Conor McGregor vs Manny Pacquiao

[Ziskinberg]

According to the article.

https://www.businessinsider.com/conor-mcgregor-says-hes-in-talks-to-box-manny-pacquiao-2020-1

Conor McGregor said he's in talks to box Manny Pacquiao, and a prominent boxing reporter says the Filipino is interested

LAS VEGAS — Conor McGregor said he has been in talks to box Manny Pacquiao, and a prominent boxing reporter said the Filipino is interested in the fight.

Business Insider attended Wednesday's press conference at the Palms Casino Resort's Pearl Theater for McGregor and Donald Cerrone to build interest in their UFC 246 welterweight fight at the T-Mobile Arena on Saturday.

McGregor mentioned that his plans included a return to the boxing ring to improve on his losing record, having been defeated by Floyd Mayweather three years ago.

McGregor said he thought he did well against Mayweather in 2017. "With adjustments, I'd do better," he said. "Now I'd take victory."

Do you think this fight is possible? sure, it's gonna bring a lot of money for both fighters and this should be a better fight than conor vs mayweather because we might see the power of Manny here punish a trash talker conor.

What do you think on this article?

[Natalim]

It will surely bring a lot of money but I would not suggest that this fight is good for Manny, he is still active in boxing, I think this kind of fight is only good when he already retired in boxing like Mayweather.. people love entertainment but hopefully will choose those who are real boxers and has the title so his journey will continue as one of the oldest boxer in the world that are still active and winning.

[tokeweed]

^ ^  It's up in the air at this point.  You could've posted that at the UFC thread since it's just news.  I mean what are we gambling at here?  That the bout could happen this year?  (It would make a nice little prop bet actually.  Lol)

[target]

Sure. Almost past his prime but doesn't back out a fight whoever is there as long as they'd agree on dates and money. Pacquiao however might dictate a date for this one. He is a politician and its possible that he will run for a higher position which by the next election is May 2022 picking dates probably December 2021 is going to be strategic for him.

Conor seem humble himself with Cowboy if you have seen the pre-fight he shake hands with him.

[BChydro]

Do you think this fight is possible? sure, it's gonna bring a lot of money for both fighters and this should be a better fight than conor vs mayweather because we might see the power of Manny here punish a trash talker conor.

If you really want to punish the trash talker in Conor McGregor then he needs to rematch Khabib Nurmagomedov and not Manny Pacquiao and if he fights Pacquiao whether he will have the same kind of success to fill the stadium is questionable as the hype surrounding him defeating a boxer is just a good laugh after getting humiliated by Floyd Mayweather as Conor gassed out and if someone is not possible to fight the entire fight.

[SaShiRaJaVu]

Sure. Almost past his prime but doesn't back out a fight whoever is there as long as they'd agree on dates and money. Pacquiao however might dictate a date for this one. He is a politician and its possible that he will run for a higher position which by the next election is May 2022 picking dates probably December 2021 is going to be strategic for him.

Conor seem humble himself with Cowboy if you have seen the pre-fight he shake hands with him.

It is highly unlikely to see a fight against Manny Pacquiao if you see the press conference yeseterday Conor wants to win a title in boxing and since there are many fight divisions in boxing he has the leverage to pick an worthy opponent rather than going for these high profile experienced fighters who will school a boxer like Conor McGregor who is having a loss in his debut  . If he fights anyone that will be a high value PPV and since that is the case why he wants to take a risk against one of the best experienced boxers when he can pick some easy fights to win a belt.

[acroman08]

Do you think this fight is possible? sure, it's gonna bring a lot of money for both fighters and this should be a better fight than conor vs mayweather because we might see the power of Manny here punish a trash talker conor.

If you really want to punish the trash talker in Conor McGregor then he needs to rematch Khabib Nurmagomedov and not Manny Pacquiao and if he fights Pacquiao whether he will have the same kind of success to fill the stadium is questionable as the hype surrounding him defeating a boxer is just a good laugh after getting humiliated by Floyd Mayweather as Conor gassed out and if someone is not possible to fight the entire fight.

the fight between Mcgregor and Mayweather was too predictable. other than all trash-talking the fight itself is not that interesting. even before the match a lot of boxing expert knew Mcgregor will get tired easily and lose the fight since his training routine greatly differ that of a boxer and even Mcgregor change his routine to a boxing training routine that wouldn't have made a lot of change on his stamina.

Do you think this fight is possible? sure, it's gonna bring a lot of money for both fighters and this should be a better fight than conor vs mayweather because we might see the power of Manny here punish a trash talker conor.

What do you think on this article?

it will only be interesting in the first few rounds when both fighters are still on their top shape since both of them are an aggressive fighter but if the fight dragged out we will see the difference between an MMA fighter and a Boxing fighter. What I want to see is both fighters are using their own style(i.e Mcgregor using MMA and Pacquiao using Boxing) and not restricted by a rule of what fighting style should be used.

[Yatsan]

That would be an easy win for Manny if the fight will be in boxing rules or easy win for Connor if that would be in the octagon. Both fighters have different fighting styles and stamina because of their sports. I think this match will be just for money, and the results will be too predictable.

Personally, I'm not a fan of this kind of fight, this is just for money, but the fight will be boring to watch because the results are pretty easy to predict.

[joeperry]

I think not, Manny would not fight for money we all know that he's a hall of fame boxer and I don't think he would waste months of training to fight a person who's boxing is not his real forte.

