Conor McGregor Announces Plans for Boxing Exhibition Against Logan Paul in India
Former UFC champion Conor McGregor has revealed plans to face American social media influencer-turned-boxer Logan Paul in an exhibition boxing match. Sharing the news on social media platform X, McGregor stated that discussions are underway with the family of billionaire industrialist Mukesh Ambani to host the event in India.
“I am in preliminary agreements with the Ambani family to face Logan Paul in India. I have agreed,” McGregor tweeted.
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The announcement quashed rumors of a potential fight between McGregor and UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria. Addressing the speculation, McGregor made it clear that his focus is on the boxing exhibition, while Topuria dismissed the idea entirely, writing on social media, “The rumors of a bout with mchicken are false.”
Once one of the biggest stars in UFC, McGregor has faced challenges in recent years, including a leg injury during his July 2021 fight with Dustin Poirier. Earlier this year, the 36-year-old withdrew from a scheduled UFC 303 fight against Michael Chandler, citing a broken toe.
Logan Paul, known for transitioning from YouTube to boxing, has gained attention for his high-profile matches, including an exhibition bout against retired boxing legend Floyd Mayweather in 2021. While more spectacle than competition, the event showcased Paul’s growing presence in combat sports. His brother, Jake Paul, has also become a prominent figure in the boxing world, with his recent match against former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson garnering significant global attention.
If finalized, the McGregor vs. Paul fight could be a groundbreaking event in India, combining McGregor’s combat sports legacy with Paul’s entertainment-driven boxing style. For McGregor, it offers an opportunity to remain in the spotlight, while Paul continues to cement his place in the combat sports arena. Fans are eagerly awaiting further updates on what promises to be a headline-making clash.
