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Conor McGregor, never one to shy away from bold moves, has once again set the combat sports world abuzz. This time, the former UFC double champion is floating the idea of a partnership between the UFC and Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), a promotion he co-owns.
"Like I said, I have two fights left on my UFC contract," McGregor explained during a recent interview. "My opponent that I was scheduled to fight has rescheduled another bout." With his usual swagger, McGregor hinted at a larger vision beyond simply finishing his current UFC contract: "I would like maybe an exemption. Maybe a joint partnership. Bare Knuckle/UFC. Similar to McGregor Sports & Entertainment and Mayweather Promotions."
This statement sparked excitement across the MMA and bare-knuckle worlds. McGregor, who has become synonymous with innovation and crossing boundaries in combat sports, seems keen on blending the traditional UFC format with the raw, gritty nature of bare-knuckle fighting. "Some sort of agreement where we can get busy, you know. I need to be busy. And right now, I'm working to get there."
The potential merger of UFC and BKFC would bring an unprecedented level of excitement to fans. UFC, known for its elite, all-around fighters, and BKFC, famous for its bare-knuckle brawls, operate in distinctly different environments. However, if anyone can bridge the gap, it's McGregor.
After all, he successfully crossed over to boxing, pulling off one of the most hyped events in combat sports history when he faced Floyd Mayweather Jr. in 2017. Drawing a comparison to that groundbreaking collaboration, McGregor said, "Maybe a joint partnership. Bare Knuckle/UFC. Similar to McGregor Sports & Entertainment and Mayweather Promotions."
But McGregor’s comments aren’t just about entertainment; they're also about staying active. After multiple setbacks, including injuries and delays in scheduling his next fight, McGregor is hungry for action. “I need to be busy,” he stressed, acknowledging that time on the sidelines has tested his patience. "Patience is one of the most important skills a human being can possess."
Fans have long speculated about what McGregor's next career moves would be, especially as his two remaining UFC fights edge closer. Some wonder if he could take a BKFC fight in between his UFC obligations or if this partnership might allow for crossover events that could blur the lines between MMA and bare-knuckle boxing.
The UFC and BKFC collaboration, should it materialize, could be a game-changer in combat sports, providing fans with high-profile matchups and showcasing a raw, ungloved form of fighting rarely seen at the mainstream level. If McGregor can pull off this partnership, it could be a massive win not only for him but also for the UFC and BKFC—two powerhouse organizations that, together, could bring something entirely new to the fight world.
As always, McGregor keeps the world watching. Whether this joint venture comes to fruition or not, one thing is certain: when McGregor speaks, the world listens. And with two fights left on his UFC contract, all eyes are on "The Notorious" to see just how he'll shake up the combat sports landscape next.
Stay tuned to see how McGregor's latest vision unfolds—because in the fight world, anything is possible when McGregor is involved.
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