Great story how he started. Walked in the gym and said "I want to be a journeyman for some extra money" Taken on the pads and was told, you can't be a journeyman you're too good. British and Europeam champ by 23
'They said sorry, no professionals, I said, I'm NOT a professional, they said, well, you should be.'
McGregor has the third fight with Diaz to look forward to , that'll be a big money spinner.
Shame Diaz hasn't fought since the second one (which I thought he won) Conor also has Khabib or Ferguson to fight if he wanted to break a habit of a lifetime and defend a belt. More likely he'll step back in the ring to give Pauli one last decent pay day and another KO on his record. The difference in money between boxing and MMA would be very appealing to Conor.
Oh come on now, McGregor clearly won the 2nd fight. Granted he nearly lost it halfway through but I don't think it argued Nate won that. Seems if it can be arranged it will be Khabib in Russia next. That is a hell of a test for McGregor. I think the Ferguson fight would be more fun to watch but the intrigue and questions about Khabib would be fascinating.
McGregor has the third fight with Diaz to look forward to , that'll be a big money spinner.
Shame Diaz hasn't fought since the second one (which I thought he won) Conor also has Khabib or Ferguson to fight if he wanted to break a habit of a lifetime and defend a belt. More likely he'll step back in the ring to give Pauli one last decent pay day and another KO on his record. The difference in money between boxing and MMA would be very appealing to Conor.
Oh come on now, McGregor clearly won the 2nd fight. Granted he nearly lost it halfway through but I don't think it argued Nate won that. Seems if it can be arranged it will be Khabib in Russia next. That is a hell of a test for McGregor. I think the Ferguson fight would be more fun to watch but the intrigue and questions about Khabib would be fascinating.
You thought McGregor was going to beat Mayweather so I'll ignore your take on the Diaz fight!
Khabib in Russia is probably the biggest money fight in MMA for him but I think there's more money to be made in boxing.
Watched it through again last night as I missed the first four rounds.
Mayweather has either lost so much form or he was letting McGregor have a few rounds. I've never seen Mayweather throw such lame ducks in my life. This was a circus and Mayweather probably could have ended it much much earlier. McGregor cannot box for toffee.
McGregor has the third fight with Diaz to look forward to , that'll be a big money spinner.
Shame Diaz hasn't fought since the second one (which I thought he won) Conor also has Khabib or Ferguson to fight if he wanted to break a habit of a lifetime and defend a belt. More likely he'll step back in the ring to give Pauli one last decent pay day and another KO on his record. The difference in money between boxing and MMA would be very appealing to Conor.
Oh come on now, McGregor clearly won the 2nd fight. Granted he nearly lost it halfway through but I don't think it argued Nate won that. Seems if it can be arranged it will be Khabib in Russia next. That is a hell of a test for McGregor. I think the Ferguson fight would be more fun to watch but the intrigue and questions about Khabib would be fascinating.
You thought McGregor was going to beat Mayweather so I'll ignore your take on the Diaz fight!
Khabib in Russia is probably the biggest money fight in MMA for him but I think there's more money to be made in boxing.
Well I got enough bites with it so it was worth it.
Disagree, I think had he looked better then possibly but would a fight with Malinaggi make him more than Khabib? I very much doubt that. I think he still has a possible big 4 or 5 fights left in the UFC, Khabib, Ferguson, Holloway, Diaz and maybe whoever is WW title holder. I can see him wanting to be 3 weight champion.
McGregor has the third fight with Diaz to look forward to , that'll be a big money spinner.
Shame Diaz hasn't fought since the second one (which I thought he won) Conor also has Khabib or Ferguson to fight if he wanted to break a habit of a lifetime and defend a belt. More likely he'll step back in the ring to give Pauli one last decent pay day and another KO on his record. The difference in money between boxing and MMA would be very appealing to Conor.
Oh come on now, McGregor clearly won the 2nd fight. Granted he nearly lost it halfway through but I don't think it argued Nate won that. Seems if it can be arranged it will be Khabib in Russia next. That is a hell of a test for McGregor. I think the Ferguson fight would be more fun to watch but the intrigue and questions about Khabib would be fascinating.
