Conor McGregor ‘doing WWE because he’s incapable of fighting,’ according to Logan Paul
Logan Paul has publicly challenged Conor McGregor to a WWE match following McGregor's injury at UFC 329.
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- Primary Driver: Logan Paul has publicly challenged Conor McGregor to a WWE match following McGregor's injury at UFC 329.
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Logan Paul has expressed interest in a WWE matchup against Conor McGregor. This call-out follows McGregor's recent injury sustained during UFC 329.
Reports note that Paul sought permission from WWE leadership to pursue a bout with McGregor. Future developments depend on whether WWE authorizes a potential encounter.
Coverage does not yet specify a response from McGregor or any official confirmation regarding a match date.
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Conor McGregor ‘doing WWE because he’s incapable of fighting,’ according to Logan Paul MMA Mania · 59d ago broke it first
Quick answers
What prompted the call-out?
Logan Paul requested the fight following an injury Conor McGregor sustained at UFC 329.
Is the fight confirmed?
No. Reports state that Logan Paul requested permission from WWE, but coverage does not confirm an agreement.
What is Logan Paul's stance on McGregor's current career?
Paul characterized McGregor as being unable to fight and stated that he is currently 'cooked'.
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