Conor McGregor takes aim at Jake Paul and Mike Perry after Paul's TKO victory, accusing them of juicing and "sh---ing themselves." Perry fires back, challenging McGregor to a bare-knuckle fight.
MMA superstar Conor McGregor unleashed a barrage of insults at Jake Paul and Mike Perry following Paul's technical knockout victory over Perry in a boxing match on Saturday night. McGregor, who has engaged in a war of words with Paul in recent weeks, took to social media to express his disdain for the pair.
In a series of posts on Instagram, McGregor accused Paul of being a "p---bag," "juiced out of his head," and "sh---ing himself in there." He also questioned Perry's decision to call out Mike Tyson, who is 60 years old and recently suffered an in-flight medical emergency.
McGregor Rips Paul, Perry After 'Problem Child' Wins
Perry responded to McGregor's criticism, stating that McGregor has no authority to fire him as they are both owners of BKFC. He then challenged McGregor to a bare-knuckle fight, suggesting that it would be even more brutal than McGregor's infamous loss to Floyd Mayweather in 2017.
McGregor's comments come amidst a period of controversy for the Irish fighter. He has not fought since breaking his leg in a loss to Dustin Poirier in 2022, and his scheduled fight against Michael Chandler was called off at the last minute.
McGregor Rips Paul, Perry After 'Problem Child' Wins
McGregor's behavior both inside and outside the ring has raised questions about his future in combat sports. He has been involved in several altercations, including a physical confrontation with former teammate Artem Lobov, and his social media posts have often been inflammatory.
In contrast to McGregor's recent struggles, Jake Paul has been on a rapid rise in the boxing world. The 25-year-old has won all 10 of his professional fights, including victories over former UFC champions Ben Askren and Tyron Woodley.
McGregor Rips Paul, Perry After 'Problem Child' Wins
Paul's success has been met with skepticism by some, who question the legitimacy of his opponents and his boxing skills. However, Paul has consistently delivered entertaining performances and has drawn large crowds to his fights.
The mention of Mike Tyson by both Paul and Perry has raised speculation about a potential rematch between the boxing legend and Paul. Tyson has expressed interest in fighting Paul, and the two could potentially square off later this year.
A fight between Paul and Tyson would be a major event, but it would also carry significant risks for both fighters. Tyson is well past his prime, and a loss to Paul could damage his legacy. Conversely, a victory over Tyson would be a huge boost to Paul's boxing career.
The McGregor-Paul-Perry feud highlights the changing landscape of combat sports. YouTube stars and social media influencers are increasingly entering the ring, while traditional fighters like McGregor are facing new challenges.
It remains to be seen how these trends will shape the future of boxing and MMA. However, one thing is for sure: the combat sports world is more entertaining than ever before.
