Conor McGregor has backed rising Irish UFC star Ian Garry to follow in his footsteps and become the next world champion from his home nation.
The Dublin duo have a clear mutual respect, with Garry noting that it was staying up through the night to watch McGregor's Las Vegas and New York triumphs during his heyday that inspired him to go into the sport. And having landed himself the No.13 spot in the welterweight rankings with a stunning knockout of Daniel Rodriguez last weekend, the sky appears the limit for the youngster.
Speaking with Mirror Fighting yesterday (Friday) at The Black Forge Inn, his South Dublin hotspot, McGregor confirmed that he believes Garry will become UFC champion; the first from Ireland since his two wins at featherweight and lightweight. Both men are now competing in the welterweight division, with the former champion making his comeback this December against Michael Chandler.
