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Zion Clark has taken the internet by storm after the legless MMA fighter won his debut match earlier in December. Now, it sounds like he’s catching some attention from at least one UFC superstar.
Conor McGregor enters the chat and shares his thoughts on Clark’s MMA debut.
According to ESPN MMA, McGregor gave Zion Clark ultimate praise. It appears Conor McGregor is impressed with Clark’s skills in the cage and clearly can’t wait to see what’s in store for his future.
In addition to McGregor’s kind words, Clark responds with gratitude. He also spills the beans that he’s a former All-American and D1 wrestler.
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It’s not every day Conor McGregor gives props to other fighters. Usually, he’s out here roasting everybody in sight. Regardless, it’s cool to see this side of McGregor for once. Especially for Zion Clark who is starting to make a name for himself in his own right. Here is a quick glimpse of Clark’s debut in the cage.
Zion Clark won his MMA debut tonight via UD.
Absolute legend! What a takedown. pic.twitter.com/G8Z5a0Q3af
— Spinnin Backfist (@SpinninBackfist) December 18, 2022
Not only did he participate in an MMA fight, but Clark won the bout by unanimous decision. No wonder he caught Conor McGregor’s attention.
True Inspiration @bigz97 ⚡️
ZION CLARK WINS VIA UNANIMOUS DECISION 👏🏼👏🏼
(via @ajmckee101) pic.twitter.com/F1G8QLLgAG
— betr ⚡️Combat (@betrcombat) December 18, 2022
We’ll see what’s in store for Zion Clark down the road. He’s likely to take on another fight in the octagon which should be as equally exciting. Meanwhile, we still await Conor McGregor’s return to the UFC.