UFC: Conor McGregor ‘in negotiations’ with Zuffa Boxing as Manny Pacquiao talks ‘ongoing’
- Conor McGregor hints he could ‘kick-start’ the UFC’s new venture as White reveals a few ‘speed bumps’ in the process
- The Irishman wants a Floyd Mayweather rematch, Manny Pacquiao, and a world boxing title in future
Conor McGregor has hinted he may scratch his boxing itch at the UFC-run Zuffa Boxing upon its launch expected later this year.
“Who knows, maybe I can kick-start Zuffa Boxing if we can get there,” said McGregor at the UFC 246 pre-fight press conference on Thursday, only days away from his mixed martial arts comeback bout against Donald Cerrone.
The 31-year-old Irishman (professional MMA record 21-4) – who famously lost to undefeated boxer Floyd Mayweather in a 2017 crossover fight – has three boxing targets in sight. A Mayweather rematch, a bout with Filipino legend Manny Pacquiao, and to win a boxing world title.
“I would love that Floyd rematch. I thought I done very well for what was in front of me. Some slight adjustments I’d have done even better and I feel now I could take that victory,” he said.
“The Manny Pacquiao [fight], the talks have been ongoing. For me an aspiration is also to win a boxing world title. That would be a phenomenal feather in the cap … and something I will achieve in the future. I’m feeling confident in my boxing ability.”