Conor McGregor, already facing a storm of personal backlash over the past month, has once again found himself under fire. This time, the criticism stems from his latest social media declaration, “I am in preliminary agreement with the Ambani family to face Logan Paul in an exhibition boxing match” While ‘The Notorious’ expressed optimism that fans would be excited to see him return to action, even in a boxing ring, the announcement drew sharp criticism from both fans and analysts. Many questioned if this marks the end of the former two-division champion’s UFC career and whether he will ever step inside the Octagon again.

Amid this uproar, former UFC welterweight Matt Brown emerged as one of Conor McGregor‘s harshest critics, doubling down on his claim that the Irishman’s MMA days were over. During his recent appearance on The Fighter vs. The Writer, Brown delivered a scathing assessment of the UFC star’s future. “There’s so much money to be made doing a Logan Paul fight. Of course, he would do that. He doesn’t have to come back and fight a f*cking Islam [Makhachev] or something, or Dustin Poirier, or [Nate] Diaz, or anything. He’s just going and boxing a guy who is not a pro boxer.”

The Dubliner has been on hiatus since 2021 following his fight against Dustin Poirier, during which he suffered a broken ankle that split into two parts. Earlier this year, McGregor was set to face Michael Chandler, but a “pinky toe” injury disrupted those plans, leaving the fight’s future uncertain. This is not the first time Matt Brown has aimed for ‘Mystic Mac’. Their feud escalated last year after a heated exchange on social media, where McGregor called Brown a “h-roin addict.” In retaliation, Brown responded by calling himself a “former user” and accusing the Irishman of being a “current user.”

Despite their ongoing feud, Brown’s criticism doesn’t entirely lack concern for Conor McGregor. According to Brown, ‘The Notorious’ repeatedly raises false hopes among his fans by teasing potential UFC comebacks while avoiding real competition inside the Octagon. Brown, who claims to have been one of the first to predict McGregor’s decline in the UFC, believes the Irish star needs a reality check to regain focus. Let’s dive into Brown’s perspective and his advice.

Matt Brown’s best advice to Conor McGregor

MMA community finds it difficult to recall the time when Conor McGregor was the face of the UFC, dominating the fight arena with his undeniable charisma and skill. Unfortunately, the Irish star’s actions caused his sharp decline from fame. His erratic behavior and lack of discipline, which many view as the primary factors behind his downfall, eventually halted his meteoric ascent.

Recently, McGregor’s troubles have been further amplified by a civil lawsuit, adding another layer to his already tarnished reputation. A 35-year-old Irish woman accused him of as**ult in Dublin back in 2018, and following the verdict, ‘The Notorious’ lost several business partnerships. Even within the fighting community, many are urging him to leave behind the lifestyle that contributed to his fall from grace.

Among those offering guidance is Matt Brown, who recently weighed in on Conor McGregor’s situation. In an interview, Brown delivered a straightforward message for McGregor’s potential redemption, “Conor is going to be in a sh**storm here… I don’t think this is unsalvageable, but he has to be the one to salvage it. No one’s going to be the one to save him in this situation. The UFC can’t save him. He has to do the right things. Get the f*ck out of the clubs. Put down the straws and get back in the gym.”

What’s your take on Matt Brown’s perspective? Do you believe Conor McGregor’s MMA career, particularly with the UFC, is truly over? Will ‘Mystic Mac’ ever return to the sport and finish the journey he began a decade ago? Share your thoughts below.