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      Conor McGregor accepts Oscar De La Hoya challenge after American vowed to KO him in two rounds

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      CONOR McGREGOR accepted Oscar De La Hoya’s challenge after the Golden Boy vowed to KO him in two rounds.
      De La Hoya 47, retired from boxing after losing to Manny Pacquiao in 2008.

      Conor McGregor accepted Oscar De La Hoya’s offer last yearCredit: Getty Images

      De La Hoya vowed to KO McGregor in two roundsCredit: Handout – Getty

      But that didn’t stop him from calling out UFC superstar McGregor last summer.
      McGregor will take on Dustin Poirier in Abu Dhabi at UFC 257 this weekend, and he has plenty of future fight offers.
      De La Hoya told State of Combat: “Oh come on brother, two rounds [against McGregor].
      “One thing about me, I went for the kill, always.

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      “Look, McGregor, I love him in the Octagon, I respect him.
      “I watch him all the time but the boxing ring is a whole different story.”
      McGregor responded to De La Hoya’s threat, tweeting: “I accept your challenge.”

      Should they clash in the boxing ring, McGregor could have a tough time.
      De La Hoya is a lineal champ in three weight divisions and won 39 of his 45 fights.

      And McGregor recently admitted he would have to change his style after being taught a lesson in his 2017 boxing fight with Floyd Mayweather.
      McGregor said: “I actually look at the Mayweather fight, the shots on the bag and the way I was punching and I actually can’t even watch that.
      “I shiver when I see the way I was throwing my punches back then. I just wasn’t sitting right on them, just floating through the air.

      “Now I’m getting into positions and sitting in. Got to go through everything to learn, to truly learn. Experience is the best teacher of all.”
      The Golden Boy recently said he’s targeting early 2021 for a comeback.
      He told DAZN: “I’m 90 percent positive that I’m coming back the first quarter of next year.”
      And he added: “I’m open to fighting GGG!”

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      Jake Paul calls Conor McGregor ‘world’s biggest chicken’ in odd Instagram clip as ‘YouTube kid’ makes £37m fight offer

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      JAKE PAUL once again called out Conor McGregor as he labelled the UFC superstar ‘the world’s biggest chicken’.
      Social media phenomenon Paul is not giving up in his tireless pursuit of fighting the Irishman.

      Jake Paul once again called out Conor McGregorCredit: Instagram @jakepaul

      Jake Paul labelled Conor McGregor ‘the world’s biggest chicken’Credit: Instagram @jakepaul

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      In his latest Instagram post, the 2-0 American tucks into some chicken while accusing McGregor of avoiding him.
      Paul, 24, said: “I love all chickens, besides Conor McGregor. He is the world’s biggest chicken.
      “Conor, you were just talking about me in the media saying, ‘If it makes money, it makes sense.

      “I offered you $50 million, you’re getting paid $5million to fight Dustin Poirier. I think you’re a chicken.”
      Paul is referencing McGregor’s interview with Bloomberg, where he was asked about the new wave of YouTubers crossing over to the ring.
      He said: “As they say, if it makes dollars, it makes sense. I know Dana [White] and the UFC are not really into it, but I’m not so against it.
      “I think if people are willing to get in and take the risk of making that walk, I’m certainly a viewer.”

      McGregor did not address Paul’s viral callout, where he called the former two-weight UFC champion an ‘Irish c***’ and claimed he sent him a £37m ($50m) fight offer.

      The 32-year-old has appeared uninterested in engaging with Paul, instead focussing on his UFC return on Saturday, against Poirier.
      But McGregor has revealed talks are progressing for a boxing match between himself and Manny Pacquiao, 42.
      Despite giving Paul the silent treatment, the southpaw’s training partner Dylan Moran has been caught in the crosshairs of the feud.
      Paul mocked McGregor for sparring the 26-year-old, and uploaded a video of the welterweight’s only ever defeat, a third round knockout.
      The internet sensation again went after 15-1 Moran, by using a clip of his loss as he called to fight The Notorious.
      Paul said: “You have never been offered $50million to fight someone, meanwhile you’re sparring guys who get knocked out by this dude.”

