UFC Megastar Conor McGregor took to social media and announced some ground-breaking news that has taken combat sports fans by storm. ‘The Notorious’ has targeted a return to action under the bright lights of the ring against Manny Pacquiao. Moreover, he added on to say that the scheduled bout was set to take place in the Middle East.

The news comes as a massive surprise to fight fans who have been pining for Conor’s return to combat sports. The Irishman unceremoniously hung up the gloves following the main event at UFC 250 earlier this year. Additionally, he didn’t provide any significant details as to the reason for his swift departure from the organization.

Conor McGregor: Back where he belongs

The news of Conor’s plans to fight Manny Pacquiao was delivered through McGregor’s series of Tweets. The posts provided some context as to the main reasons why he suddenly stepped away from the sport. Chiefly, he was targeting a busy 2020 and spoke out on fighting three-to-four times in the year. However, the pandemic brought his plans to a screeching halt, and the fighter elected to retire.

Fight fans and the media have long been hearing about a possible fight between McGregor and Pacquiao being in the works. Both box office superstars are under the same management banner, and a fight seemed almost inevitable. It is undeniable that a bout between the two would be yet another spectacle to behold.

Trending

Ryan Garcia Leaks His DMs With Bobbi Althoff in Recent Social Media Rampage

April 14, 2024 01:20 PM EDT

Gervonta Davis Shuts Down Shakur Stevenson With the Ultimate Disrespect as Verbal Exchange Heats Up

April 18, 2024 06:45 AM EDT

Heavyweight Boxer Fighting for His Life, Falls Into Coma After First-Round Knockout Loss

April 10, 2024 03:12 AM EDT

“You Can’t Make This Sh*t Up”: Ryan Garcia Threatens to Expose Jailyne Ojeda in Ugly Back and Forth

April 17, 2024 11:00 PM EDT

Real Reason Why “Floyd Mayweather Found Dead” Was Trending Recently

December 18, 2023 11:15 AM EST

Get instantly notified of the hottest Boxing stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.

Follow Us

Conor McGregor fought Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather back in August 2017 in one of the biggest match-ups of all time. Pacquaio is closely associated with both the aforementioned stars and is an obvious pick for a fight. Also, Manny’s camp has played along with the rumors that were part and parcel of an outing with Conor.

There is no doubt that the scrap between the McGregor and Pacquiao will be lucrative for all parties involved. Not to mention, their drawing power is as legitimate as the skills they possess. Fans of the sports will be chomping at the bit for the bout and will hope to be in attendance for the fight.