You thought McGregor was going to beat Mayweather so I'll ignore your take on the Diaz fight!
Khabib in Russia is probably the biggest money fight in MMA for him but I think there's more money to be made in boxing.
Well I got enough bites with it so it was worth it.
Disagree, I think had he looked better then possibly but would a fight with Malinaggi make him more than Khabib? I very much doubt that. I think he still has a possible big 4 or 5 fights left in the UFC, Khabib, Ferguson, Holloway, Diaz and maybe whoever is WW title holder. I can see him wanting to be 3 weight champion.
He'd get crushed at WW, he's not even proven yet at LW. Personally I see him going back to the UFC and losing the LW belt.
McGregor has the third fight with Diaz to look forward to , that'll be a big money spinner.
Shame Diaz hasn't fought since the second one (which I thought he won) Conor also has Khabib or Ferguson to fight if he wanted to break a habit of a lifetime and defend a belt. More likely he'll step back in the ring to give Pauli one last decent pay day and another KO on his record. The difference in money between boxing and MMA would be very appealing to Conor.
Oh come on now, McGregor clearly won the 2nd fight. Granted he nearly lost it halfway through but I don't think it argued Nate won that. Seems if it can be arranged it will be Khabib in Russia next. That is a hell of a test for McGregor. I think the Ferguson fight would be more fun to watch but the intrigue and questions about Khabib would be fascinating.
You thought McGregor was going to beat Mayweather so I'll ignore your take on the Diaz fight!
Khabib in Russia is probably the biggest money fight in MMA for him but I think there's more money to be made in boxing.
Well I got enough bites with it so it was worth it.
Disagree, I think had he looked better then possibly but would a fight with Malinaggi make him more than Khabib? I very much doubt that. I think he still has a possible big 4 or 5 fights left in the UFC, Khabib, Ferguson, Holloway, Diaz and maybe whoever is WW title holder. I can see him wanting to be 3 weight champion.
He'd get crushed at WW, he's not even proven yet at LW. Personally I see him going back to the UFC and losing the LW belt.
He still has to cut a fair bit of weight to get to LW, he didn't look too bad against Diaz and he wouldn't be giving anything away in size against Woodley. The gassing issue would possibly be a problem especially if Woodley does what he has been doing his last few fights. I wasn't suggesting he should or will do it just it's a possibility for another big fight for him in the UFC.
Wouldn't surprise me if he did lose the LW belt especially if it's against Khabib, even Ferguson poses a big problem for him.
McGregor has the third fight with Diaz to look forward to , that'll be a big money spinner.
Shame Diaz hasn't fought since the second one (which I thought he won) Conor also has Khabib or Ferguson to fight if he wanted to break a habit of a lifetime and defend a belt. More likely he'll step back in the ring to give Pauli one last decent pay day and another KO on his record. The difference in money between boxing and MMA would be very appealing to Conor.
Oh come on now, McGregor clearly won the 2nd fight. Granted he nearly lost it halfway through but I don't think it argued Nate won that. Seems if it can be arranged it will be Khabib in Russia next. That is a hell of a test for McGregor. I think the Ferguson fight would be more fun to watch but the intrigue and questions about Khabib would be fascinating.
You thought McGregor was going to beat Mayweather so I'll ignore your take on the Diaz fight!
Khabib in Russia is probably the biggest money fight in MMA for him but I think there's more money to be made in boxing.
That's like saying I could make more money playing for Man Utd, the bloke can't box!
McGregor has the third fight with Diaz to look forward to , that'll be a big money spinner.
Shame Diaz hasn't fought since the second one (which I thought he won) Conor also has Khabib or Ferguson to fight if he wanted to break a habit of a lifetime and defend a belt. More likely he'll step back in the ring to give Pauli one last decent pay day and another KO on his record. The difference in money between boxing and MMA would be very appealing to Conor.
Oh come on now, McGregor clearly won the 2nd fight. Granted he nearly lost it halfway through but I don't think it argued Nate won that. Seems if it can be arranged it will be Khabib in Russia next. That is a hell of a test for McGregor. I think the Ferguson fight would be more fun to watch but the intrigue and questions about Khabib would be fascinating.
