Jake Paul, known for his controversial boxing matches, has publicly challenged MMA icon Conor McGregor, reigniting their long-standing rivalry. Paul tweeted, “Dear Conor, I know you told my team you would fight me at 170lbs. That's never happening. But let's run it in MMA. No weight class. Just like how it used to be done. But you won't.” Paul’s callout followed his polarizing victory over 58-year-old Mike Tyson, which drew criticism from fans.
McGregor, renowned for his quick wit, responded with a humorous jab at Paul. The former UFC champion tweeted, “Nakisa already rang me, lad, it’s this guy next for you. Good luck pal,” attaching a photo of 82-year-old Senator Mitch McConnell. The post mocked Paul’s history of selecting older opponents, aligning McConnell as a metaphorical stand-in for Paul’s next bout.
Despite McGregor’s humorous dismissal, his future in professional fighting remains uncertain. McGregor has not entered the octagon in three years, and a highly anticipated match against Michael Chandler was canceled last year. Speculation about his return continues, with UFC President Dana White suggesting McGregor might fight in 2025. However, fans remain skeptical due to the lack of concrete details.
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