Imagine this: Your friend, a world-renowned athlete, is about to step into the arena, but you know something's seriously wrong. Would you let them fight? Joe Rogan, it seems, would have pulled Conor McGregor from a pivotal UFC fight, believing it was a massive mistake.
Conor McGregor's journey in the world of mixed martial arts and the UFC has been nothing short of a rollercoaster. From his electrifying 13-second knockout of Jose Aldo to becoming the first simultaneous UFC double champion, 'The Notorious' has consistently captured the attention of MMA fans. But it hasn't all been glory; his career has also seen its share of setbacks and controversies, including a highly publicized bus attack and other headline-grabbing antics.
But here's where it gets controversial... The most recent memory fans have of McGregor in the Octagon is the gruesome leg break he suffered against Dustin Poirier in 2021. If Joe Rogan had been in McGregor's inner circle, that fight might never have happened.
During a recent episode of his JRE MMA Show, Rogan discussed the injury McGregor sustained at UFC 264. He highlighted McGregor's claim of having multiple stress fractures in his left shin before the fight in July 2021. Rogan stated that, as a friend, he would have advised McGregor against fighting that night in Las Vegas. He emphasized the severity of the situation, noting that the shin didn't even break in the typical way, indicating how compromised it was.
And this is the part most people miss... McGregor's injury, according to Rogan, was so significant that the fight should have been called off. Rogan's perspective raises a critical question: Should fighters prioritize their health above all else, even if it means missing out on a major opportunity?
Over four years later, McGregor is still eyeing a return to the Octagon. He's aiming for the UFC White House event next June and has even hinted at pursuing a third divisional title. This begs the question: Will McGregor's ambition lead him down a path that Rogan might again advise against?
What do you think? Do you agree with Joe Rogan's assessment of the situation? Would you have advised McGregor to pull out of the fight? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Let's get a discussion going! What other iconic UFC moments stand out to you?
