The Irishman has been tipped to make his return to action this year, but a former UFC star has revealed how a defeat against Paul could be damaging for McGregor

McGregor recently announced that he would be entering the ring for an exhibition bout with Paul in 2025 and that it would be funded by India’s wealthy Ambani family, leaving many sceptical over what i

“There is a very big, former champion that’s a star of the mixed martial arts, his name is Conor McGregor, he is claiming that he’s going to get $250 million to go box Logan Paul in India for a billionaire investor who wants to bring attention and tourism to India,” Sonnen said on his YouTube channel.

The pair have been tipped to fight each other this year, but one UFC legend remains unconvinced that a showdown between the two stars will take place

Things are beginning to sound serious between Logan Paul and Conor McGregor. If the UFC is involved in the negotiations, there is a great chance the boxing match happens.

According to a recent report, the UFC is backing a potential boxing match between Conor McGregor and Logan Paul.

McGregor has not competed in any combat sports since his leg break against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 in July 2021. Despite multiple teases of a return, including a planned fight with Michael Chandler in mid-2024, injuries have delayed his comeback.

Conor McGregor has been in discussions with Logan Paul over a boxing match - a fight that could see the pair earn a combined $250 million

Conor McGregor has issued a warning to Logan Paul as the pair continue to be linked with a boxing fight, which would take place in India and net both men a huge $250 million

Conor McGregor is in line to face Logan Paul in a $250 million boxing fight, with the fight set to take place in India later this year.

Ex-UFC heavyweight contender debunks the outrageous rumor of Conor McGregor securing $250M for a Logan Paul boxing bout.