As Conor McGregor prepares to face Michael Chandler at UFC 303, speculation swirls about his future beyond this fight. His current UFC contract has only one bout remaining, leaving many to wonder what his next move will be. McGregor has long hinted at a desire to explore other combat sports, such as a potential return to boxing or even a foray into bare-knuckle fighting.
Mike Perry, a prominent figure in the bare-knuckle fighting world, has publicly expressed his interest in facing McGregor in the ring. Perry believes that such a fight could be a huge draw and that McGregor would be willing to take on the challenge. He acknowledges McGregor’s reputation for trash talk but is confident he could hold his own in that department as well.
McGregor’s future remains uncertain, and there is a possibility that he could part ways with the UFC after his fight with Chandler. His star power and marketability make him an attractive prospect for other organizations or even for independent ventures. Regardless of his next move, it is clear that McGregor will continue to be a major force in the combat sports world.
In a recent interview, Perry discussed the possibility of a fight with McGregor, saying, ‘I think it could be a possibility. When my manager shared it and [he was like], ‘This will happen,’ I was like, whoa, that’s cool.’ He went on to praise McGregor’s boxing skills and expressed his belief that it would be a fun and incredible fight.
Perry is known for his outspoken nature and is not afraid to engage in verbal jousting with his opponents. However, he admitted that McGregor might have the edge in that department, saying, ‘Maybe he would rip me apart with the words. I’d be there for it!’
Despite the potential for a verbal barrage from McGregor, Perry is confident that he could hold his own in the ring. ‘Let’s go! I’d learn a thing or two for sure, and I’d try to teach him a thing or two in the ring when it came to fighting. I wouldn’t want any excuses and I’m sure he’s so good at talking, he wouldn’t have any excuses if we did fight and it goes the way I think it would go.’
Only time will tell if a fight between McGregor and Perry will materialize. However, given McGregor’s willingness to accept challenges and Perry’s desire to face him, it remains a possibility that could excite combat sports fans around the world.
