YouTuber, influencer, and now pay-per-view boxing star Jake Paul has shocked the competitive fighting scene with his controversial matches and inflammatory challenges. Yet the attention Paul has drawn to his boxing and other endeavors is undeniable. That's why when Paul started targeting former UFC champion Conor McGregor hoping to stir the fighter's well-known aggressive tendencies, fight fans paid attention. McGregor has now responded to questions regarding a potential match with the YouTuber, perhaps lowering expectations in the process.
Speaking with Mirror Fighting, McGregor was asked directly if he was considering Jake Paul for a future opponent. McGregor dismissively shook his head at first, before ultimately responding, «Eh, who knows? Never say never.» The question came following questions regarding McGregor making a comeback soon and whether he had any opponents in mind. McGregor didn't confirm either way, saying that he'll have to see what happens. There is no official word that McGregor has plans for his next match, whether in MMA or boxing, at this point in time.
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McGregor's most recent fight was against Dustin Poirier, a grudge match following months of serious threats and insults between the two men. McGregor lost the match after suffering a disturbing leg break in the first round, a conclusion no one was happy with. McGregor has spent the past seven months recuperating from the devastating injury and evaluating what's next for his career. The fighter currently has two fights left on his contract at UFC and would have his pick of potential challengers.
Jake Paul's boxing match offer is just one option open to McGregor for his comeback. On one hand, stooping to boxing an
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