Die-hard UFC fans have been counting down the days for the much-anticipated return of their beloved superstar. It’s been two-year since Conor McGregor was absent from the company due to the leg injury that came in the clash with Dustin Poirier. Meanwhile, the Irish fighter is now gearing up for an epic comeback that has the entire sports world buzzing. Amidst the excitement, there’s also a significant chatter surrounding another topic: McGregor’s potential bare-knuckle showdown against KSI. Let’s see if will it really happen.
Is the Conor McGregor vs KSI Showdown Actually in the Works?
Following Anthony Joshua’s victorious bout against Robert Helenius, Conor McGregor made his way to the ring to extend his congratulations and appreciation to both fighters. Taking everyone by surprise, McGregor then shifted his focus towards KSI, who happened to be in the crowd.
Issuing a bold challenge, McGregor boldly declared, “I know your man KSI is in the crowd, yeah? And he couldn’t box eggs if he worked in an egg boxing factory. So if he wants to get in here, I’ll give him a final — bareknuckle if he want.” The statement ignited a wave of excitement among the audience, who eagerly anticipated the possibility of a showdown between McGregor and KSI.
In response, KSI took to Twitter, writing, “Lmao just seen this. Jake Paul must be crying that I’ve got Conor on my d*** already and I didn’t even have to fight an MMA fighter.“
Whether it will come to fruition remains to be seen, but signs are pointing in that direction. McGregor’s history of issuing challenges and even making retirement announcements that didn’t materialize is well-known; it’s just classic McGregor behavior. Considering his imminent UFC return and upcoming fight, there’s a greater chance of this happening after a considerable period. His contact with the UFC will also play a role in making it happen.
