Conor McGregor provided insights into his current fighting status, making it clear that while he’s not actively competing, he’s far from retiring.
When directly questioned about his bare-knuckle fighting timeline, McGregor was characteristically confident and strategic. “I’ve got two fights on the contract. I’m in negotiations,” he explained. However, he quickly pivoted to discuss his current priorities, stating, “Last week something happened to me. I went to the White House and my country is in my heart right now.”
McGregor emphasized that his approach to his comeback will be deliberate. “Greatness does not rush,” he proclaimed. This philosophy was evident when he revealed he had recently turned down a potentially lucrative fight opportunity. “There was an event in Alcatraz in June, and they came to me, but it wasn’t my worth,” McGregor stated matter-of-factly.
Highlighting his unprecedented success, he added, “I hold every pay-per-view record in the book. I hold every gate record in the book, and my comeback will be slated as the greatest comeback or the biggest most anticipated comeback of all time.”
The fighter-turned-potential-politician made it clear that his current focus is divided. “Right now, Ireland is in my thoughts,” he said, suggesting that political aspirations and national concerns are currently taking precedence over his fighting career.
Despite the uncertainty, McGregor left no doubt that he’s not done with combat sports. “It will happen,” he assured the audience, leaving fans and critics alike wondering about the details of his eventual return.
For now, McGregor seems content to be a co-owner and partner in BKFC, praising the organization and its intensity. “Bare knuckle is leagues above both [boxing and MMA] in excitement and action-packed fighting,” he declared, indicating his continued passion for combat sports, even if he’s not actively competing.
