“I’m doing it, bro. Yeah.” Conor McGregor recently teased his potential Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship debut during an interview with MMA journalist The Schmo.“One of these days, you’ll hear my music play at BKFC. I’ll walk out with my fists wrapped, no gloves, and fight out of nowhere—no promo, no nothing—just a random fight on the card. That could be my future.” His comments sparked a buzz among fans, especially ahead of the first BKFC event in Philadelphia, KnuckleMania V.

Could this be the Irishman’s way of ending his four-year hiatus from the fight world? The reaction to his statement was divided—some still believe in McGregor’s comeback, while his broken promises frustrate others. After teasing returns to the Octagon, including UFC 303, as well as a potential boxing match against Logan Paul in India, the Dubliner’s plans have failed to materialize, leaving fans disappointed.

However, McGregor’s longtime rival and former UFC welterweight Matt Brown had a change of heart. Initially skeptical about the Dubliner’s return, Brown now sees a potential BKFC bout as one of the most exciting matchups. In the latest interview with ‘MMA Fighting,’ Brown said, “I think that’s a no-brainer, bro. That’s by far the most exciting Conor McGregor fight out there right now. Does it happen? It’s a little unlikely, right? But maybe the UFC gets behind it. He did the boxing match with Floyd Mayweather—maybe they’ll support him. Conor would love to do it because you don’t have to get in the same shape, right? 

It’s difficult to take Conor McGregor’s recent claims seriously, especially after he stated he was, “in preliminary talks with the Ambani family to face Logan Paul in a boxing exhibition in India.” UFC boss Dana White, who responded with a firm “no” just a couple of weeks ago, swiftly dismissed this. This response highlights that, like many fans, Dana White is not eager to back the Irishman’s next move. However, Matt Brown believes there’s still a chance for redemption. Let’s see what he has planned.

What is Matt Brown’s plan to fix Conor McGregor’s image?

Conor McGregor’s life took a significant blow at the end of 2024, following a ruling in the Dublin High Court regarding a civil suit. A woman, Nikta Hand, accused ‘The Notorious’ of assault at a Dublin hotel back in 2018, sparking widespread controversy and global backlash. As a result, McGregor’s associates distanced themselves from him, brands severed ties, and he lost his promotion ambassador roles—a reality that seemed unimaginable just a few years ago.

However, Brown stopped short of calling McGregor “unsalvageable.” In an interview on the ‘Fighter vs. The Writer’ podcast, Brown offered insight into how McGregor could salvage his career, saying, “Conor is going to be in a sh-t 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.”

Now, all eyes are on Conor McGregor. Can he turn things around and stick to his promises? What do you think? Will Dana White allow the Irishman to fight for another promotion after losing support, especially with the recent Logan Paul vs. McGregor talks? Drop your thoughts below!