Conor McGregor, the former UFC champion, has teased the potential earnings that he and Logan Paul could rake in from a rumored boxing match. Speculation about a showdown between the two fighters has been swirling for a while now, with McGregor even addressing the rumors back in December.
In a recent social media post, McGregor dropped a bombshell by revealing that he is in discussions with the Ambani family to participate in a boxing exhibition against Logan Paul in India. Mukesh Ambani, the chairman of Reliance Industries, is said to be the mastermind behind this event, which could potentially be a huge money-making opportunity for both fighters.
While McGregor seemed open to the idea of the match, he also hinted at a possible return to the Octagon after facing off against Paul. On the other side, Paul, who is known for his bouts against KSI and Floyd Mayweather, has also expressed interest in stepping into the ring with McGregor, leading to some fiery exchanges between the two.
The buzz surrounding this potential bout has sent fans into a frenzy, especially after journalist Emmett Glenn dropped a bombshell about the fight potentially taking place at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, with a massive $250 million prize pool up for grabs. McGregor’s cryptic response with an Indian flag emoji has only fueled speculation about the event even more.
Reportedly part of India’s tourism campaign, the fight is said to have the backing of Anant Ambani, the son of Mukesh Ambani. Fans have taken to social media to share their excitement and predictions about what promises to be an epic showdown between McGregor and Paul.
McGregor’s most recent UFC fight ended in July 2021 with a TKO loss to Dustin Poirier due to a leg injury, while his last boxing match was back in August 2017 against Mayweather in Las Vegas.
With anticipation mounting for a potential McGregor vs. Paul clash, the sports world eagerly awaits further updates on what could be a groundbreaking boxing event with huge financial implications for both fighters.