In the electric aftermath of the DAZN boxing event at London’s O2 Arena, unexpected turns took the spotlight. Amid the exhilaration of Anthony Joshua’s victory over Robert Helenius, post-fight antics ignited the arena. While there was palpable excitement in the air inside the arena for the latest boxing event, UFC star Conor McGregor had a surprise in store. The ostentatious presence of McGregor meant that spectators were never too far away from drama outside the ring. True to form, ‘The Notorious’ announced his readiness for a long-awaited return to the boxing ring. The Irish fighter’s target? None other than KSI, the internet sensation and co-founder of ‘Sidemen’.

This intriguing encounter transpired during the post-fight festivities of the boxing bout in front of more than 20,000 spectators who came to the event. The Irishman’s mockery and contempt for KSI was evident when he remarked: “Yeah, that man KSI over there. He couldn’t box it. He couldn’t box eggs, if he walked in a f*cking egg boxing factory.” But the question that arises here is – why is McGregor so keen on having a fight against KSI now? Is there more than what meets the eye?

Flashback banter: Conor McGregor’s amusing exchange with KSI

It looks like the hostility between the ‘Notorious,’ and KSI seems to run deeper than the surface. A viral interaction from six years ago has recently resurfaced, shedding light on their history. In this flashback, the duo engaged in a playful interview, delving into the world of the UFC, as they played the UFC 2 game. During this encounter, a distinctive element emerged when McGregor couldn’t ignore KSI’s unique laughter. The Irishman’s remark punctuated the interview: “That’s the maddest laugh I’ve ever heard in my life.”

As the interview continued, the banter flowed naturally. McGregor playfully pointed out, “You just play games all day long and…” KSI, ever ready with a response, chimed in with a touch of humor, “Well – yeah! I mean, I do other stuff as well… but yeah, I’m mainly known for the gaming, yeah…”

Was there anything behind this seemingly harmless conversation that sowed the seeds of rivalry between these two men? They would know best. However, one thing is for sure. The audacious call from ‘The Notorious’ in the O2 arena has echoed widely, capturing the attention of fans and experts alike. This is how it came about.

In his capacity as a sponsor for Joshua’s latest fight, McGregor’s brand, Forged Irish Stout, shared the limelight with the boxing spectacle. As he stepped into the ring for an interview with host Ade Oladipo, McGregor’s microphone prowess once again stole the show. Amid the cheers and cameras, he reinforced his challenge to KSI, proposing an unprecedented confrontation governed by bare-knuckle rules.

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The resurfacing of their earlier banter adds an intriguing layer to the impending clash between McGregor and KSI. As fans eagerly await the realization of this cross-disciplinary showdown, the past echoes in the present, setting the stage for a captivating narrative in the world of combat sports.

What do you think? Is there a potential boxing comeback for the UFC star in the making? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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