McGregor Mocks Topuria After Dvalishvili Brawl

Conor McGregor took a shot at Ilia Topuria after Merab Dvalishvili and Usman Nurmagomedov came to blows in an Abu Dhabi hotel lobby.

The Irish star, still recovering from the leg injury that ended his UFC 329 bout with Max Holloway seconds after the opening bell, posted on Instagram mocking the former lightweight champion after the brawl went viral. According to BJ Penn, McGregor's post hinted Topuria might seek revenge on Dvalishvili for the altercation with his close friend.

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McGregor References Infamous Bus Attack In Topuria Jab

McGregor's social media dig appeared to reference his own 2019 dolly-throwing incident, when he attacked a bus carrying Khabib Nurmagomedov and other fighters ahead of UFC 223 in New York. The Irishman has long-standing beef with the Nurmagomedov camp, and his latest post suggested Topuria was copying his notorious tactics. The Georgian fighter has faced repeated accusations of mimicking McGregor's persona both inside and outside the cage.

Dvalishvili and Usman were in Abu Dhabi for separate events during UFC 334 fight week when the clash erupted. While the exact cause remains unclear, Dvalishvili's rivalry with Usman's brother Umar likely played a role. Topuria and Dvalishvili are both Georgian and maintain a close relationship.

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McGregor is targeting a 2027 return to the octagon for one final fight. Topuria has not competed since dropping a decision to Justin Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250 earlier this year.

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• BJPenn — Conor McGregor mocks top UFC star after Merab Dvalishvili/Usman Nurmagomedov brawl