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KSI Calls Off Fight and Throws Shade at Conor McGregor

KSI FaZe Temperrr BoxingKSI has called off his 2-on-1 boxing fight which was scheduled to headline Misfits 17 on August 31 and…

KSI FaZe Temperrr Boxing

KSI has called off his 2-on-1 boxing fight which was scheduled to headline Misfits 17 on August 31 and has some words for Conor McGregor.

KSI was set to take on Bellator veteran Anthony Taylor and Slim Albaher in a 2-on-1 tag team match. It was an intriguing matchup, but on Thursday, the YouTuber-turned-boxer took to social media to announce he is out of the fight due to an injury.

“Hey everyone, I have some important news to share and I wanted you to hear it directly from me. The fight with Slim and AT is off. I have been battling with an injury (not my toe lol) since I began training for this fight and unfortunately this has worsened during camp which is why you haven’t seen my usual enthusiasm. Despite my best efforts to push through the pain, it has reached a point where I can no longer spar or even hit pads or do bag work,” KSI wrote.

“On my doctor’s orders, I have been advised to withdraw from Misfits 017 at the 3Arena in Dublin on August 31st. I know this might be disappointing for many of you, and I hate letting you down. However, I will be taking some time out to rest, so I can get back into the ring as soon as possible. Rest assured, I’ll be back soon: fitter; stronger; healthier and ready for any challenge,” KSI added.

KSI threw a subtle jab at Conor McGregor in his statement saying he did not pull out due to his toe injury. Of course, the Irishman was forced out of his UFC 303 scrap against Michael Chandler due to a broken pinky toe.

Conor McGregor even responded to KSI’s post saying no one cares that he had to pull out of his boxing match with an injury.

Conor McGregor Called Out KSI In The Past

Conor McGregor and KSI have a little rivalry as the YouTuber has said he wants to fight the Irishman in the future.

McGregor is one of the biggest stars in combat sports, and the Irishman has also shown interest in fighting KSI. But, McGregor called for the fight to be in BKFC.

“I know your man KSI is in the crowd, yeah? And he couldn’t box eggs if he worked in an egg boxing factory,” McGregor exclaimed. “So if he wants to get in here, I’ll give him a final — bare-knuckle, if he wants.”

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However, it does seem unlikely that KSI would do a bare-knuckle fight against McGregor. But, perhaps the two will end up boxing each other in the future.

‘They can have him’ Conor McGregor applauds Dana White for releasing Muhammad Mokaev

‘They Can Have Him’ Conor McGregor Applauds Dana White for Releasing Muhammad MokaevAmid the exit of promotional-perfect flyweight contender, Muhammad Mokaev from the UFC off the back of last weekend’s win…

‘They Can Have Him’ Conor McGregor Applauds Dana White for Releasing Muhammad Mokaev

Amid the exit of promotional-perfect flyweight contender, Muhammad Mokaev from the UFC off the back of last weekend’s win over Manel Kape, former duel-weight champion, Conor McGregor has praised organizational brass for parting ways with the surging prospect.

Mokaev, who returned on the preliminary card of UFC 304 over the course of last weekend in Manchester, turned in a close, unanimous decision win over Angolan-born contender, Kape over the course of three rounds in the pair’s heated grudge match at the Co-op Live Arena. 

Dana White confirms Muhammad Mokaev set to split from UFC: 'PFL's going to get a great guy'

And after his win over Kape, surging flyweight contender, Mokaev, who was on the cusp of a championship charge at 125lbs, confirmed he had fought out his contract with the promotion – before UFC CEO, Dana White revealed he would not be resigned.

“I’m sure one of the matchmakers said something to him (Muhammad Mokaev) or whatever,” Dana White said after UFC 304. “The matchmakers aren’t big fans of his for many different reasons. There’s a lot of people who shoot takedowns in this business, a lot of guys that fight with that type of style. But it’s a lot more than just that.”

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“He’s not under contract anymore,” White said of Mokaev. “I think the PFL’s going to get a great undefeated guy. Good luck to him.”

And removed from the official flyweight rankings and officially departing the UFC, amid links to a move to the PFL, Mokaev has been urged to stay away from the Octagon in the future by the above-mentioned, McGregor.