      Jake Paul is chasing a fight with Conor McGregor Credit: AP:Associated Press

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      Conor McGregor open to boxing YouTuber Jake Paul as he prepares to face Dustin Poirier at UFC 257 on Fight Island

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      CONOR MCGREGOR has suggested he’s open to boxing YouTube star Jake Paul.
      Paul, the younger brother of fellow YouTuber Logan, has been gunning for a blockbuster showdown with the UFC’s poster boy ever since his demolition of Nate Robinson last November.

      Jake Paul has been gunning for a boxing match with Conor McGregorCredit: INSTAGRAM@JAKEPAUL

      Conor McGregor is seemingly open to boxing Jake PaulCredit: INSTAGRAM@THENOTORIOUSMMA

      McGregor has ignored the social media star’s multiple call-outs and his direct message on Instagram, although he’s now addressed the possibility of facing the 23-year-old.
      When asked about the Paul brothers and other celebs entering the ring, McGregor told Bloomberg: “Am I into those competitions myself?
      “You know it’s not the most high-level – if any level – at that stage.
      “Obviously the [Mike] Tyson vs [Roy] Jones [Jr] fight was very high level and very interesting to see what they’re like in their older age. I thought they both fought amazingly.

      “As they say, if it makes dollars, it makes sense. I know Dana [White] and the UFC are not really into it, but I’m not so against it.
      “I think if people are willing to get in and take the risk of making that walk, I’m certainly a viewer.”
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      McGregor, 32, is currently eyeing a multi-million-pound showdown with WBA welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao, who is represented by the same management company as the Irishman.

      The Notorious told Sports Net: “It’s almost a certainty. I’m hearing there’s contracts and all coming. It’s that close.
      “So, I don’t, I haven’t spoke — it should happen 2021. Like I said I want to get my MMA game going a bit more as well.
      “Look, I’m fighting [Dustin] Poirier who’s a southpaw, Manny’s a southpaw.

      “I’ve been fighting professional boxers in the gym, sparring with southpaw boxers in the gym in preparation not just for Dustin but for Manny.
      “I’ve had shorter, 5’5 rockets coming at me, you know what I mean.”
      Before McGregor can think about sharing the ring with Pacman, he must first win his long-awaited return to the octagon – which takes place this weekend in Abu Dhabi.
      McGregor’s first outing in over a year will headline UFC 257 on Saturday night and will see him lock horns with former interim lightweight champion Dustin Poirier.
      The fight will be a rematch of the pair’s meeting six years ago at UFC 178, which McGregor won in devastating fashion to announce himself to the world as a legitimate featherweight title contender.
      McGregor is eyeing an even better performance in his desert showdown with The Diamond, saying: “I will knock Dustin out inside 60 seconds.”
      He added: “I love Dustin, I think he’s a good fighter. He’s even a great fighter, you know? But great is still levels below me.”
      UFC 257 will take place at the Etihad Arena on Yas Island and will close out the promotion’s third ‘Fight Island’ run.

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      Ex-UFC star Paige VanZant bulking up for brutal bare-knuckle boxing debut as she shows off ‘progress of hard work’

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      PAIGE VANZANT appears to have bulked up for her bare-knuckle boxing debut – showing off her ‘progress of hard work’.
      The ex-UFC star makes her brutal switch into the ring on February 5, having signed for Bare Knuckle Boxing Fighting Championship in 2020.

      Paige VanZant appears to have bulked up for her bare-knuckle boxing debut

      Ex-UFC star Paige VanZant pictured in June

      She will face former pro boxer Britain Hart – who is 1-2 in BKBFC.
      And VanZant looks to be in fine form as she flexed her biceps on Instagram and revealed a ripped abdomen.
      The American left the UFC with an 8-5 MMA record before deciding to embark on a new venture.
      Hart, 30, meanwhile has boxed 11 times as a professional, with a record of 4-4-3, before her BKBFC switch in 2018.

      BKBFC president David Feldman told MMAFighting: “Britain’s a real tough girl – she’s skilled, but she’s not the best technical boxer in the world
      “Paige isn’t going to have to chase her down.
      “It’s going to be competitive, but I think it’s going to be a good opponent choice for Paige on her first event.
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      “[Paige is] getting paid very well, and I don’t think we could have thrown her somebody that never fought bare-knuckle before, or at least someone that had a pretty well-established record.
      “I don’t think the fans would have liked that. We’re going to give the fans what they want.”
      VanZant will kick off her bare-knuckle career two days before the Super Bowl, which is currently scheduled for February 7 at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.
      As a result, the promotion are hoping to steal some attention from the NFL finale coverage before the fight.

