“Going after Mcnuggets,” Tony Ferguson’s unveils plan for Conor McGregor fight claiming Paddy Pimblett bout as the catalyst

Tony Ferguson discussed his ambitions to face Conor Mcgregor following his highly anticipated forthcoming bout with Paddy Pimblett at UFC 296.

“Going after Mcnuggets,” Tony Ferguson’s unveils plan for Conor McGregor fight claiming Paddy Pimblett bout as the catalyst

Tony Ferguson targets Conor McGregor after Paddy Pimblett fight (via Imago)

Tony Ferguson‘s determination to continue his MMA journey remains steadfast. He recently laid out his plans after UFC 296. With a professional record of 26 wins and 9 losses, Ferguson awaits his showdown with Paddy Pimblett this December in Las Vegas.

The mention of Paddy Pimblett’s name has reignited Ferguson’s passion for the sport. He expressed genuine excitement about the prospect of facing the emerging fighter. In a candid interview with ESPN, Ferguson extended respect towards Paddy Pimblett. The veteran fighter recognized Paddy’s talents, particularly his ground game prowess. For Ferguson, there is an undeniable allure in taking on a fighter he has been eyeing for a long time. “Going after Khabib for a long time and going after ‘McNuggets’…we’ll go after Conor if he’ll sign on the dotted line and get through USADA.”

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Ferguson had been on the verge of fighting Conor McGregor in 2017 after clinching the interim lightweight title at UFC 216. However, fate had other plans, and the much-anticipated unification bout never materialized. Despite six consecutive losses, Ferguson remains resolute about his abilities. He has reunited with his trusted old team and asserted that he had not lost his competitive edge. “I have sh*t to do… I’m not even close to being done,” Ferguson said.

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There are rumors that the UFC might leverage his reputation to bolster Paddy Pimblett’s ascent to stardom. Ferguson expressed this during the interview. However, he expressed that he is not concerned because he is much more interested in the competition.

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Tony Ferguson reveals how the Paddy Pimblett matchup happened

In a recent interview with ESPN, Tony Ferguson unveiled his incredible progress, highlighting the newfound speed he has acquired. Ferguson underscored the vital role of continual testing and learning, underscoring how lacking these elements can lead to stagnation in one’s development.

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Tony Ferguson will fight Paddy Pimblett at UFC 296 ( Image via Twitter )

Ferguson attributed his remarkable improvements to his return to the Wildcard Boxing gym. His tutelage under the legendary Freddie Roach has played a pivotal role in elevating Ferguson’s abilities. During the same conversation, Ferguson recounted the sequence of events leading to the Paddy Pimblett matchup. “I texted Hunter, I had a good talk with him… I didn’t hear anything for a while. Then, all of a sudden, my agent, hit me up and said we have something”.


Tony Ferguson’s resurgence can be attributed to his revamped training regimen and unwavering dedication to evolving as a fighter. His path toward the anticipated showdown with Paddy Pimblett has fans excited regarding his potential comeback from a string of consecutive losses.

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