You thought McGregor was going to beat Mayweather so I'll ignore your take on the Diaz fight!
Khabib in Russia is probably the biggest money fight in MMA for him but I think there's more money to be made in boxing.
That's like saying I could make more money playing for Man Utd, the bloke can't box!
Can't box but was involved in the biggest money fight in boxing history, can you get a trial for Man Utd?
McGregor has the third fight with Diaz to look forward to , that'll be a big money spinner.
Shame Diaz hasn't fought since the second one (which I thought he won) Conor also has Khabib or Ferguson to fight if he wanted to break a habit of a lifetime and defend a belt. More likely he'll step back in the ring to give Pauli one last decent pay day and another KO on his record. The difference in money between boxing and MMA would be very appealing to Conor.
Oh come on now, McGregor clearly won the 2nd fight. Granted he nearly lost it halfway through but I don't think it argued Nate won that. Seems if it can be arranged it will be Khabib in Russia next. That is a hell of a test for McGregor. I think the Ferguson fight would be more fun to watch but the intrigue and questions about Khabib would be fascinating.
You thought McGregor was going to beat Mayweather so I'll ignore your take on the Diaz fight!
Khabib in Russia is probably the biggest money fight in MMA for him but I think there's more money to be made in boxing.
Well I got enough bites with it so it was worth it.
Disagree, I think had he looked better then possibly but would a fight with Malinaggi make him more than Khabib? I very much doubt that. I think he still has a possible big 4 or 5 fights left in the UFC, Khabib, Ferguson, Holloway, Diaz and maybe whoever is WW title holder. I can see him wanting to be 3 weight champion.
The old I was going for bites remark despite losing a bet!
Woodley would absolutely destory him, he's a five round fighter.
McGregor has the third fight with Diaz to look forward to , that'll be a big money spinner.
Shame Diaz hasn't fought since the second one (which I thought he won) Conor also has Khabib or Ferguson to fight if he wanted to break a habit of a lifetime and defend a belt. More likely he'll step back in the ring to give Pauli one last decent pay day and another KO on his record. The difference in money between boxing and MMA would be very appealing to Conor.
Oh come on now, McGregor clearly won the 2nd fight. Granted he nearly lost it halfway through but I don't think it argued Nate won that. Seems if it can be arranged it will be Khabib in Russia next. That is a hell of a test for McGregor. I think the Ferguson fight would be more fun to watch but the intrigue and questions about Khabib would be fascinating.
You thought McGregor was going to beat Mayweather so I'll ignore your take on the Diaz fight!
Khabib in Russia is probably the biggest money fight in MMA for him but I think there's more money to be made in boxing.
That's like saying I could make more money playing for Man Utd, the bloke can't box!
Can't box but was involved in the biggest money fight in boxing history, can you get a trial for Man Utd?
McGregor has the third fight with Diaz to look forward to , that'll be a big money spinner.
Shame Diaz hasn't fought since the second one (which I thought he won) Conor also has Khabib or Ferguson to fight if he wanted to break a habit of a lifetime and defend a belt. More likely he'll step back in the ring to give Pauli one last decent pay day and another KO on his record. The difference in money between boxing and MMA would be very appealing to Conor.
Oh come on now, McGregor clearly won the 2nd fight. Granted he nearly lost it halfway through but I don't think it argued Nate won that. Seems if it can be arranged it will be Khabib in Russia next. That is a hell of a test for McGregor. I think the Ferguson fight would be more fun to watch but the intrigue and questions about Khabib would be fascinating.
You thought McGregor was going to beat Mayweather so I'll ignore your take on the Diaz fight!
Khabib in Russia is probably the biggest money fight in MMA for him but I think there's more money to be made in boxing.
Well I got enough bites with it so it was worth it.
Disagree, I think had he looked better then possibly but would a fight with Malinaggi make him more than Khabib? I very much doubt that. I think he still has a possible big 4 or 5 fights left in the UFC, Khabib, Ferguson, Holloway, Diaz and maybe whoever is WW title holder. I can see him wanting to be 3 weight champion.