Conor McGregor hits out at Muhammad Mokaev amid UFC exit

“They [the PFL] can have him (Muhammad Mokaev),” Conor McGregor replied to a video of Dana White discussing a potential PFL move for Muhammad Mokaev. (H/T SportsBible)

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Himself expected to make good on a rumored return in December, McGregor shared new footage of him training at his home base in Kildare this week – ahead of a potential fight at UFC 310 against rival, Michael Chandler. 

‘They can have him’ Conor McGregor applauds Dana White for releasing Muhammad Mokaev

‘They Can Have Him’ Conor McGregor Applauds Dana White for Releasing Muhammad MokaevAmid the exit of promotional-perfect flyweight contender, Muhammad Mokaev from the UFC off the back of last weekend’s win…

‘They Can Have Him’ Conor McGregor Applauds Dana White for Releasing Muhammad Mokaev

Amid the exit of promotional-perfect flyweight contender, Muhammad Mokaev from the UFC off the back of last weekend’s win over Manel Kape, former duel-weight champion, Conor McGregor has praised organizational brass for parting ways with the surging prospect.

Mokaev, who returned on the preliminary card of UFC 304 over the course of last weekend in Manchester, turned in a close, unanimous decision win over Angolan-born contender, Kape over the course of three rounds in the pair’s heated grudge match at the Co-op Live Arena. 

Dana White confirms Muhammad Mokaev set to split from UFC: 'PFL's going to get a great guy'

And after his win over Kape, surging flyweight contender, Mokaev, who was on the cusp of a championship charge at 125lbs, confirmed he had fought out his contract with the promotion – before UFC CEO, Dana White revealed he would not be resigned.

“I’m sure one of the matchmakers said something to him (Muhammad Mokaev) or whatever,” Dana White said after UFC 304. “The matchmakers aren’t big fans of his for many different reasons. There’s a lot of people who shoot takedowns in this business, a lot of guys that fight with that type of style. But it’s a lot more than just that.”

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“He’s not under contract anymore,” White said of Mokaev. “I think the PFL’s going to get a great undefeated guy. Good luck to him.”

And removed from the official flyweight rankings and officially departing the UFC, amid links to a move to the PFL, Mokaev has been urged to stay away from the Octagon in the future by the above-mentioned, McGregor.

Conor McGregor hits out at Muhammad Mokaev amid UFC exit

“They [the PFL] can have him (Muhammad Mokaev),” Conor McGregor replied to a video of Dana White discussing a potential PFL move for Muhammad Mokaev. (H/T SportsBible)

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Himself expected to make good on a rumored return in December, McGregor shared new footage of him training at his home base in Kildare this week – ahead of a potential fight at UFC 310 against rival, Michael Chandler. 

Sean O’Malley’s Unfiltered Three-Word Reaction to Conor McGregor’s Latest Training Session

Sean O'Malley on Conor McGregor training footageConor McGregor has released fresh training footage of him hitting the pads and UFC champion Sean O’Malley is not…

Sean O'Malley on Conor McGregor training footage

Conor McGregor has released fresh training footage of him hitting the pads and UFC champion Sean O’Malley is not at all impressed.

Conor McGregor

The Notorious’ Conor McGregor has been confirmed to fight Michael Chandler on different dates but the Irish-born striker continues to postpone the match for different reasons. The most recent pushing of the date had to do with a toe injury.

Many fans speculate on how active Conor McGregor actually is in the training room given how hesitant he has been to confirm a date. Additionally, his social media activity typically revolves around partying and yachting, with less focus on training in the gym. Therefore, new training footage becomes major news.

Historically, Conor McGregor is one of the biggest stars in MMA history. The Irishman was a UFC two-division champion having captured both titles by way of knockout. Next, McGregor faced all-time great Floyd Mayweather Jr. in a blockbuster boxing fight. But in more recent years, he is coming off of two losses and has not had a match since 2021. Conor McGregor needed some time after the leg break he suffered against rival Dustin Poirier.

Sean O’Malley

The US-born Sean O’Malley became the UFC bantamweight champion and is a new star for the organization. The 29-year-old athlete impressed MMA fans worldwide with his highlight reel knockouts early in his career. With an impressive win against the highly skilled Petr Yan, he punched his ticket for a title fight.

