Sean O’Malley open to stepping up to lightweight division for potential showdown with Conor McGregor

Bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley is setting his sights on big fights after his impressive victory at UFC 299. O’Malley, who avenged his only career loss to Marlon Vera, is now eyeing potential matchups with top contenders like Merab Dvalishvili and even featherweight champion Ilia Topuria.

But O’Malley’s ambitions don’t stop there. The “Sugar Show” has also expressed interest in facing top boxers like Ryan Garcia and Gervonta Davis. In a recent interview, O’Malley even entertained the idea of a matchup with former two-division champion Conor McGregor, despite the size difference.

While a fight with McGregor may be a longshot, O’Malley remains open to all possibilities. He acknowledges the challenges of facing tough opponents like Topuria and Holloway but finds the idea of facing boxers more appealing due to the different dynamics of the sport.

Despite the trash talk and teasing of potential matchups, O’Malley insists that there is no real beef with anyone. He appreciates the entertainment value of the build-up to fights and respects the skills of his potential opponents.

As O’Malley continues to seek out big fights and exciting challenges, fans can only speculate on what the future holds for the rising bantamweight star. Whether it’s in the octagon or the boxing ring, O’Malley is ready to take on all comers in his quest for greatness.