Conor McGregor found himself on an unlikely bus ride to Washington, D.C., alongside influencers Logan and Jake Paul, all heading to US President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration.
This unexpected meeting was captured in several social media posts, showing the trio on their way to the ceremony.
Fun and Friendly Vibes on the Bus
Jake Paul shared a photo of himself sitting between his brother Logan and McGregor, joking that the “Inauguration [was] going great.”
The Nelk Boys also posted a video of the group laughing, taking selfies, and enjoying the ride together.
This lighthearted scene offered a stark contrast to their usual public online spats.
McGregor’s mother, Margaret, also appeared in the posts, sitting behind the Paul brothers, further adding to the oddness of this unlikely gathering.
Speculations of a Major Fight in India
The meeting came amidst rumors of a potential $250 million boxing exhibition between McGregor and Logan Paul, which might take place in India later this year.
McGregor teased the possibility in December, announcing that he was in “preliminary agreements” with the Ambani family for the fight.
The event is expected to be part of a Visit India tourism campaign in 2025.
The planned venue for the clash is the 33,000-seat Wankhede cricket stadium in Mumbai, with McGregor reportedly set to earn $250 million for the bout.
Mukesh Ambani, the wealthiest man in India, is behind the event.
However, McGregor’s UFC contract still stands as a major obstacle, with two more fights owed to the promotion.
McGregor’s UFC Roadblock
Since breaking his leg in 2021 during his trilogy loss to Dustin Poirier, McGregor has been absent from the UFC.
His highly anticipated return was initially scheduled for UFC 303 in June 2024 against Michael Chandler.
The fight, promoted during The Ultimate Fighter season, seemed like a major event.
But McGregor pulled out due to an injury, leaving Chandler and the UFC disappointed.
Now, McGregor is considering other ventures like celebrity boxing, leaving fans wondering about his UFC future.
UFC president Dana White, a close ally of Donald Trump, was also in Washington, D.C. at the time, sparking speculation that McGregor’s return might be a topic of conversation between the two.
Chandler, in an exclusive interview, expressed his frustration, claiming that McGregor was looking for “easier” fights despite a previous “gentlemen’s agreement” for their matchup.
WWE’s Potential Roadblock
Meanwhile, Jake Paul has his own contractual dilemmas.
He made it clear that if WWE wants him to stay in their ring and skip the potential boxing match, they’d need to offer him a substantial sum.
“$250 million,” Paul said.
“If Nick Khan matches that, I’ll stay in the WWE.”
McGregor Reflects on the US Future
During the inauguration, McGregor shared his thoughts on the future of the United States.
“I’m very excited. Very optimistic about the future,” he said in an interview, drawing a comparison to the energy he felt during Trump’s 2016 win.
He praised Trump’s leadership and recognized the significance of America’s role in the world.
“America is the superpower of the world. Long may it continue,” McGregor added, expressing his deep admiration for both the US and his home country, Ireland.
He noted that Trump’s second term could have far-reaching effects, especially on Ireland, which is facing its own challenges.
What’s Coming Next?
With McGregor navigating his many ventures, including the UFC, celebrity boxing, and potential events with Logan Paul, the future remains as unpredictable as the bus ride that brought these two unlikely groups together.
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