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Conor McGregor has continued his tradition of inserting himself into the conversation after UFC pay-per-view events, this time calling for a lightweight title shot.
Former two division champ McGregor (22-6) had already mocked Dustin Poirier in the immediate aftermath of Saturday night’s UFC 269 extravaganza, with his heated rival getting submitted by Charles Oliveira in the main event.
Now “The Notorious” wants a crack at the Brazilian champ’s belt – despite being on a two-fight skid after back-to-back defeats by “The Diamond” Poirier.
“So what date am I fighting Oliveira?” McGregor tweeted to his nine million Twitter followers on Monday.

🇮🇪 vs 🇧🇷 2
— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) December 13, 2021

The Irishman also invoked his victory over another Brazilian champion – Jose Aldo – almost six years ago to the day, when he became undisputed UFC featherweight king.
For good measure, McGregor posted a picture of himself wearing a replica of the new UFC belt design – in front of a giant poster depicting his greatest triumph, when he became the promotion’s first double champ after capturing the lightweight title from Eddie Alvarez in November 2016.

pic.twitter.com/f7YbLfN5Tx
— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) December 13, 2021

McGregor is highly unlikely to get his wish, however, with UFC president Dana White seeming to confirm Justin Gaethje is next in line in the 155-pound division.
“Yeah, it makes sense,” White said, when asked at the weekend’s post-event press conference if Gaethje will get the title shot.


Oliveira himself also seemed to be anticipating a showdown with “The Highlight” when asked by the media at T-Mobile Arena.
Gaethje showed Oliveira respect when they ran into each other backstage after the fight, taking a different tone after questioning his “heart” in the build-up – something which had irked the Brazilian.

“Listen I don’t care. I come here and I do it,” Oliveira said, when asked if the rivalry was personal.
“I’m not on Twitter, I’m not on Facebook trying to show people what’s going on. I’m here, I’m the champion, I have this belt.
“I’m going to keep defending it. I don’t care what people say, I’m gonna do me.”


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UFC: Conor McGregor calls for Charles Oliveira title fight – but Dana White has other ideas

Conor McGregor walks in the Octagon before his lightweight bought against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264. Photo: AFP

Charles Oliveira celebrates his victory by submission against Dustin Poirier at UFC 269. Photo: Stephen R Sylvanie/USA TODAY Sports

UFC 269: Dana White admits ‘we need to pay’ Sean O’Malley, who insists he’s in the ‘fight business – not the fight game’

Sean O’Malley reacts in his bantamweight fight against Raulian Paiva at UFC 269. Photo: Carmen Mandato/Getty Images/AFP

Sean O’Malley runs off after finishing Raulian Paiva in their bantamweight bout at UFC 269. Photo: AP/Chase Stevens

UFC 269: Sean O’Malley blasts Daniel Cormier for ‘stupid’ commentary – ‘what’s your fight IQ?’

Sean O’Malley prepares to enter the Octagon for his bantamweight bout against Raulian Paiva at UFC 269. Photo: AP/Chase Stevens

Sean O’Malley looks on before his bantamweight fight against Raulian Paiva. Photo: Carmen Mandato/Getty Images/AFP

UFC 269: Dana White explains why Michael Chiesa was dragged away by police after Julianna Pena win

Julianna Pena celebrates her victory by submission against Amanda Nunes at UFC 269. Photo: Stephen R Sylvanie/USA TODAY Sports

UFC 269: Dustin Poirier offers Charles Oliveira US$20,000 donation to help his favela despite loss

Charles Oliveira (left) and Dustin Poirier shake hands during the UFC 269 press conference. Photo: Carmen Mandato/Getty Images/AFP

Charles Oliveira celebrates after defeating Dustin Poirier to defend his lightweight title at UFC 269. Photo: Carmen Mandato/Getty Images/AFP

UFC 269: Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz mock Dustin Poirier after Charles Oliveira loss – ‘he sucks’

Charles Oliveira moves in with a hit against Dustin Poirier at UFC 269. Photo: Stephen R Sylvanie/USA TODAY Sports

Conor McGregor holds his leg after suffering an injury against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264. Photo: Gary A Vasquez/USA TODAY Sports

Charles Oliveira pins Dustin Poirier to the mat. Photo: Stephen R Sylvanie/USA TODAY Sports

Nate Diaz prepares to fight Leon Edwards at UFC 263. Photo: Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC

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‘The Notorious’ wants the next crack at UFC lightweight belt after Brazilian submitted Dustin Poirier
UFC president White says former interim champ Justin Gaethje ‘makes sense’ for ‘Do Bronx’, however



‘The Notorious’ wants the next crack at the Brazilian’s lightweight championship – but UFC president Dana White seems to have other ideas.


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UFC: Conor McGregor calls for Charles Oliveira title fight – but Dana White has other ideas

‘The Notorious’ wants the next crack at UFC lightweight belt after Brazilian submitted Dustin Poirier UFC president White says former interim champ Justin Gaethje ‘makes sense’ for ‘Do Bronx’, however

‘The Notorious’ wants the next crack at UFC lightweight belt after Brazilian submitted Dustin Poirier

UFC president White says former interim champ Justin Gaethje ‘makes sense’ for ‘Do Bronx’, however