Conor McGregor and Paul Hughes Clash Over Irish Identity and Khabib Alliance

Paul Hughes' comments about Conor McGregor spark a feud while Khabib Nurmagomedov praises Hughes after a close fight with Usman Nurmagomedov.

Paul Hughes' post-fight comments, including 'I’m not like this other guy,' directed at Conor McGregor, triggered a heated exchange between the two Irish MMA fighters.
Conor McGregor criticized Hughes for associating with Khabib Nurmagomedov, calling him a 'weasel' and questioning his Irish identity in a series of deleted tweets.
Khabib Nurmagomedov extended an invitation to Hughes and his team to visit Dagestan, which Hughes accepted with the condition of a rematch against Usman Nurmagomedov.
Usman Nurmagomedov narrowly defeated Hughes in a majority decision at PFL: Road to Dubai, with his team citing injuries and illness as factors in his performance.
Despite the feud, Hughes continues to express respect for McGregor's career achievements, while McGregor faces ongoing scrutiny over his public behavior and legal troubles.