‘Suga’ Sean O’Malley then knocked out Aljamain Sterling to capture the bantamweight crown. He would later defend this title against ‘Chito’ Marlon Vera thus avenging an earlier loss. Next, he will look to defend his title later this year against Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 306.

Sean O’Malley on Conor McGregor

Recently, McGregor released new footage of him hitting pads:

UFC champion Sean O’Malley responded with merely three words:

“Slow and sloppy”

Sean O’Malley’s Unfiltered Three-Word Reaction to Conor McGregor’s Latest Training Session

Sean O'Malley on Conor McGregor training footageConor McGregor has released fresh training footage of him hitting the pads and UFC champion Sean O’Malley is not…

Sean O'Malley on Conor McGregor training footage

Conor McGregor has released fresh training footage of him hitting the pads and UFC champion Sean O’Malley is not at all impressed.

Conor McGregor

The Notorious’ Conor McGregor has been confirmed to fight Michael Chandler on different dates but the Irish-born striker continues to postpone the match for different reasons. The most recent pushing of the date had to do with a toe injury.

Many fans speculate on how active Conor McGregor actually is in the training room given how hesitant he has been to confirm a date. Additionally, his social media activity typically revolves around partying and yachting, with less focus on training in the gym. Therefore, new training footage becomes major news.

Historically, Conor McGregor is one of the biggest stars in MMA history. The Irishman was a UFC two-division champion having captured both titles by way of knockout. Next, McGregor faced all-time great Floyd Mayweather Jr. in a blockbuster boxing fight. But in more recent years, he is coming off of two losses and has not had a match since 2021. Conor McGregor needed some time after the leg break he suffered against rival Dustin Poirier.

Sean O’Malley

The US-born Sean O’Malley became the UFC bantamweight champion and is a new star for the organization. The 29-year-old athlete impressed MMA fans worldwide with his highlight reel knockouts early in his career. With an impressive win against the highly skilled Petr Yan, he punched his ticket for a title fight.

‘Suga’ Sean O’Malley then knocked out Aljamain Sterling to capture the bantamweight crown. He would later defend this title against ‘Chito’ Marlon Vera thus avenging an earlier loss. Next, he will look to defend his title later this year against Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 306.

Sean O’Malley on Conor McGregor

Recently, McGregor released new footage of him hitting pads:

UFC champion Sean O’Malley responded with merely three words:

“Slow and sloppy”

Conor McGregor shows off new training footage ahead of Michael Chandler fight

Conor McGregor shows off new training footage ahead of Michael Chandler fightSurviving his latest brush with the law earlier this week, former two-time UFC champion, Conor McGregor has shown off…

Conor McGregor shows off new training footage ahead of Michael Chandler fight

Surviving his latest brush with the law earlier this week, former two-time UFC champion, Conor McGregor has shown off some of his patented striking at his homebase gym, as rumors regarding a December return at UFC 310 continue to run rife, in a rescheduled clash with Michael Chandler.

McGregor, a former undisputed lightweight and featherweight champion, was slated to make his return at UFC 303 at the end of last month during International Fight Week – taking on the above-mentioned, Chandler.

Conor McGregor hit with five month suspended sentence, two year driving ban

Fracturing a toe on his left foot just weeks out from his fight with the former three-time Bellator MMA champion, McGregor has yet to feature since he fractured his left tibia and fibula in a first round doctor’s stoppage TKO loss to Dustin Poirier three years ago. 

Conor McGregor shares new striking footage

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And sharing footage of his striking pad work ahead of an impending return to action, McGregor posted new videos – with the caption “up outta that” – with fans clamoring for a December comeback for the Dublin counter striker. 

Earlier this week, following his travels with his family, McGregor appeared at Blanchardstown District Court where he was issued a five-month suspensed jail sentence, and was disqualified from driving for two-years, after pleading guilty to his latest driving offenses. 

Conor McGregor provides update on return amid links to December fight comeback loading

Without a win since 2020, McGregor most recently turned in a dominant opening round win over former lightweight title challenger and Hall of Fame inductee, Donald Cerrone with a stunning high-kick and strikes knockout win inside just 40 seconds. 

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