Terence Crawford posted on social media a message to inactive former UFC champion Conor McGregor that he’s “getting again on the mat.”
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Crawford, 37, and McGregor reportedly not too long ago mentioned a two-fight deal, with one combat within the boxing ring and the opposite in an MMA match. Nevertheless, Crawford Rejected the deal, selecting to not pursue it regardless of the massive cash the 2 fights would herald.
Now, Crawford could have modified his thoughts after considering it over. In his social media put up, he let the rich 36-year-old McGregor know that he’s again on the [wrestling] mat, figuring out.
It may very well be that Crawford realizes how a lot dough he could make preventing McGregor and likes that concept greater than risking his neck preventing the younger 154-pounders for much less cash in boxing. McGregor hasn’t accomplished in MMA since 2021, dropping his final two matches.
He hasn’t gained a combat in that sport since 2020, and a few imagine McGregor has misplaced his starvation as a result of mega-wealth he’s collected from his combat towards Floyd Mayweather Jr. in 2017.
Crawford would make much less cash preventing McGregor than what Mayweather bankrolled. He reportedly made $280 million, however that was when McGregor was on the high of his fame. McGregor is now considered as an entrepreneur.
In keeping with Superstar Internet Price, McGregor’s fortune is estimated at $200 million. If he fights Crawford, that would bounce significantly, particularly if the Saudis present curiosity in financing these two matches.
“I’m right here working. I’m getting again on the mat. Hey, Conor. I’m getting again on the mat. Keep tuned, child,” stated Terence Crawford on social media, sending a message to former UFC champion Conor McGregor.
If Crawford sticks with boxing, he’ll doubtless lose quickly to one of many 154-lb fighters, like Sebastian Fundora or Tim Tszyu. He barely gained his debut at junior middleweight on August third towards Israil Madrimov.
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