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      Conor McGregor says Pacquiao fight ‘looks like it’ll take place this year’ as UFC star vows to win boxing world title

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      UFC star Conor McGregor has declared he WILL step back inside the squared circle this year to face WBA welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao.
      The 32-year-old – who is preparing for his rematch against Dustin Poirier on January 23 – has stated he is desperate to win a boxing world title before he retires.

      Conor McGregor has spoken of his desire to face Manny Pacquiao in 2021

      McGregor last competed in boxing in August 2017 when he was stopped by Floyd Mayweather in the tenth round.
      The Notorious’ boxing coach Phil Sutcliffe revealed earlier this week that there is an ’85-90 per cent chance’ he will fight Pac Man after his bout against Poirier.
      And now McGregor has further fuelled speculation that the pair will pit their wits against each other in 2021.
      The match-up could be easy to make as both McGregor and Pacquiao, the current WBA welterweight champ, represented by Paradigm Sports Management.

      Speaking to his personal website, The Mac Life, about the possibility of facing the 42-year-old, he said: “I know that talks are intensifying for [a fight] this year.
      “I am excited for a Manny Pacquiao bout and it looks like it will happen this year.
      “What time this year? I am not sure.
      “We’ll have to have some good discussions with Dana White and the UFC and see where it goes.

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      McGregor could face Pacquiao after his rematch against Manny Pacquiao on January 23Credit: Getty Images – Getty

      “I am open to it all, ready for it all.
      “I will certainly attain a boxing world title before I call it a day.
      “And I would be excited to do that against Emmanuel Pacquiao.”
      Earlier this week, Pacman also fanned the flames by claiming he’d rather fight the Crumlin superstar over Errol Spence.
      Reported by Business Mirror, he said: “He is too slow (Spence). Spence is slower than Thurman.
      “They [Spence/McGregor] are my options, but right now I want to experience fighting an MMA [fighter].”

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      Ryan Garcia hints at MMA fight against UFC star Conor McGregor after calling out Gervonta Davis for boxing showdown

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      RYAN GARCIA hinted he would be willing to make a switch to MMA in order to fight UFC superstar Conor McGregor.
      McGregor made the move into boxing in 2017, losing in a lucrative crossover match with Floyd Mayweather.

      Ryan Garcia hinted he would switch to MMA to fight UFC’s Conor McGregorCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Now, the Irishman wants to try his luck again with ‘talks intensifying’ to fight Filipino legend Manny Pacquiao.
      Garcia was then brought into the conversation after a fan urged him to box McGregor, but the American Golden Boy fancies a crack in the cage.
      He tweeted: “Imagine one day I don’t box Connor (sic) but I face him in MMA haha that would be crazy.”

      Garica has talked up a transition into MMA before, even claiming he would knock out McGregor’s training partner Dillon Danis.

      But, for now the unbeaten 22-year-old looks set to chase a grudge match with Gervonta Davis.
      Davis, 26, has accepted the fight, with Garcia happy to snub his mandatory shot at Devin Haney’s WBC belt in order to face Floyd Mayweather’s protege.
      Looking further ahead, Garcia is also ready to rival McGregor in the pursuit to fight PacMan.

      It comes with the eight-division champion, 42, previously admitting he only has two fights left before retirement.

      Garcia told eNews: “With Manny, it’s like he’s the Legend. It would be like passing it down to me in the most humbling way.
      “I don’t want it to come out as disrespectful. If I were to beat Manny Pacquiao, he passes it on. I take whatever he did I try to push it.”
      “Manny knows my respect for him. “People love Manny because he fights with his heart.
      “He does it to inspire people. You don’t even have to tell people to respect him. They do as he has more than a country supporting him.”

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      Conor McGregor says Pacquiao fight ‘looks like it will take place this year’ as UFC star vows to win boxing world title

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      UFC star Conor McGregor has declared he WILL step back inside the squared circle this year to face WBA welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao.
      The 32-year-old – who is preparing for his rematch against Dustin Poirier on January 23 – has stated he is desperate to win a boxing world title before he retires.

