Mixed martial arts (MMA) superstar Conor McGregor burst into the news cycle with the declaration of his next big move on a social media update. Surprisingly, McGregor disclosed that his next appearance won’t be in the iconic UFC octagon, but instead will be in a boxing ring, squaring off against Logan Paul. The prospect of McGregor’s revival in MMA was something fans were eagerly awaiting, however, it appears to materialize as an exhibition boxing event.
In an unexpected twist, Jake Paul disclosed that McGregor and his crew have been in discussions regarding a potential fight with him. On a specific date, known as X, McGregor dismissed any speculation about an impending fight with Ilia Topuria, stating such claims as erroneous. He also hinted at preliminary arrangements being settled with the Ambani family for an exhibition boxing match with Logan Paul to be hosted in India.
While discussing his UFC comeback, McGregor elaborated that his plans incorporate a return to the Octagon, but only subsequent to the boxing exhibition. Concurrently, Paul declared that efforts from McGregor’s contingent to solicit Most Valifiable Promotions (MVP) have been ongoing in order to initiate a negotiation for a bout. Jake brought this matter to light, asserting he will entertain a match with McGregor, in boxing or MMA, only under the direct involvement or authorization from Dana White or the UFC.
On a particular date, referred to as X, The Problem Child expressed his stance vis-a-vis McGregor and his management’s efforts, saying: ‘The reasoning behind McGregor & his team’s fervent attempts to negotiate a fight through MVP, directly implicating us, is now crystal clear. As we informed them privately, and as I’m declaring publicly now. We may consider a professional boxing/MMA fight with McGregor only if Dana White/UFC are officially involved in the negotiation or explicitly approve it. Conor is no longer at his best. He requires the Pauls. Logan, on his part, can dictate the rules of engagement.’
During a recent update on date X, Conor McGregor refuted rumors propagating the likelihood of a fight with Topuria, a claim corroborated by Topuria himself, who affirmed that no such discussions were in process. The reigning featherweight champion proceeded to mock and satirize McGregor, asserting that the rumors about the potential bout were unfounded and took the opportunity to strike a crude blow at McGregor’s legal troubles in relation to a sexual assault charge.
On a precise date, referred to as X, ‘El Matador’ made his stance clear by writing that, ‘The rumors about a possible fight with mchicken are baseless. I don’t entertain the idea of fighting nor have any interest in engaging in a fight with someone accused of sexual assault.’ The pronouncement of Conor McGregor’s comeback so far rests solely on the statements made by The Notorious himself. An official confirmation is yet to materialize.
The anticipation amongst fans of combat sports is palpable as they await a more concrete announcement from the promotional entities, regarding the much-discussed return of McGregor to the ring or the octagon.