McGregor comments on Jiri Prochazka winning the light heavyweight title at UFC 275
Conor McGregor took the Twitter in order to give Prochazka props for his incredible performance and for becoming the new champion.
McGregor is managed by Paradigm Sports and Prochazka comes from the same company. Both fighters sharing this connection was the reason for Mcgregor’s excitement. McGregor called Prochazka ‘The Indomitable Samurai’ and congratulated him for his accomplishment.
“Paradigm’s Sports NEWEST! And the Czech Republic’s FIRST! UFC World Champion! The indomitable samurai, @jiri_bjp! What a fight! What a performance! Huge congrats ??❤️ @ParadigmSports ? ,” wrote McGregor.
Paradigm Sports’ success has a lot to do with Mcgregor’s association. Prochazka already had a healthy fan following due to his time in Japan as the Rizin champion. But, now with UFC’s platform, he can become a bigger star.
Fight fans are expecting the new champ to run it back with Teixeira because of how the fight went. On the other hand, Jan Błachowicz is also in the line for becoming the next challenger for the title shot. Who do you think gets the chance next? Do let us know in the comments section.
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