Jake Paul is facing criticism for taking on older opponents. Despite his recent unanimous decision victory over the legendary ‘Iron’ Mike in an eight-round heavyweight bout, the win has failed to satisfy his fans. Paul continues to face backlash from both fans and combat sports stars, who accuse him of avoiding worthy challengers. Adding to the controversy, UFC star Conor McGregor recently made a highly inflammatory comment about Paul’s choice of opponents.
Conor McGregor stirred controversy with his latest tweet-and-delete episode on Friday night. Following Paul’s unanimous decision victory over Tyson, the former UFC double champion expressed his displeasure with the outcome.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), McGregor posted a tasteless remark about former boxer Prichard Colon, suggesting Paul’s next opponent could be the severely injured fighter. McGregor’s deleted tweet, which read, “They are eyeing Prichard Colon for next opponent,” was widely condemned as an insensitive jab aimed at Paul’s choice of opponents.
Colon, a former super-welterweight boxer, suffered permanent neurological damage in 2015 after being struck with repeated illegal punches to the back of the head by Terrel Williams, resulting in a left-sided subdural hematoma. Despite his controversial comments on the fight, McGregor continues to pursue a UFC comeback while also exploring opportunities in boxing.
Conor McGregor Eyes Big Money With Floyd Mayweather Rematch Proposal
McGregor often hints at major comebacks, only to go silent, leaving fans disinterested. However, the former UFC double champion is reigniting buzz by challenging Floyd Mayweather to a rematch, this time in a bare-knuckle showdown. While promoting Bare-Knuckle Fighting Championship in Marbella, Spain, McGregor issued a fiery challenge during an intense interview at the BKFC Spain weigh-ins. He said,
“Floyd is a little pussycat. You’re doing bad conversations trying to get a boxing match at 155. Fight me [at] my weight. I’m the A-side… bare knuckle. McGregor [vs.] Mayweather 170 pounds. Let’s go baby, take off the gloves and fight b***ch. It’s happening, it’s happening. We’re trapping him in the corner. We have you trapped in the corner.”
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The Irish fighter is determined to avenge his 2017 boxing loss to Mayweather. Their first bout was a historic sports event, and fans are eager for a rematch that promises to deliver the same level of excitement.
