UFC 242: Just a Stepping Stone for McGregor vs Khabib Rematch?

UFC 242 is just two weeks away and excitement is at an all-time high! While the main event of UFC 242 in itself is quite interesting, the result of this match could spark off what is to be the greatest rematch in company history. Conor McGregor vs Khabib Nurmagomedov II is what is going to be the biggest fight ever in UFC!

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However, a loss for Khabib might mean McGregor going after Poirier for the title. This is going to be an interesting fight from all angles – and is going to set up some future fights.

Mcgregor vs khabib part 2 this year!!!🔥🔥 #Khabib

— Matt Aguiar (@mattaguiar53) August 22, 2019

Who is Expected to win Khabib vs Poirier at UFC 242?

As of this writing, it is very tough to say who is going to win this match. Khabib vs Poirier is going to be something of a roller-coaster ride where both the men are absolute beasts. Khabib’s impressive 27-0 streak is at stake and the Russian isn’t going to give up easily.

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Poirier, too, has been on quite an impressive roll of late. Having defeated the who’s who of the lightweight division, Khabib vs Poirier, despite being just a stepping stone for McGregor vs Khabib, is still worthy of the match-of-the-year award! Keep a close eye on this one – this is going to be quite a spectacle!

Conor McGregor tells @arielhelwani that he wants the world title bout with Khabib Nurmagomedov in his comeback. But says he won't wait around for him. Mentions Masvidal, Aldo, Gaethje, Ferguson, Holloway & more. Says he will fight anyone. @TheNotoriousMMA

— Seán Sheehan (@SeanSheehanBA) August 23, 2019

UFC 242 Will Set McGregor vs Khabib II

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Rumored for a really long time now, the two men are finally expected to fight each other around the time UFC 250 comes around. Dana White knows McGregor vs Khabib means money – and he will play his cards really well to ensure that this match indeed takes place. But first, Khabib needs to win at UFC 242! Stay tuned for more.

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