Conor McGregor says Katie Taylor is ‘faster’ and ‘more skilled’ than Chantelle Cameron

Conor McGregor described Katie Taylor as a “semi-automatic pistol” that continues to fire “missiles from the room” during an exclusive interview with Mail Sport ahead of her highly anticipated title fight tonight.

Taylor will aim to become an undisputed world champion in a second weight category on her return home to Ireland when she challenges Chantelle Cameron tonight in Dublin.

McGregor has backed Taylor to win the fight, stating that she is “faster” and “more skilled” than her British opponent. However, the MMA star did admit that things would be tough given Cameron’s credentials.

Nevertheless, McGregor is confident in Taylor’s abilities, saying she is an “exciting” fighter who was “born and raised” to box, before stating that Taylor is a “ferocious” athlete who transforms into a “different person” once she one foot in the ring.

McGregor – who was flown in especially for the fight – continued voicing his enthusiasm for the atmosphere tonight, claiming that the first undisputed vs undisputed title fight will ‘break the decimals’ at Dublin’s 3Arena.

McGregor sat down with Mail Sport (above) to discuss the Irish boxer’s homecoming

Taylor will put her undefeated record on the line when she faces Chantelle Cameron tonight

In an exclusive conversation with Mail Sport, McGregor said, “Her shots are like a semi-automatic pistol. That’s how she shoots. They are missiles out of the room. She has an unlimited clip. They just keep coming and coming and coming.

“The engine is unlimited. She is an exciting fighter to watch. I saw her for the first time when I went to look at her, it was like looking at a holy angel. I saw her walk into the ring and she became a completely different person.

‘She was furious. This lady is real. Everyone thinks she’s sweet and timid, but in the ring she’s far from sweet and timid. She stands by her beliefs and values ​​and comes out flying. She is a fighter, born and raised. We’re with her all the way.’

McGregor went on to talk about the pre-fight atmosphere in Ireland and the reception Taylor will receive at 3Arena tonight.

The MMA star told Mail Sport: ‘The sound [in the 3Arena] will break the decimals. You know, at a rock concert and they’re checking the sound levels, well this is going to break the decimals.

“She’s a professional though, so she can handle it. I’m looking forward to it, it’s going to be crazy. Katie’s got this, she’s got experience, she’s calm and when the bell rings she knows what to do.’

Taylor will put her undefeated record on the line and become a twoweight champion when she faces the British star in Dublin tonight.

McGregor says Taylor (left) is ‘faster’ and ‘more skilled’ than her British opponent (right)

The MMA stars have also said Taylor’s fight will ‘break the decimals’ at Dublin’s 3Arena

Cameron – who holds the WBC title since 2020; the titles IBF and Ring Magazine since 2021; and the WBA and WBO titles since November 2022 – will be a tough opponent for Katie.

However, McGregor has backed Taylor to get the job done, claiming the Bray Bomber is “faster” and “more capable” than its British opponent.

McGregor said, “She [Katie Taylor] wins, she wins. But you know, she’s getting heavier and heavier. She faces a taller woman in her chance to become a two-division world champion. So it will be a tough battle.

“Having said that, I think Katie has better skills, I think she’s faster and has beaten her before in the amateur ranks. I know that’s very different from the pro ranks, but it’s something that needs to be said. I’m sure she’s doing the business.’