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McGregor Eyes Presidency Next Conor McGregor’s highly anticipated UFC comeback appears to be off the table as the former two-weight champion shifts his focus to a different kind of battle — Irish politics. The 36-year-old fighter made headlines on St. Patrick’s Day with a visit to the White House, where he spoke out on Ireland’s immigration policies, seeking U.S. support on the issue. Just days later, he took his ambitions a step further by announcing his intention to run for Ireland’s presidency, a surprising turn for someone who once dismissed politics entirely. McGregor’s last appearance in the Octagon came in 2021, and although a long-awaited bout against Michael Chandler seemed imminent last year, the Dublin-born fighter now suggests his heart is no longer in the sport. "My heart bleeds for my country right now,” McGregor admitted, hinting at a deeper calling beyond fighting. “[cite=2408]There’s a lot of stuff going on at home… There’s something else for me that’s in my gut right now, and that’s where I’m going.[/cite]” His increasing involvement in political discourse, particularly his outspoken views on immigration, has placed him at the center of national debate. His White House visit reinforced his stance just days before his presidential bid announcement. This shift in focus follows a tumultuous period for McGregor, including a recent civil-court ruling that found him liable for sexually assaulting a woman in Dublin in 2018 — an allegation he continues to deny and is appealing. Meanwhile, his return to the UFC has been repeatedly delayed. A scheduled fight against Chandler at UFC 303 was scrapped after McGregor suffered a toe injury, extending his absence from competition. With politics now dominating his agenda, it remains uncertain if McGregor will ever step back into the Octagon — or if his next fight will be at the ballot box instead.

KSI Slams McGregor Social media sensation KSI has taken a shot at UFC star Conor McGregor, labeling him a disgrace after the Irish fighter recently called him out. McGregor, known for his larger-than-life persona, had earlier launched verbal attacks on multiple figures, including Floyd Mayweather and his old UFC rival Nate Diaz, but it was KSI's turn in the spotlight. McGregor's recent outbursts included a challenge to Mayweather for a bare-knuckle fight, stating: "[cite=2408]Fight me at my weight! I'm the A-side, and you owe me![/cite]" He also reignited his feud with Diaz, pushing for a decisive MMA match after their 1-1 tie. Amid these heated remarks, McGregor found time to call out KSI, ridiculing him for his viral single, "Thick Of It." KSI, whose real name is Olajide Olayinka Williams Olatunji, did not hold back in his response. In a candid interview with Misfits Boxing, the YouTuber-turned-boxer condemned McGregor's recent behavior. “I feel like he’s a disgrace to the whole of Ireland, a disgrace to his family,” KSI said, sharply criticizing the UFC icon for his lack of notable achievements in recent years. While McGregor has yet to return to the octagon since his 2021 loss to Dustin Poirier, KSI remains focused on his own career. Despite a hand injury that forced him out of a Misfits event earlier this year, he is eyeing big fights in 2024, including potential bouts with Amir Khan or even Mayweather. As McGregor eyes a return, reportedly targeting a February fight with Dan Hooker in Saudi Arabia, KSI continues to rise in the world of combat sports, leaving fans wondering if a showdown between these two personalities could ever materialize.