The prospect of UFC superstar Conor McGregor stepping into a WWE ring has set the internet abuzz. Undisputed WWE champion Cody Rhodes has joined fans in expressing enthusiasm for this crossover, fueled by WWE’s recent merger with the UFC to form TKO Holdings.
The American Nightmare believes the Notorious Conor McGregor would be a perfect fit for the world of wrestling, citing his charisma and impressive fight record as ideal qualities for the world of wrestling.
With McGregor hinting at interest and his past run-ins with several prominent wrestlers, a shift from the Octagon to the wrestling ring could captivate both MMA and wrestling fans alike.
Speaking in an interview regarding the matter, Cody Rhodes said,
I’ll say that one person I’d love to see just dip his toes in the WWE would be Conor McGregor. The competition environment at WWE is different from what people might expect, it’s so much about who’s the most disciplined, the most professional, getting to the finish line, and making it to a WrestleMania. Someone like him, who’s competed at the highest level in so many incredible fights, maybe it’s time to explore the more entertainment side of sports. I think he’d be great at it.
UFC’s involvement with world wrestling isn’t completely fresh territory. The Irish superstar has engaged in some heated online banter with top WWE figures, including a memorable exchange in 2023 with Paul Heyman, Roman Reigns’ Special Counsel. UFC and WWE have also traded talent in the past in the forms of Brock Lesnar, Rhonda Rousey, and Ken Shamrock.
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