It seems that Conor McGregor might meet KSI, and never Logan Paul, within the boxing ring subsequent.
‘The Infamous’ hasn’t been seen in fight sports activities since a stoppage loss to Dustin Poirier in July 2021. As followers probably recall, Conor McGregor broke his leg within the last seconds of the primary spherical of that trilogy bout. Whereas the Irishman promised a return to preventing by the top of 2022, that by no means got here. As an alternative, McGregor has sat on the sidelines.
In that point, the previous two-weight UFC champion has discovered himself in a number of controversies. Late final yr, Conor McGregor was discovered chargeable for sexually assaulting Nikita Hand in late 2018 and pays $250,000 in damages, and over $1 million in courtroom charges. Within the days after the decision, ‘The Infamous’ promised a swift return to preventing.
Late final month, rumors emerged a couple of potential Conor McGregor vs. Logan Paul exhibition. For his half, the UFC star gave credence to the stories, confirming that he was in discussions to face ‘The Maverick’ in India. Whereas the older Paul isn’t as skilled as his brother Jake, he nonetheless holds a 1-1 report in skilled boxing.
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No extra Logan Paul vs Conor McGregor boxing match? 👀 pic.twitter.com/wgCneT72NF
— Completely happy Punch (@HappyPunch) January 7, 2025
Not rumoured. I’m very down https://t.co/7YU5EIpOMu
— ksi (@KSI) January 8, 2025
KSI reportedly enters talks to face Conor McGregor within the boxing ring amid Logan Paul rumors
Nevertheless, it appears that evidently Conor McGregor vs. Logan Paul won’t be taking place in spite of everything. Earlier this week, the influencer-turned-wrestler said that he’s now a full-time performer within the WWE. Given the notoriously brutal schedule of the skilled wrestling large, the feedback appear to solid doubt on a boxing match with McGregor.
Nevertheless, YouTuber-turned-boxer KSI has now entered the dialogue. Extensively thought of the perfect influencer boxer behind Jake Paul, ‘The Nightmare’ took to X earlier in the present day. In a quick publish, the British star confirmed that he was fascinated by dealing with Conor McGregor, stating that he’s all the way down to make the combat occur.
For what it’s value, ‘The Infamous’ has known as out KSI on a number of events prior to now. As lately as October, Conor McGregor has known as for a boxing match reverse the YouTuber. Whereas the previous UFC champion hasn’t responded to the Brit publically, it’s clear he presently has his sights set on a return to the boxing ring.
What do you make of this boxing information? Do you will have any curiosity in Conor McGregor vs. KSI?
