Luke Rockhold said he is intrigued by Conor McGregor’s rise Luke Rockhold said he is intrigued by Conor McGregor’s rise

Has UFC middleweight champion Luke Rockhold warmed to the 'Notorious' Conor McGregor?

Ahead of McGregor's fight with Nate Diaz, Sky Sports reminded Rockhold of his run-ins with the brash Irishman. Rockhold admits there is "respect" but what does he think of McGregor vs Diaz?

Watch the video at the top of this page to hear Rockhold's view on the rise of McGregor and his chances against Diaz.