The old I was going for bites remark despite losing a bet!
Woodley would absolutely destory him, he's a five round fighter.
You've seen my comments about him in the ufc thread, hardly those of a fanboy. I just enjoyed the seethe this whole thing generated, people who apparently don't care are still commenting on it.
McGregor has the third fight with Diaz to look forward to , that'll be a big money spinner.
Shame Diaz hasn't fought since the second one (which I thought he won) Conor also has Khabib or Ferguson to fight if he wanted to break a habit of a lifetime and defend a belt. More likely he'll step back in the ring to give Pauli one last decent pay day and another KO on his record. The difference in money between boxing and MMA would be very appealing to Conor.
Oh come on now, McGregor clearly won the 2nd fight. Granted he nearly lost it halfway through but I don't think it argued Nate won that. Seems if it can be arranged it will be Khabib in Russia next. That is a hell of a test for McGregor. I think the Ferguson fight would be more fun to watch but the intrigue and questions about Khabib would be fascinating.
You thought McGregor was going to beat Mayweather so I'll ignore your take on the Diaz fight!
Khabib in Russia is probably the biggest money fight in MMA for him but I think there's more money to be made in boxing.
That's like saying I could make more money playing for Man Utd, the bloke can't box!
Can't box but was involved in the biggest money fight in boxing history, can you get a trial for Man Utd?
McGregor has the third fight with Diaz to look forward to , that'll be a big money spinner.
Shame Diaz hasn't fought since the second one (which I thought he won) Conor also has Khabib or Ferguson to fight if he wanted to break a habit of a lifetime and defend a belt. More likely he'll step back in the ring to give Pauli one last decent pay day and another KO on his record. The difference in money between boxing and MMA would be very appealing to Conor.
Oh come on now, McGregor clearly won the 2nd fight. Granted he nearly lost it halfway through but I don't think it argued Nate won that. Seems if it can be arranged it will be Khabib in Russia next. That is a hell of a test for McGregor. I think the Ferguson fight would be more fun to watch but the intrigue and questions about Khabib would be fascinating.
You thought McGregor was going to beat Mayweather so I'll ignore your take on the Diaz fight!
Khabib in Russia is probably the biggest money fight in MMA for him but I think there's more money to be made in boxing.
Well I got enough bites with it so it was worth it.
Disagree, I think had he looked better then possibly but would a fight with Malinaggi make him more than Khabib? I very much doubt that. I think he still has a possible big 4 or 5 fights left in the UFC, Khabib, Ferguson, Holloway, Diaz and maybe whoever is WW title holder. I can see him wanting to be 3 weight champion.
The old I was going for bites remark despite losing a bet!
Woodley would absolutely destory him, he's a five round fighter.
You've seen my comments about him in the ufc thread, hardly those of a fanboy. I just enjoyed the seethe this whole thing generated, people who apparently don't care are still commenting on it.
The event being worthy of comment is fine, good luck to them with that. I even respect their ability to make so much money out of it - but anyone who paid to see it because they genuinely thought it was a contest was totally duped.
My boxing knowledge is fairly limited, but I've been watching for long enough to know that NLA is 100% right on everything he's said in this thread.
McGregor has the third fight with Diaz to look forward to , that'll be a big money spinner.
Shame Diaz hasn't fought since the second one (which I thought he won) Conor also has Khabib or Ferguson to fight if he wanted to break a habit of a lifetime and defend a belt. More likely he'll step back in the ring to give Pauli one last decent pay day and another KO on his record. The difference in money between boxing and MMA would be very appealing to Conor.
Oh come on now, McGregor clearly won the 2nd fight. Granted he nearly lost it halfway through but I don't think it argued Nate won that. Seems if it can be arranged it will be Khabib in Russia next. That is a hell of a test for McGregor. I think the Ferguson fight would be more fun to watch but the intrigue and questions about Khabib would be fascinating.
You thought McGregor was going to beat Mayweather so I'll ignore your take on the Diaz fight!
Khabib in Russia is probably the biggest money fight in MMA for him but I think there's more money to be made in boxing.
