January 18, 2020; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Conor McGregor during UFC 246 at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

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The Conor McGregor Shenanigans – ‘The Notorious’ Accuses The UFC For Not Allowing His Fight With Logan Paul To Happen

Conor McGregor accuses the UFC of preventing his fight with Logan Paul from happening—read more about his claims!

January 18, 2020; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Conor McGregor during UFC 246 at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Few names spark as much excitement and controversy as Conor McGregor. The Irish fighter’s journey has been a rollercoaster of ups and downs with unexpected twists. ‘The Notorious’ fighting career has been anything but straightforward since his last UFC appearance in 2021.

After suffering a devastating leg fracture in a loss to Dustin Poirier, the former two-division champion has been largely absent from the octagon.

Conor McGregor appeared to break his leg in round 1 pic.twitter.com/k27Ry9JFMq
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) July 11, 2021

His planned return at UFC 303 was derailed by a foot injury, leaving fans and fighters alike wondering about his future. Recently, he found himself at the center of another potential blockbuster fight that seemingly slipped through his fingers: a crossover bout with social media star Logan Paul.

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Conor McGregor Reveals Truth Behind Cancellation Of Logan Paul Fight

Although not that athletically competitive (compared to him vs. Poirier or Khabib Nurmagomedov), this matchup promised entertainment, controversy, and significant financial potential. In a candid interview with The Schmo, McGregor revealed the behind-the-scenes drama, squarely blaming the UFC for blocking what he considered a perfect business opportunity.

“The UFC just aren’t into it. The offer was there on the table in writing … both [Paul and I] are under the TKO banner. UFC and WWE, both rising up. You know, the stock price of TKO Holding Ground [is] through the roof. New market in India opened up and booming. It was business savvy and business sense to make the fight happen. Or should I say – the glorified spar happen.”

The proposed exhibition fight seemed like a strategic move for Conor McGregor. With his competitive record showing just one win in his last four fights, the crossover bout could have been a chance to reignite public interest.

The Irishman saw the potential match as more than just a fight – it was a business opportunity tied to the rising stock of TKO Holdings and the expanding market, particularly in India.

McGregor’s frustration is palpable, especially given his recent challenges. Since his leg injury in 2021, he’s struggled to maintain the dominant position he once held in the UFC. His last professional boxing experience, a loss to Floyd Mayweather Jr. in 2017 – remains a significant moment in his combat sports career.

The Logan Paul fight would have been his second boxing venture, potentially offering a chance to redefine his athletic narrative.

The cancellation of this fight raises interesting questions about Conor McGregor’s future and the UFC’s strategy. While McGregor believes the UFC wasn’t interested, the true reasons remain unclear. Is it a matter of protecting their star’s image, concerns about the exhibition’s legitimacy, or simply internal politics? Probably no one will know.

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