Khabib is the one giving the orders these days.
Ahead of The Eagle’s highly anticipated clash with Ferguson at UFC 249, manager Ali Abdelaziz reiterated that Khabib is unwilling to simply grant McGregor another title shot unless he can beat a worthy opponent.
Specifically, Abdelaziz says Conor needs to defeat Lightweight contender Justin Gaethje.
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But of course Khabib needs to win too.
McGregor’s people better get on the phone to set up the fight with Justin Gaethje.
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