feature-image

Imago

feature-image

Imago

YouTube sensation Logan Paul has squared off against one of the best boxers to ever grace the sport, Floyd Mayweather. Despite the bout being an exhibition, Paul was able to put pressure on ‘Money’ and even took him the distance. Moreover, ‘The Maverick’ feels good about his chances against another man to face the former 5-division champion.

Watch What’s Trending Now!

ADVERTISEMENT

Paul thinks that he can beat former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor in a boxing match. In an appearance on Bobby Lee’s podcast, he was asked how he would perform in a boxing match and a street with against ‘The Notorious One.’ Paul then stated that while he was confident that he could beat McGregor in a boxing match, he won’t be able to match up to him in a street fight.

ADVERTISEMENT

I would win, I would win. I’d beat Conor in boxing, backyard I would have to go with him.” he said. McGregor faced Mayweather in his last professional boxing fight and took him to 10 rounds before the fight was stopped. although he was not able to beat ‘Money’ he certainly gave him a run for his money proving to be a worthy dance partner.

Read More: Logan Paul Reveals the Exact Moment He Busted His Knee at WWE’s Crown Jewel

ADVERTISEMENT

Paul could definitely get the better of McGregor in a boxing match, given his massive size advantage. However, even he thinks that he would not be able to hold up the Irishman in a fight where there are no rules.

ADVERTISEMENT

Conor McGregor’s former teammate sounds off on Logan Paul

Former Bellator fighter and McGregor’s former teammate Dillon Danis recently bashed the Paul brothers for allegedly not wanting to fight him. In an interview with the streamer, Kai Cenat, Danis praised his next opponent KSI, for accepting to fight him and also went on to reveal that both Jake and Logan did not accept his offer.

You know what, I’ll give KSI credit. Because Logan Paul pulled out of this fight, Jake Paul ducked me, all of them ducked me. And KSI was the only one who actually signed the contract.” he said.

ADVERTISEMENT

article-image

Getty

Danis will face ‘The NightMare’ on January 14 at the Misfits 004 event. Paul was also initially scheduled to be on the card. However, the injuries he suffered during his WWE fight with Roman Reigns have put him on the sidelines for 6 months.

ADVERTISEMENT

Watch Out for More: How The Maverick makes his money

What did you think about Paul’s chances against McGregor in a boxing match? Let us know in the comments.

ADVERTISEMENT

ADVERTISEMENT

Share this with a friend:

Link Copied!

ADVERTISEMENT

ADVERTISEMENT

Written by

author-image

Sahil Sood

1,864 Articles

Sahil Sood is a Boxing writer at EssentiallySports, who specializes in covering live events and core sports. Sahil holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication and has authored over 1300 articles at EssentiallySports. His coverage of Sylvester Stallone's training with Earnie Shavers was widely praised for its depth and insight. As a practitioner of Jiu-Jitsu and a passionate fan of combat sports, Sahil's love for the sport shines through in his writing. His favorite bout, Roberto Duran vs 'Sugar' Ray Leonard, is a testament to his appreciation for the all-time classics and his deep understanding of the technical aspects of boxing. Aside from his writing, Sahil's life revolves around his training for national tournaments, reflecting the same dedication and discipline that he brings to his work as a boxing writer.

Know more

Edited by

editor-image

Arijit Saha

ADVERTISEMENT