Conor McGregor weighed in on Kamaru Usman’s first ever UFC loss in a typically savage manner. The welterweight champion was on his way to making the sixth defence of his title against Edwards in their rematch, being up on the judges' scorecards heading into the final round of the fight.He was in control heading into the fifth round and was cruising his way to a decision win, but Edwards landed a Hail Mary head kick that rendered the champion unconscious as he suffered his first UFC loss.
This prompted McGregor to head to social media and mock Usman after the shocking defeat.He tweeted: "Hahahahahhhahajaaj" just moments after the Nigerian was knocked out and continued. "Mi no lika the boi no sleep dem man hahahaha t*** got t****ed." McGregor also added: "Usman gonna come out saying he from Pluto after that smack hahah Marty green pants from Pluto."READ MORE: Carl Froch brands Conor McGregor a 'mouthy little p****' in response to strange tweet Providing his analysis on the fight, the Irishman added: “Not even a relatively high kick.
Fully leaned into his own death. One leaned his way to victory. Another leaned his way to death. Crazy sport, I love!” He also took time to congratulate Edwards on the biggest win of his career. "An amazing scene to witness!
Huge congrats Leon! A real good, solid and dedicated mixed martial artist! The uk’s second only ufc champion! Incredible! Congrats mate! @ParadigmSports.” The Nigerian went into his championship title defence with Britain's Leon Edwards as the huge favourite, given his undefeated UFC record.
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