That's like saying I could make more money playing for Man Utd, the bloke can't box!
Can't box but was involved in the biggest money fight in boxing history, can you get a trial for Man Utd?
McGregor has the third fight with Diaz to look forward to , that'll be a big money spinner.
Shame Diaz hasn't fought since the second one (which I thought he won) Conor also has Khabib or Ferguson to fight if he wanted to break a habit of a lifetime and defend a belt. More likely he'll step back in the ring to give Pauli one last decent pay day and another KO on his record. The difference in money between boxing and MMA would be very appealing to Conor.
Oh come on now, McGregor clearly won the 2nd fight. Granted he nearly lost it halfway through but I don't think it argued Nate won that. Seems if it can be arranged it will be Khabib in Russia next. That is a hell of a test for McGregor. I think the Ferguson fight would be more fun to watch but the intrigue and questions about Khabib would be fascinating.
You thought McGregor was going to beat Mayweather so I'll ignore your take on the Diaz fight!
Khabib in Russia is probably the biggest money fight in MMA for him but I think there's more money to be made in boxing.
Well I got enough bites with it so it was worth it.
Disagree, I think had he looked better then possibly but would a fight with Malinaggi make him more than Khabib? I very much doubt that. I think he still has a possible big 4 or 5 fights left in the UFC, Khabib, Ferguson, Holloway, Diaz and maybe whoever is WW title holder. I can see him wanting to be 3 weight champion.
The old I was going for bites remark despite losing a bet!
Woodley would absolutely destory him, he's a five round fighter.
You've seen my comments about him in the ufc thread, hardly those of a fanboy. I just enjoyed the seethe this whole thing generated, people who apparently don't care are still commenting on it.
McGregor has the third fight with Diaz to look forward to , that'll be a big money spinner.
Shame Diaz hasn't fought since the second one (which I thought he won) Conor also has Khabib or Ferguson to fight if he wanted to break a habit of a lifetime and defend a belt. More likely he'll step back in the ring to give Pauli one last decent pay day and another KO on his record. The difference in money between boxing and MMA would be very appealing to Conor.
Oh come on now, McGregor clearly won the 2nd fight. Granted he nearly lost it halfway through but I don't think it argued Nate won that. Seems if it can be arranged it will be Khabib in Russia next. That is a hell of a test for McGregor. I think the Ferguson fight would be more fun to watch but the intrigue and questions about Khabib would be fascinating.
You thought McGregor was going to beat Mayweather so I'll ignore your take on the Diaz fight!
Khabib in Russia is probably the biggest money fight in MMA for him but I think there's more money to be made in boxing.
That's like saying I could make more money playing for Man Utd, the bloke can't box!
Can't box but was involved in the biggest money fight in boxing history, can you get a trial for Man Utd?
McGregor has the third fight with Diaz to look forward to , that'll be a big money spinner.
Shame Diaz hasn't fought since the second one (which I thought he won) Conor also has Khabib or Ferguson to fight if he wanted to break a habit of a lifetime and defend a belt. More likely he'll step back in the ring to give Pauli one last decent pay day and another KO on his record. The difference in money between boxing and MMA would be very appealing to Conor.
Oh come on now, McGregor clearly won the 2nd fight. Granted he nearly lost it halfway through but I don't think it argued Nate won that. Seems if it can be arranged it will be Khabib in Russia next. That is a hell of a test for McGregor. I think the Ferguson fight would be more fun to watch but the intrigue and questions about Khabib would be fascinating.
You thought McGregor was going to beat Mayweather so I'll ignore your take on the Diaz fight!
Khabib in Russia is probably the biggest money fight in MMA for him but I think there's more money to be made in boxing.
Well I got enough bites with it so it was worth it.
Disagree, I think had he looked better then possibly but would a fight with Malinaggi make him more than Khabib? I very much doubt that. I think he still has a possible big 4 or 5 fights left in the UFC, Khabib, Ferguson, Holloway, Diaz and maybe whoever is WW title holder. I can see him wanting to be 3 weight champion.
The old I was going for bites remark despite losing a bet!
Woodley would absolutely destory him, he's a five round fighter.