Also I think he should take care of his reputation as a boxer to fight only a professional boxer. The thing with conor and mayweather is just all about for money it's just their propaganda to allocate money. You wouldn't fight an MMA fighter because he doesn't have any belts or what and of course it's just about money after all.

But this is just my opinion, we may not know it might happen.

[harizen]

^ ^  It's up in the air at this point.  You could've posted that at the UFC thread since it's just news.  I mean what are we gambling at here?  That the bout could happen this year?  (It would make a nice little prop bet actually.  Lol)

There are even other threads here like the Pacquaio and Mayweather 2 which is not even at 0.0001% in progress but there is a discussion lol.

Nice idea you have there. Let's do some gambling here.

BTC0.005 - for me, this fight will not happen this year. Any takers? Anyone? There are talks according to McGregor itself so there's a chance for a match. And a long period for negotiations so this is a risk for me.

Deadline of accepting my bet until the end of the month. Until the start of the actual fight and we should here the first round bell, only we will determine who's the winner as there might be a problem even seconds before the match. Quote this post.

[Blackdeath]

I think the fight between Conor McGregor and Manny Pacquiao might come in the future because McGregor really wants and asking for a fight with Manny in a the ring to have a good record, as a Filipino i don't think Conor McGregor stand a chance with Manny pacquiao because 3 years ago the fight between Conor vs Floyd Mayweather is really boring that Conor really lose the fight, so i think Conor will lose again if the fight happens.

[robelneo]

I also read that article but before Mcgregor talk about any Pacquiao, he must first beat Cerrone in a decisive way so he can regain the respect of the fighting fans, there is a possibility that this fight could push through we all know Manny he never backs down and he is always ready to fight anybody if the price is right, and like the article have written it could be a megabuck paycheck for both fighters, but still, a long way to go, before this fight happens.

[rosezionjohn]

Nobody really saw Mayweather vs. McGregor happening until it was made official so this one is definitely possible. Conor should have realized after all those years that Floyd just allowed him to box in the first few rounds until he gassed out. Maybe Manny will be kind enough to play defensive too for the entertain of the fans.

If the fight happens, I can't imagine Manny's face everytime Conor tries to talk trash during face offs and interviews. He will probably laugh the whole time. Maybe he should hire an "anger translator" again  

[bobyhodob]

That would be an easy win for Manny if the fight will be in boxing rules or easy win for Connor if that would be in the octagon. Both fighters have different fighting styles and stamina because of their sports. I think this match will be just for money, and the results will be too predictable.

Personally, I'm not a fan of this kind of fight, this is just for money, but the fight will be boring to watch because the results are pretty easy to predict.

You right this match is just for money and entertainment
But whatyou mean about easy to predict, Do you think that if the fighter who gets the biggest bets and money libe has to lose?

[TrevorS]

I think the battle will be interesting and ambiguous. All the same, McGregor did not perform in the ring for a long time, and in my opinion he drank alcohol too often. In other words, he became a businessman.
However, I think it is impossible not to underestimate it. What really bothers me is that most often when athletes and fighters who have left their careers return back, they lose.

[bamboylee]

I think not, Manny would not fight for money we all know that he's a hall of fame boxer and I don't think he would waste months of training to fight a person who's boxing is not his real forte.

He could fight just for fun. And you know Pacquiao is also a philanthropist so fighting for money and giving it for donations can also work. I know if this fight pushes through, it will attract a lot of viewers. That would bring a lot of money to both fighters. I would love to watch them fight.

[AB de Royse777]

Pacquiao is a boxer and a fine one, on the other hand Conor is a complet mix martial art artist. Conor can defeat anyone in his world but defeating a fine boxer which is not conors cup of tea is not going to last long.

I think we will see the same result like we have seen against money Mayweather. If this box really see a reality then my horse will be Pacquiao.

[Wexnident]

I doubt it. Manny has cemented his place in the boxing world as one of the strongest and a big veteran at that. Conor needs to consolidate his standing, and fighting a big match up like with Manny may do so, this requires him to win. Its a high risk high reward gamble imo, but its still a match up I wouldn't advise for Conor to take. Just from the high risk high reward factor, this makes it one of the lowest possible choices Conor could possibly take in his career, currently that is.

[lionheart78]

I think this is possible as long as both camps agreed with whatever deal is on the table.  I also think that this fight will be more interesting than McGregor - Mayweather fight.  

Pacquiao is a boxer and a fine one, on the other hand Conor is a complet mix martial art artist. Conor can defeat anyone in his world but defeating a fine boxer which is not conors cup of tea is not going to last long.

I think we will see the same result like we have seen against money Mayweather. If this box really see a reality then my horse will be Pacquiao.

I think it is early to tell the result.  Conor have hands that can fight back.  As long as this fight is not rigged, there is always a possibility that the unexpected will happen.

[BChydro]

What I want to see is both fighters are using their own style(i.e Mcgregor using MMA and Pacquiao using Boxing) and not restricted by a rule of what fighting style should be used.

If there is no restriction then you can call that an MMA fight and i highly doubt that any boxer who found financial success in boxing will ever try MMA as anyone can take them to the ground and finish the fight easily and that happens if there are no restrictions as the fight can happen anywhere  .

BTC0.005 - for me, this fight will not happen this year. Any takers? Anyone? There are talks according to McGregor itself so there's a chance for a match. And a long period for negotiations so this is a risk for me.

I can bet that the fight will never happen and i can spare 0.001BTC for that .