Sean O’Malley, a popular UFC bantamweight fighter, has shared his reaction to Marcus McGhee stepping in on just three days’ notice to fight him at UFC Vegas 72.
O’Malley, who has gained a significant following for his flashy style and impressive striking, was originally scheduled to fight Louis Smolka at the event. However, Smolka was forced to withdraw due to injury, leaving O’Malley without an opponent. McGhee, a relative newcomer to the UFC, stepped up to take the fight on short notice.
When asked about McGhee taking the fight, O’Malley simply replied with a single word: “Respect.” Many fans and analysts have praised both fighters for their willingness to take on the challenge of a short-notice fight, and the matchup between O’Malley and McGhee is expected to be an exciting one.
Overall, the UFC community continues to be impressed by the dedication and resilience shown by fighters like O’Malley and McGhee, who are willing to step up and take on tough opponents even on short notice.
