What If Conner McGregor Never Boxed Floyd Mayweather

Summary

The video explores an alternate timeline where Conor McGregor never boxed Floyd Mayweather, instead continuing his MMA career and striving to become the greatest of all time. After successfully defending his titles at 145 and 155, McGregor faces tough challenges, including rematches with Max Holloway and a thrilling bout against Dustin Poirier. The narrative culminates in a high-stakes showdown with Khabib Nurmagomedov, where McGregor suffers defeat but takes time off to reevaluate his career. He returns to win the lightweight title and announces his retirement on top, solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest fighters ever.

Takeaways

• 😀 Conor McGregor avoided boxing Floyd Mayweather and instead focused on becoming the greatest in MMA.
• 😀 McGregor successfully defended both his featherweight and lightweight titles, first defeating Jose Aldo in a rematch and then Tony Ferguson.
• 😀 In a new timeline, McGregor’s strategy against Aldo involved countering Aldo’s counters, leading to a TKO finish.
• 😀 McGregor's win over Tony Ferguson showcased his improved takedown defense and stamina management, learned from his loss to Nate Diaz.
• 😀 McGregor’s final fight at 145 pounds against Max Holloway was challenging due to draining weight cuts, but he still managed to win by decision.
• 😀 After struggling with the weight cut and lacking finishing power, McGregor decided to focus exclusively on 155 pounds, leaving the 145 division behind.
• 😀 McGregor’s rematch with Dustin Poirier ended in a dramatic second-round knockout, reigniting his dominance at lightweight.
• 😀 The build-up to the fight with Khabib Nurmagomedov was full of anticipation, with McGregor confident despite the daunting challenge.
• 😀 The fight with Khabib played out similarly to real life, with McGregor showing early success on the feet but eventually succumbing to Khabib’s superior grappling.
• 😀 After tapping out to Khabib’s submission, McGregor announced a temporary retirement to reevaluate his career, realizing his financial success allowed for a break.
• 😀 McGregor returned after a couple of years, defeating Michael Chandler for the lightweight title in a dominant performance before announcing his retirement for good.

Q & A

Why did Conor McGregor avoid boxing Floyd Mayweather in this alternate timeline?

In this alternate timeline, Conor McGregor chose to focus on MMA instead of boxing Floyd Mayweather, aiming to solidify his legacy in mixed martial arts by defending both his featherweight and lightweight titles.

How did McGregor's first defense of the 145-pound title against José Aldo differ from their previous fight?

McGregor's first defense against Aldo was more strategic. While Aldo was more tentative, McGregor capitalized on this by baiting Aldo into counters, leading to a TKO finish in the third or fourth round, unlike their previous, quicker encounter.

What was the outcome of Conor McGregor's fight against Tony Ferguson?

McGregor won the fight against Tony Ferguson via decision. Despite Ferguson's aggressive pressure and takedown attempts, McGregor managed to stuff the takedowns and land cleaner shots, securing the win.

Why did McGregor decide to vacate the 145-pound title?

McGregor decided to vacate the 145-pound title after realizing the toll the weight cut was taking on him. He felt it was no longer sustainable to maintain two divisional weight cuts and wanted to focus on his natural weight at 155 pounds.

What was unique about the build-up and fight between McGregor and Max Holloway in this timeline?

The build-up to McGregor vs. Holloway was intense, with Holloway coming off a dominant win over Aldo. The fight itself was a striking battle, with McGregor edging out Holloway through tactical adjustments, ultimately winning by decision but showing signs of fatigue due to the weight cut.

How did McGregor's rematch with Dustin Poirier play out compared to their first fight?

In the rematch, McGregor was more focused and patient, baiting Poirier into throwing a combo that McGregor countered with his left hand, knocking Poirier out cold. This was a repeat of their first fight, but with a more mature, tactical approach from McGregor.

What made Khabib Nurmagomedov such a dangerous opponent for McGregor?

Khabib's grappling and relentless pressure made him a formidable challenge for McGregor. In this timeline, Khabib dominated McGregor on the ground, landing takedowns and eventually securing a submission victory via kimura in the fourth round.

How did McGregor handle his defeat against Khabib and what led to his temporary retirement?

After the loss to Khabib, McGregor announced a brief retirement, citing a need to reassess his career and take time to enjoy the wealth and family life he had built. He acknowledged the mental and physical toll of his career and wanted to take a step back.

What was the significance of McGregor's return to MMA after his break, and how did he perform?

McGregor's return to MMA after his break was marked by a new sense of focus and respect. He faced Michael Chandler for the lightweight title, showcasing his improved technique and accuracy, eventually winning by TKO in the first round.

What was McGregor's ultimate decision after winning the lightweight title from Michael Chandler?

After winning the lightweight title, McGregor reflected on his achievements and decided to retire from MMA for good. He felt he had done everything he set out to do, securing his legacy and ensuring his family's future, and chose to retire on top.