In a no-holds-barred interview with the New York Post Sports, social media sensations turned boxing entrepreneurs Jake and Logan Paul took aim at UFC superstar Conor McGregor following an unexpected encounter at Donald Trump’s inauguration. The Paul brothers, known for their brash personalities, wasted no time mocking McGregor’s stature and behavior at the high-profile event.
McGregor’s Height Mocked by the Paul Brothers
Logan Paul, never one to shy away from controversy, delivered a particularly dismissive remark about McGregor’s physical presence. “When someone’s like that short I render them as a child, so I didn’t feel the need to impose any threat towards this mini Irish child,” Logan stated, making it clear he didn’t see McGregor as an equal in stature or demeanor.
Jake Paul chimed in with his own jab, expressing confusion over McGregor’s presence. “It was confusing at times—you’d look at him and you’d be like, ‘What is that 12-year-old doing here?’ But it was just Conor McGregor.” The comments emphasized a shared perception of McGregor as physically unimposing, a stark contrast to the fearsome reputation he built in the UFC.
Wild Accusations About McGregor’s Behavior
Beyond belittling McGregor’s size, Logan Paul suggested that the Irish fighter was far from sober at the event. “He was definitely on c*ack,” Logan claimed, likening McGregor’s behavior to that of troubled former child stars. While he didn’t elaborate on specifics, he later added: “We didn’t see him at the after-parties, but I will say at 7 in the morning he rolled up like… Theo Von said he got a Zin lodged in his brain, and I can’t speak to what was in his brain, but there was definitely something.”
Such accusations, while unverified, align with the Paul brothers’ penchant for stirring controversy, especially when it comes to figures in the combat sports world.
Jake Paul’s Boxing Ambitions and Mayweather’s Conditions
Shifting the conversation to his boxing career, Jake Paul laid out a list of potential future opponents, mentioning “Jervante, Canelo, Tommy Fury, KSI, and Anthony Joshua.” His ambitions, however, seem to exclude Floyd Mayweather—at least under Mayweather’s terms. According to Jake, the boxing legend demanded an unrealistic weight condition. “He said he would fight me, but I’d have to weigh like 160 pounds, which is physically impossible for me,” Jake explained, effectively shutting down the possibility of a bout under those terms.
Logan Paul, who previously fought Mayweather in an exhibition match, warned Jake about financial disputes with the retired boxing champion. “Get paid beforehand,” Logan advised, revealing that Mayweather still owes him “about a million and a half that is not in my bank account.” The revelation highlights the often murky financial dealings that come with high-profile exhibition fights, where payouts can be delayed or disputed.
