Jake Paul wants McGregor in the cage—Conor responds with meme and shade

Paul's Next Target: Conor McGregor—And He’s Going MMA Jake Paul is at it again, looking for his next big payday. Hot off his win over 58-year-old Mike Tyson (yes, 58), Paul is ready for another "fight of the century," and this time, he's eyeing former UFC champ Conor McGregor. But don't expect a boxing match. Oh no, Jake’s cranking it up a notch—he wants an MMA bout. In true Jake fashion, after dispatching Tyson by unanimous decision, Paul immediately called out McGregor on X (formerly Twitter). "Dear Conor, I know you told my team you would fight me at 170lbs. That’s never happening. But let’s run it in MMA. No weight class. Just like how it used to be done. But you won’t." Of course, Jake’s offer is as much about the drama as it is about the fight. The real question is: will McGregor take the bait, or is Paul about to be ghosted by the MMA legend? McGregor’s Response: A Meme, A Snub, and a Laugh As expected, McGregor didn’t exactly jump at the opportunity to trade punches with Paul. Instead, he responded in typical Conor fashion—with a dose of shade and a meme. McGregor posted a playful reply on social media, "Nakisa already rang me, lad, it’s this guy next for you. Good luck pal." And to add some extra spice, he included a picture of 82-year-old Senator Mitch McConnell. It’s clear that McGregor isn’t taking Paul’s challenge too seriously. In fact, it seems like McGregor's main priority is keeping the internet entertained with his jabs. Is he suggesting that Paul should fight a politician in his 80s? Who knows, but it sure makes for some interesting content. The real takeaway? McGregor’s response was all about highlighting the absurdity of Paul’s callout with a side of humor. Paul’s Plan: Keep Cashing In and Keep the Spotlight While McGregor may be ignoring him for now, Paul is counting his cash and plotting his next move. He’s already claimed a cool $40 million for his bout against Tyson, a sum that’s likely to grow as he continues to make waves in the fighting world. But Paul isn’t just raking in the dough from fights. His promotion company, Most Valuable Promotions, inked a deal with Netflix that brought the streaming giant a whopping 60 million households. That’s a lot of frustrated subscribers looking for some fresh drama. It’s clear Jake Paul isn’t just looking for an opponent—he’s looking for the next viral moment. Whether that’s a showdown with McGregor or a battle with another retired fighter, one thing’s for sure: Jake Paul knows how to keep the spotlight on him.