If man utd were going to make 100million out of it theyd give him a trial tomoro
6.5m ppv sales. Pretty sure boxing promoter's will want to book Mcgregor again.
I'm not so sure.
Before Saturday's fight there was still the spectre of the unknown - but the genie is now out of the bottle. Even McGregor's most fervent believers must surely now realise there is no cross-over and that any semi-decent professional boxer would beat him in the boxing ring. There would be a fraction of the interest shown on Saturday for any subsequent boxing bout involving McGregor.
Saturday was a one-off (hopefully) and he should stick to UFC which is where he will make the most money, but of course never again the amount he made on Saturday.
6.5m ppv sales. Pretty sure boxing promoter's will want to book Mcgregor again.
I'm not so sure.
Before Saturday's fight there was still the spectre of the unknown - but the genie is now out of the bottle. Even McGregor's most fervent believers must surely now realise there is no cross-over and that any semi-decent professional boxer would beat him in the boxing ring. There would be a fraction of the interest shown on Saturday for any subsequent boxing bout involving McGregor.
Saturday was a one-off (hopefully) and he should stick to UFC which is where he will make the most money, but of course never again the amount he made on Saturday.
Most predictable ppv main event fight since Harrison v Haye but still sold extremely well. I can't believe people are arguing with facts, the man as annoying as he is is box office.
6.5m ppv sales. Pretty sure boxing promoter's will want to book Mcgregor again.
I'm not so sure.
Before Saturday's fight there was still the spectre of the unknown - but the genie is now out of the bottle. Even McGregor's most fervent believers must surely now realise there is no cross-over and that any semi-decent professional boxer would beat him in the boxing ring. There would be a fraction of the interest shown on Saturday for any subsequent boxing bout involving McGregor.
Saturday was a one-off (hopefully) and he should stick to UFC which is where he will make the most money, but of course never again the amount he made on Saturday.
Most predictable ppv main event fight since Harrison v Haye but still sold extremely well. I can't believe people are arguing with facts, the man as annoying as he is is box office.
Those who have a good understanding of boxing saw it that way - but most of the 6.5 million PPV punters either saw it differently or approached it as voyeurs.
Yes of course he is box office - but in UFC, no longer in boxing.
That's how I see it anyway but I could be wrong and similar numbers might be are prepared to pay $100 PPV to watch him get beat again in the boxing ring.
McGregor has the third fight with Diaz to look forward to , that'll be a big money spinner.
Shame Diaz hasn't fought since the second one (which I thought he won) Conor also has Khabib or Ferguson to fight if he wanted to break a habit of a lifetime and defend a belt. More likely he'll step back in the ring to give Pauli one last decent pay day and another KO on his record. The difference in money between boxing and MMA would be very appealing to Conor.
Oh come on now, McGregor clearly won the 2nd fight. Granted he nearly lost it halfway through but I don't think it argued Nate won that. Seems if it can be arranged it will be Khabib in Russia next. That is a hell of a test for McGregor. I think the Ferguson fight would be more fun to watch but the intrigue and questions about Khabib would be fascinating.
You thought McGregor was going to beat Mayweather so I'll ignore your take on the Diaz fight!
Khabib in Russia is probably the biggest money fight in MMA for him but I think there's more money to be made in boxing.
That's like saying I could make more money playing for Man Utd, the bloke can't box!
Can't box but was involved in the biggest money fight in boxing history, can you get a trial for Man Utd?
McGregor has the third fight with Diaz to look forward to , that'll be a big money spinner.
Shame Diaz hasn't fought since the second one (which I thought he won) Conor also has Khabib or Ferguson to fight if he wanted to break a habit of a lifetime and defend a belt. More likely he'll step back in the ring to give Pauli one last decent pay day and another KO on his record. The difference in money between boxing and MMA would be very appealing to Conor.
Oh come on now, McGregor clearly won the 2nd fight. Granted he nearly lost it halfway through but I don't think it argued Nate won that. Seems if it can be arranged it will be Khabib in Russia next. That is a hell of a test for McGregor. I think the Ferguson fight would be more fun to watch but the intrigue and questions about Khabib would be fascinating.
