Who would you have interest in seeing mcgregor fight in the boxing ring?

Some of these haven't been mentioned, just fights I think would be interesting to play out in a boxing ring.. #1 Paulie Malignaggi- Obvious bad blood, well known in boxing #2 Nate Diaz- Trilogy fight, both MMA boxers, well known in MMA #3 Nick Diaz- Vet of 2 professional boxing bouts, well known in MMA #4 Jose Aldo- Well known MMA fighter, has been working with Robert Garcia in boxing recently #5 Start from the ground up- not the most likely scenario as promoters wouldn't want to risk a loss against inferior competition, and the money wouldn't be as big.. But he could still headline most cards and bring in a solid gate most nights... Any thoughts? Who would you pick? And let me know if you guys can think of anyone else you'd like to see him fight in a boxing match. I didn't list as many boxers besides Paulie because that's the only one I can think of that would make sense with somewhat of a name. And all those MMA guys I listed have publicly stated their interest in professional boxing. I think a lot of ppl would pay to see those fights. Just not the price of a Floyd vs Mac fight lol.

Comments (20)

hateinyaeyes32

I think he would go life and death with Paulie and could well take another L. You're right he would get destroyed by Manny or Canelo but if he's gonna lose again anyways, let me go out on his shield via brutual knockout and cash out for real against the biggest draws. That's a fair point. A fight with pacquiao would be major, Connor would have to do all the selling though lol. As far as making the press tour entertaining

8y ago

Feint_First

Mcgregor name alone would be enough to sell the fight, that's the key.. And a fight with manny could make sense, due to the fact there a ppl dumb enough to think Connor was competing with Floyd. But I think he gets destroyed by either manny or canelo. The guys I listed he might have a chance at winning a fight while still making good money. But I don't think he will beat Paulie, it's just a lot more competitive than manny or canelo. I think he would go life and death with Paulie and could well take another L. You're right he would get destroyed by Manny or Canelo but if he's gonna lose again anyways, let me go out on his shield via brutual knockout and cash out for real against the biggest draws.

8y ago

puga

paulie would embarrass the sport of boxing spence would kill connor but ok , lets see paulie get beat up like a ragdoll :firedevil

8y ago

hateinyaeyes32

He would make peanuts (aka UFC purses) fighting those guys, including no fans Paulie, compared to the money a fight with Manny or Canelo would draw. Mcgregor name alone would be enough to sell the fight, that's the key.. And a fight with manny could make sense, due to the fact there a ppl dumb enough to think Connor was competing with Floyd. But I think he gets destroyed by either manny or canelo. The guys I listed he might have a chance at winning a fight while still making good money. But I don't think he will beat Paulie, it's just a lot more competitive than manny or canelo.

8y ago

Feint_First

He would make peanuts (aka UFC purses) fighting those guys, including no fans Paulie, compared to the money a fight with Manny or Canelo would draw.

8y ago

Sp0rty_Crig

He should leave UFC and make his own sport Lol. MMA with no grappling allowed. Basically just fighting with 4oz gloves. Could face boxers, MMA guys, kickboxers etc

8y ago

hateinyaeyes32

*bumped for more votes*

8y ago

IronDanHamza

GGG-Canelo winner so I can see him get splattered in a round.

8y ago

hateinyaeyes32

I think his best option money wise is Nate Diaz in the cage to finish their rivalry with a trilogy fight. And I expect that to get signed quick or Conor's next fight will be in the ring cuz Tony Ferguson and Kevin Lee are fighting for the interim title in Conor's division and if either of those guys get Conor to the ground they will 100% submit Conor and hurt his brand. So if Diaz III doesn't get made before Oct. 7 when those guys fight then I expect Conor to box next to push back his UFC return to mid-2018 (likely international fight week in July to maximize ppv points) and the easiest opponent to fight next that makes sense is Paulie to me in early 2018 and St. Paddy's day maximizes the payday. I agree about him not wanting any part of lee or Ferguson. Hopefully him and Paulie can make it happen

8y ago

hateinyaeyes32

No not really. We ***** on Floyd a lot for being boring/cruising/ a bit safety first etc but lets be honest if it wasn't for Floyd last night that would of been unwatchable. I sort of want to see him fight Paulie, he's so shot its a competitive fight now but it'd be so ugly its a fight I could live without seeing. I'm a mayweather fan so I agree he was definitely what made the fight worth watching, but mcgregor has name recognition to casuals. They would definitely sell tickets if he continued to box.. Regardless of skill, MMA fans will tune in to see him hopefully get a win

8y ago

dan_cov

8y ago

hateinyaeyes32

for me, thats the idea :d lol savage!!!!

8y ago

hateinyaeyes32

McGregor vs Jeff Horn in Australia Get a good ref who won't allow for the fouling but I think it'd be a fun fight Winnable for both dudes Massive crowds - lets do it That one seems very realistic.. Irishman vs an Aussie. Would be a heck of an atmosphere in the building

8y ago

JmH_Reborn

McGregor vs Jeff Horn in Australia Get a good ref who won't allow for the fouling but I think it'd be a fun fight Winnable for both dudes Massive crowds - lets do it

8y ago

JmH_Reborn

McGregor vs Jeff Horn in Australia Get a good ref who won't allow for the fouling but I think it'd be a fun fight Winnable for both dudes Massive crowds - lets do it

8y ago

hateinyaeyes32

porter..... maybe a comeback fight for ruslan Man, I think porter would probably end his boxing career.. Lol

8y ago

iamboxing

I'd like to see him against a few gatekeepers to improve his conditioning and learn how to use his stamina more efficiently over 12 rounds. I thought he did exceptionally well for his first fight. Literally had my mouth open when he was landing jabs, wasn't expecting that at all.

8y ago

hateinyaeyes32

I'd actually like to see him fight a legitimate top 15 guy at 154 with a bit more experience and cardio under his belt. Of course it will never happen and a few more big money freakshows then retirement are on his plate, but I'd like to see it. I definitely would like to see it, but I just don't think he can realistically beat a top rated guy. I would definitely watch it though.

8y ago

5310

8y ago

_original_

He'd be wise to dump Dana/UFC and sigh with Harmon or Arum and fight a few more matches. The Paulie fight is all lined up to make a ton of money.

8y ago