While F1 holds the title for the sport of speed, when it comes to rising the fastest globally, nothing compares to the UFC. It has become so popular that, in recent times, it has overshadowed the oldest and most popular combat sport: boxing. Consequently, there’s always a debate among fans about their priorities. Recently, when Cristiano Ronaldo was asked, he chose UFC over boxing. Fans suggest Conor McGregor might have influenced this preference.
Fans of soccer and UFC know that CR7 and McGregor have had a solid friendship for years. Ronaldo even famously joined McGregor at the UFC gym in Las Vegas, showing their close bond. So, when Ronaldo recently chose UFC over boxing in a famous this or that game, the internet buzzed with speculation.
Many fans suspect that McGregor’s influence might have been a significant factor in Ronaldo’s choice. Here’s how the fans reacted: Reacting to it, a couple of fans humorously suggested that McGregor might have spoiled the boxing experience when Ronaldo attended the Ngannou vs. Fury fight.
One fan casually dropped the ‘Notorious‘ gif hinting about the driving force behind choosing UFC.
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Another fan believes there is a McGregor factor behind this.
While McGregor’s friendship may have influenced Ronaldo’s choice, the decline in boxing’s popularity and the surge of UFC fans cannot be ignored. Although high-profile fights like Ngannou vs. Fury keep boxing in the spotlight, Dana White’s constant stream of UFC events each month continues to leave fans in awe. Meanwhile, one event fans are most excited about is McGregor’s return.
Michael Chandler Seems To Move On From Conor McGregor Fight
It’s been almost two years since Michael Chandler has been waiting for a fight with McGregor, and even his UFC 303 booking led to disappointment. However, after chasing McGregor for so long, Chandler now seems ready to move on, naming Max Holloway as his target for 2025.
Even though Chandler seems to be moving on, the big question remains: when will Conor McGregor return to the octagon, the place that gave him fame and fortune? With Chandler looking ahead, it will be interesting to see who McGregor fights next.
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