Conor McGregor’s rumored bout against Logan Paul at Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede Stadium has sparked fan creativity online. The fight, set to take place during India’s 'Visit India' tourism campaign, is reportedly hosted by the Ambani family, with both fighters earning a staggering $250 million each.
McGregor hinted at his plans to visit India with a post on Dec. 30, exciting fans about the historic event.
McGregor has been absent from competition since his leg injury during a trilogy fight against Dustin Poirier in July 2021. Although, McGregor was slated to face Michael Chandler in June 2023, he withdrew due to a broken pinky toe. Despite Chandler’s attempts to revive their matchup, the Irishman now seems focused on Logan Paul.
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Fans wasted no time mocking Chandler with AI-generated images of him holding the Indian flag, playfully suggesting he’s now campaigning for a fight in India.
One fan referenced his iconic phrase, joking:
""See you at the top of the Taj Mahal" - Michael Chandler, probably"
Another quipped:
“Chandler changing his name to ‘Logan Paul.’”
Check out some of the fan reactions below:
Ali Abdelaziz takes jibe at Conor McGregor amid Nikita Hand case
Conor McGregor is rumored to be leaving Ireland for the United States in the aftermath of the Nikita Hand case, igniting a new wave of controversy. McGregor, who was found guilty of assaulting Hand in a Dublin hotel in 2018, has been ordered to pay €248,000 in damages and cover the victim's legal fees. However, he denied the charges and plans to appeal the court's decision.
Ali Abdelaziz, Islam Makhachev's manager, used the opportunity to mock McGregor on social media. Abdelaziz posted:
"@TheNotoriousMMA I heard you leave Ireland because your court do you wanna sell your house?"
Check out Ali Abdelaziz's post below: