Former UFC lightweight champion Rafael dos Anjos has issued a challenge to recently retired former two-division champion Conor McGregor.<\/p>\n
The Irish superstar announced his retirement from the sport shortly after the conclusion of last weekend’s UFC 250 broadcast.<\/p>\n
McGregor’s announcement sent shockwaves throughout the MMA universe, which resulted in my pro fighters sharing their respective reactions<\/a> to Conor’s third career retirement.<\/p>\n Conor McGregor’s decision to walk away from fighting comes shortly after fellow UFC stars Jon Jones and Jorge Masvidal asked to be released by the promotion<\/a>. ‘Bones’ and ‘Gamebred’ each cited unreasonable negotiation tactics by the UFC as a result for their unhappiness.<\/p>\n While Conor McGregor already appears to be enjoying his retirement, a former rival wants to settle a previous beef before the Irishman hangs up the gloves for good.<\/p>\n Former UFC lightweight champion Rafael dos Anjos took to Twitter where he challenged McGregor to a fight at 155, 165 or 170lbs.<\/p>\n Let\u2019s do it @TheNotoriousMMA<\/a> if you\u2019re looking for a fight I\u2019m the guy. 155,165 or 170 you know I\u2019m always game. Fuck this retirement shit. @danawhite<\/a> @seanshelby<\/a> @ChaelSonnen<\/a> @ufc<\/a><\/p>\n — Rafael dos Anjos (@RdosAnjosMMA) June 12, 2020<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n