You thought McGregor was going to beat Mayweather so I'll ignore your take on the Diaz fight!
Khabib in Russia is probably the biggest money fight in MMA for him but I think there's more money to be made in boxing.
Well I got enough bites with it so it was worth it.
Disagree, I think had he looked better then possibly but would a fight with Malinaggi make him more than Khabib? I very much doubt that. I think he still has a possible big 4 or 5 fights left in the UFC, Khabib, Ferguson, Holloway, Diaz and maybe whoever is WW title holder. I can see him wanting to be 3 weight champion.
The old I was going for bites remark despite losing a bet!
Woodley would absolutely destory him, he's a five round fighter.
If man utd were going to make 100million out of it theyd give him a trial tomoro
Usain Bolt will get a game for Man United at some point.
I only watched a few mins of highlights. McGregor looked a totally pony boxer from what I saw
They made the money. Now 98% of the people who watched in This country won't watch or know about a boxing match until Aj's next fight. Mission accomplished.
That was because no one believed berto could beat him , mayweather was ridiculed for taking that fight as the one to reach 49-0
McGregor mayweather was a joint draw for numbers
But the way it was marketed the way the gullible bought into it the McGregor will offer things he has never faced
The way boxing fans felt compelled to watch it as an event not a fight ( I am still to speak to one fan of boxing who believed there was any chance he could win)
This will never be replicated as the whole world witnessed two things
Mayweather is finished as a boxer
McGregor will never be one
There's no money to be had you can't pull the same trick twice
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Khabib in Russia is probably the biggest money fight in MMA for him but I think there's more money to be made in boxing.
Mayweather has either lost so much form or he was letting McGregor have a few rounds.
I've never seen Mayweather throw such lame ducks in my life.
This was a circus and Mayweather probably could have ended it much much earlier.
McGregor cannot box for toffee.
Disagree, I think had he looked better then possibly but would a fight with Malinaggi make him more than Khabib? I very much doubt that. I think he still has a possible big 4 or 5 fights left in the UFC, Khabib, Ferguson, Holloway, Diaz and maybe whoever is WW title holder. I can see him wanting to be 3 weight champion.
Wouldn't surprise me if he did lose the LW belt especially if it's against Khabib, even Ferguson poses a big problem for him.
Woodley would absolutely destory him, he's a five round fighter.
Can't see it happening again.
My boxing knowledge is fairly limited, but I've been watching for long enough to know that NLA is 100% right on everything he's said in this thread.
6.5m ppv sales. Pretty sure boxing promoter's will want to book Mcgregor again.
Sums the whole thing up perfectly
Before Saturday's fight there was still the spectre of the unknown - but the genie is now out of the bottle. Even McGregor's most fervent believers must surely now realise there is no cross-over and that any semi-decent professional boxer would beat him in the boxing ring. There would be a fraction of the interest shown on Saturday for any subsequent boxing bout involving McGregor.
Saturday was a one-off (hopefully) and he should stick to UFC which is where he will make the most money, but of course never again the amount he made on Saturday.
Yes of course he is box office - but in UFC, no longer in boxing.
That's how I see it anyway but I could be wrong and similar numbers might be are prepared to pay $100 PPV to watch him get beat again in the boxing ring.
McGregor va mayweather was not just about McGregor it was also those who pay regardless of who mayweather is fighting normally to see if he gets beat
McGregor added to the TMT circus but that circus had rolled in for years
No one else he could be put with would generate enough interest to sell a PPV event
However in The UFC ( that I used to watch religiously but haven't since prob four year) I would presume he would sell out a ppv on there
They made the money. Now 98% of the people who watched in This country won't watch or know about a boxing match until Aj's next fight. Mission accomplished.
McGregor mayweather was a joint draw for numbers
But the way it was marketed the way the gullible bought into it the McGregor will offer things he has never faced
The way boxing fans felt compelled to watch it as an event not a fight ( I am still to speak to one fan of boxing who believed there was any chance he could win)
This will never be replicated as the whole world witnessed two things
Mayweather is finished as a boxer
McGregor will never be one
There's no money to be had you can't pull the same trick twice