      Conor McGregor has spoken of his desire to face Manny Pacquiao in 2021

      McGregor last competed in boxing in August 2017 when he was stopped by Floyd Mayweather in the tenth round.
      The Notorious’ boxing coach Phil Sutcliffe revealed earlier this week that there is an ’85-90 per cent chance’ he will fight Pac Man after his bout against Poirier.
      And now McGregor has further fuelled speculation that the pair will pit their wits against each other in 2021.
      The match-up could be easy to make as both McGregor and Pacquiao, the current WBA welterweight champ, represented by Paradigm Sports Management.

      Speaking to his personal website, The Mac Life, about the possibility of facing the 42-year-old, he said: “I know that talks are intensifying for [a fight] this year.
      “I am excited for a Manny Pacquiao bout and it looks like it will happen this year.
      “What time this year? I am not sure.
      “We’ll have to have some good discussions with Dana White and the UFC and see where it goes.

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      McGregor could face Pacquiao after his rematch against Manny Pacquiao on January 23Credit: Getty Images – Getty

      “I am open to it all, ready for it all.
      “I will certainly attain a boxing world title before I call it a day.
      “And I would be excited to do that against Emmanuel Pacquiao.”
      Earlier this week, Pacman also fanned the flames by claiming he’d rather fight the Crumlin superstar over Errol Spence.
      Reported by Business Mirror, he said: “He is too slow (Spence). Spence is slower than Thurman.
      “They [Spence/McGregor] are my options, but right now I want to experience fighting an MMA [fighter].”

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      Jake Paul calls out Conor McGregor protege Dylan Moran after Irish star said he would put Paul brothers ‘to sleep’

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      JAKE PAUL has hit back at Conor McGregor’s sparring partner Dylan Moran after the boxer vowed to KO the YouTuber.
      The Irish welterweight recently vowed to teach Paul and his older brother, Logan, ‘some manners’ if they show up to Abu Dhabi for McGregor’s UFC 257 rematch with Dustin Poirier.

      Dylan Moran is currently in Abu Dhabi helping Conor McGregor prepare for hIs UFC 257 showdown with Dustin PoirierCredit: INSTAGRAM@DYLANMORANN

      Dylan Moran has found himself on the receiving end of trolling from Jake PaulCredit: INSTAGRAM@DYLANMORANN

      Jake Paul has been campaigning heavily for a boxing match with Conor McGregorCredit: INSTAGRAM

      It didn’t take long for Paul to get wind of Moran’s threat, which he responded to his Instagram story.
      He said: “Conor’s taking easy fights. But he’s been sparring in Ireland!”
      In a clearly sarcastic tone, Paul added: “He’s been boxing, going against some phenomenal, exciting Irish talent.
      “This kid must be really good, because Conor’s a ‘good boxer’ right? And then we looked this kid up!

      “Ladies and gentlemen, presenting to you: the big, bad, exciting Irish talent – Dylan Moran, the kid that Conor McGregor is sparring against. Take a look!”
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      Paul’s story then cut to footage of Moran being dropped three times in his 2019 loss to Dennis Okoth.
      The final image was of Moran on the canvas, a snap which included the accompanying caption: “This is who Conor is calling a phenomenal boxer.”

      Paul’s trolling of Moran is his latest attempt to get under the skin of The Notorious, who he’s desperate to fight.
      The 23-year-old has been campaigning relentlessly for a bout with the Dubliner since his stunning KO of Nate Robinson last November, going as far as to direct message the former two-division UFC champion on Instagram.

      In an expletive-laden Instagram video, Paul said to Mystic Mac: “What the f** is up you Irish c**t? Good morning Conor McGregor.
      “I know you’re probably beating up old dudes in a bar right now or maybe you’re j**ing off as you’re sick of f***ing your wife, I mean, she’s a four [out of ten], Conor you could do a lot better, but happy Monday!
      “My team sent you a $50 million offer this morning, $50 million cash, proof of funds, the biggest fight offer you’ve ever been offered.
      “But you’re scared to fight me Conor. You duck me as you’re scared to fight a YouTuber.

      “You’re 0-1 as a boxer, I’m 2-0 as a boxer. I just came off the eighth biggest pay-per-view event in history.
      “But you want to fight Dustin Poirier, who has less followers on Instagram than my f***ing dog, that’s a fact.
      “And Dana White, you’re a f***ing p***y, you ugly f***ing bald bitch.
      “You said there’s zero per cent chance of this fight happening but there’s zero percent of you getting some p****.
      “Conor, you’re scared, Dana, you’re scared. Sign the f***ng contract you idiots. Irish b***h, f**k these guys.”

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