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In a universe where punches speak louder than words, sometimes a tweet delivers the knockout blow. Conor McGregor, the audacious MMA titan, and Canelo Alvarez, boxing’s crowned jewel, have taken their battle outside the ring. Not with gloves, but with 280 characters or less. A digital showdown, fierce and fast, witnessed by millions.

But what’s McGregor’s beef this time? Hint: It’s not about his favorite whiskey. And why did Canelo, usually so composed, respond with a zinger about quitting? What provoked this Twitter spar? Why did a simple mention of Floyd Mayweather fan these flames? Dive in as we untangle this feisty web.

McGregor’s bold claim: Did he outdo Canelo against Mayweather?

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Diving straight into the heart of the matter, let’s rewind a bit. Conor McGregor, primarily an MMA fighter, made a massive splash in the boxing world when he squared off against the unbeatable Floyd Mayweather in 2017. While he lost that bout, his courage and audacity in stepping into Mayweather’s realm won him many accolades. Notably, he landed several hits on Mayweather, a fact he isn’t shy about.

Similarly, Canelo Álvarez, a boxing powerhouse, faced Mayweather in 2013. It was a much-anticipated bout, with Canelo being a favorite for many. However, Mayweather’s experience and skill proved too much, handing Canelo a rare loss in his illustrious career.

Now, drawing from these histories, McGregor recently took to Twitter, stating, “One of the greatest performances in Professional Boxing this was. I landed more shots on Floyd than Canelo. I’d love another go.” This tweet, seemingly innocuous, was enough to stir the pot.

Canelo, always protective of his legacy, swiftly retorted, “I just need one hand with you and I don’t need to throw so many punches 🤣.” Such a direct jab from the boxing world’s pinnacle was unexpected by many.

Nevertheless, that was not the end of the row between the two combat sports athletes.

Canelo Alvarez has the final word!

Never one to back down, McGregor fired back, “Saul you uncooked chicken, I’ll stomp the ligaments out of your knee joint. I don’t even need hands to end you, I’ll kick you raw pink, leave you looking like you were left out in the sun too long haha freckle ar*e. I will see you and we will see. Canelo is a cornflake, no sugar.”

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Refusing to let McGregor have the last word, Canelo delivered a scathing comeback, “You act like a little kid😂 you have a big mouth and you know how to talk s**t well, but when the fight come you always quit hahahahhahahahaha.”

With every tweet, the anticipation escalates. Are we heading towards another crossover bout, or will this war remain digital? Only time, and perhaps a few more tweets, will tell.

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Is this all just a well-played promotional strategy, or do these combatants genuinely want to settle scores in the ring? Ultimately, only they hold the answers. But for now, we turn to you, our readers: Do you think Canelo and McGregor will ever face off in a match, or is this just another fleeting Twitter feud?

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