Islam Makhachev is not afraid to take on the Irishman in his own arena after Zuffa Boxing floated a potential boxing matchup.<\/p>\n
Less than a month ago, Islam Makhachev <\/a>retained his crown against Ian Machado Garry<\/a> in an intense 25-minute sprint. Beyond the Dagestani’s notorious wrestling, fans also saw a glimpse of Makhachev’s striking abilities. However, the undisputed welterweight champion believes he has the hands to take on Conor McGregor<\/a>, as well.<\/p>\n Islam Makhachev Disregards the ‘Notorious’<\/p>\n Zuffa Boxing co-founder Turki Alalshikh recently set up a call between the two UFC <\/a>legends in hopes of a potential boxing contest. While Dana White laughed that idea off, the P4P best fighter trusts his odds against McGregor if the bout happens to be.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u201cWell, if I say he\u2019s not dangerous at all, that would be wrong,\u201d Makhachev told Ushatayka, downplaying exactly what makes the ‘Notorious’ so dangerous.\u00a0<\/p>\n Elaborating further, Khabib Nurmagomedov’s protege claimed McGregor would only be a threat for 3 minutes.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u201cHe\u2019s dangerous, yes, in the first round. But after that, I don\u2019t think he has much of a chance,\u201d Makhachev concluded.\u00a0<\/p>\n \ud83e\udd4a\ud83d\udc40 Islam Makhachev admits Conor McGregor would be dangerous in round one if they boxed, but not dangerous after that:<\/p>\n \u201cWell, if I say he\u2019s not dangerous at all, I would be wrong. He\u2019s dangerous, yes in the first round. But, after that I don\u2019t think he has much of a chance.\u201d\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/TemXevSIiN<\/a><\/p>\n