Claressa Shields thanked Conor McGregor for expanding his support ahead of her campaign in the world of mixed martial arts. The Boxing champion said she will use the advice of Notorious One and hopes to have a successful career in MMA.
In a recent interview with Betway Insider, the P1P No.1 female boxer thought of the words of wisdom given by former UFC winner Conor McGregor after she announced her move into MMA via media post social.
T-Rex also recognized Conor McGregor as one of the greats in the sport. However, she gave GOAT MMA status to former Heavyweight Winner and team player, Jon Jones.
“For me, Jon Jones is the GOAT in MMA, but Conor McGregor was once considered the GOAT and they are both good in themselves. I just feel like when Conor came out, I felt like in a way he really cares and wished me good luck and that was what I really appreciated. He didn’t have to give me any advice, it could have been seen and kept going but instead it was like, ‘I’m going to give this advice’, and it was really good.I took it, I’ll use it and hope that everything goes as it should, ”said Shields.
Claressa Shields battled Evana Habazin for the WBC and WBO Light Middleweight vacant title in January 2020 and won the fight through a unanimous decision. Shields signed a multiplayer contract with the Professional Fighters League in December last year and began training at the prestigious Jackson Wink MMA Academy in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Claressa Shields is expected to make her MMA debut in June 2021. Her contract with PFL allows T-Rex to compete within both the octagon and the boxing ring. . Shields will fight against Canadian Boxer Marie-Eve Dicaire on March 5, 2021.
Claressa Shields has a piece of advice for Conor McGregor
When asked if Conor McGregor can avenge his UFC 257 loss against Dustin Poirier, Claressa Shields shared her thoughts on how the Notorious One can avoid the kicks of the foot in the next round.
T-Rex believes McGregor needs to get out of the boxing frame of mind and make full use of his attractive arsenal to become the former creative fighter.
“I’d say he has to get out of a boxing mindset to win that fight. His front leg was too advanced, too much pressure on his leg, more like a boxer ‘s stand. back to getting light legs and (being) quick and explosive, using all his virtues, not just his punches, punches, kicks, knees, he needs to get back to being creative, “Shields said.