Conor McGregor's 18-month suspension slammed as 'just not right' by ex-UFC star
Conor McGregor's controversial suspension from the UFC has sparked criticism from a seasoned fighter, raising questions about fairness and potential conflicts of interest.
With McGregor set to return for the highly anticipated UFC White House card, an 18-month retroactive suspension has been imposed due to his failure to report his whereabouts for random drug testing on three separate occasions. This has led to concerns about the timing and implications of the ban.
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Matt Brown criticizes the unfairness of McGregor's suspension
Despite his social media silence regarding the suspension, McGregor remains determined to compete on the White House lawn next year. However, former welterweight Matt Brown expresses skepticism about the UFC's relationship with CSAD and the potential conflict of interest it may create.
Brown suggests that the UFC's control over doping could lead to concerns about fairness in McGregor's upcoming fights. He questions whether the organization might be allowing certain fighters to use performance-enhancing drugs without consequences.
"UFC controls the doping," Brown stated on The Fighter vs. The Writer. "Who's to say they're not letting certain people dope and not even saying anything? They could absolutely be doing it and just not saying anything."
Brown further emphasizes the potential impact on McGregor's opponents, suggesting that they might feel pressured or disadvantaged. "Whoever’s fighting Conor, are they not going to be like, 'What the f—?'" he exclaimed. "He knows what’s happening."
Brown's own history with McGregor
Having officially retired from the octagon last summer, Brown, a former top welterweight contender, has been engaged in a long-standing rivalry with McGregor, a two-weight champion. He achieved a notable knockout victory over Court McGee the previous year, sharing the record for the most knockouts in Octagon history with Derrick Lewis, amassing 13 knockouts.
Brown offered McGregor the opportunity to break this record in a unique pairing, showcasing the competitive nature of the sport.
