Conor McGregor reveals what he really thinks of Floyd Mayweather fighting in the UFC
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On Tuesday afternoon, Forty-year-old Mayweather hinted that he’s preparing to grace the mixed martial arts on Twitter and Instagram. The former five-weight world champion set the combat sports world abuzz by posting videos of him in an Octagon to the social media platforms. Somewhat inevitably, Mayweather’s antics led to talk of him rematching McGregor in an MMA fight, something he suggested could happen during the whirlwind Mayweather vs. McGregor press tour.
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The prospect of Mayweather entering the UFC and locking horns with McGregor has irked many, who aren't eager to see the pair throw down again. However, the same can’t be said for the UFC’s lightweight champion, who believes Mayweather should try his hand at MMA. “I’m excited, let’s see,” McGregor told Adam Glyn. “I just landed so I’ll check it out. But, I’m up for it.
I'm excited Conor McGregor on the prospect of Floyd Mayweather fighting in MMA
“He should. I went into his game, he should come into mine.” Although McGregor is interested in rematching Mayweather, his heart isn’t set on a second fight with the Michigan native at this moment in time. "We'll see, I'm currently in negotiations to face my next opponent," he told Adam Glyn. "We have many options.
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GETTY Conor McGregor is excited at the prospect of Floyd Mayweather fighting in the UFC