McGregor vs Mayweather

[NickHSpurs]

Both massively unlikable human beings, this fight is about one thing and one thing only. Money. I won't pay buying into it and lining their pockets further with PPV that's for sure. Will just find the "highlights" the morning after.

Not really bothered about the result but if I had to choose a winner I'd want Mayweather to shut up McGregor and knock him out early doors to show what a farce the whole thing has been.

 

[SugarRay]

If McGregor wins won't it mean the end of boxing as we know it.

Somebody who hasn't lost in twenty years being beaten by a first timer

Not really mate.

If Floyd doesn't win it's because it's fixed. Anything other than Floyd absolutely pissing it suggests a fix is in to a degree. Even if McGregor lasts 12 rounds, it's a fix, if he even lasts 6 rounds it can easily be argued as being fixed. I'm not ruling that out as Floyd loves his dough. I'd feel a lot more certain of the outcome if Floyd was guaranteed to take it seriously or if it was Canelo, who would easily decapitate McGregor within two rounds.

It's been beyond cringeworthy, with both of them being extremely fake and relying on their alter egos to fleece a shedload of dough.

I've avoided most of the build up but I jus caught Johnny Nelson giving McGregor the edge in speed...what a sell out cvnt. Froch is the same. Pathetic rent a quote yes men. The only "edge" McGregor has is size ( as he nearly always has in all his fights by the way...loves fighting smaller men ) and believe me, in boxing, if you can't utilise it, being bigger is actually a hindrance at times! Those believing he brings something Floyd has yet to see is absolute nonsense. He'll bring something Floyd hasn't seen for years, and that is extremely low level boxing ability ( relatively speaking ) Floyd hasn't fought a journeyman in years obviously, but he's definitely seen all that before.
It's like saying AFC Wimbledon would bring something that Real Madrid aren't prepared for. True, in a way, but that's because Ronaldo and co haven't played against such low level opposition since they were in youth football probably.

 

[aliyid]

He won't. If he's disqualified no pay day. He won't risk anything

I don't mean come out kicking and grappling but in his set-up. Just feel he needs to make Mayweather look at something different. Boxers are always side-on using leading shoulder as part of their defence whereas MMA are generally more square-on searching for an opening.

He's got to try and get him out of his comfort zone if he's going to stand any chance.

 

[Geyzer Soze]

I don't mean come out kicking and grappling but in his set-up. Just feel he needs to make Mayweather look at something different. Boxers are always side-on using leading shoulder as part of their defence whereas MMA are generally more square-on searching for an opening.

He's got to try and get him out of his comfort zone if he's going to stand any chance.

Hes just got to hook him with that fucking left sharpish

I guess they've been working on something like you say, hence not showing any training videos & that. Said they don't want to show up what he's been working on

Or that's just bantz. Dunno

As someone said above most likely is that a facesaving result is engineered

 

[Lufti]

Not really mate.

If Floyd doesn't win it's because it's fixed. Anything other than Floyd absolutely pissing it suggests a fix is in to a degree. Even if McGregor lasts 12 rounds, it's a fix, if he even lasts 6 rounds it can easily be argued as being fixed. I'm not ruling that out as Floyd loves his dough. I'd feel a lot more certain of the outcome if Floyd was guaranteed to take it seriously or if it was Canelo, who would easily decapitate McGregor within two rounds.

It's been beyond cringeworthy, with both of them being extremely fake and relying on their alter egos to fleece a shedload of dough.

I've avoided most of the build up but I jus caught Johnny Nelson giving McGregor the edge in speed...what a sell out cvnt. Froch is the same. Pathetic rent a quote yes men. The only "edge" McGregor has is size ( as he nearly always has in all his fights by the way...loves fighting smaller men ) and believe me, in boxing, if you can't utilise it, being bigger is actually a hindrance at times! Those believing he brings something Floyd has yet to see is absolute nonsense. He'll bring something Floyd hasn't seen for years, and that is extremely low level boxing ability ( relatively speaking ) Floyd hasn't fought a journeyman in years obviously, but he's definitely seen all that before.
It's like saying AFC Wimbledon would bring something that Real Madrid aren't prepared for. True, in a way, but that's because Ronaldo and co haven't played against such low level opposition since they were in youth football probably.

What a load of BS. Get your excuses in early, if McGregor wins it's a fix

 

[SugarRay]

What a load of BS. Get your excuses in early, if McGregor wins it's a fix

I'm saying if even lasts 6 rounds then it's because Floyd decides it's going that long, let alone Connor winning! Excuses don't need to be made at all. McGregor would get absolutely destroyed by the British champion at this weight. How on earth does he win? There's no case to be made at all for him winning other than Floyd allowing it to happen ( with an eye on a rematch, hence a fix ) or if Floyd suffers a serious injury in the fight.

Anything other than Floyd by TKO within 4 rounds suggests fix to me. Making it look more competitive than it is etc
If there's no fix in place, McGregor is done early, either pulled out after suffering too much or Floyd takes him out after numerous knockdowns.

 

[SugarRay]

Will not watch this. Don't like either of them. Mayweather I can appreciate the skill but you're not going to rush out and watch his fights. McGregor is someone with very average talent who has largely got where he is because of his 'character' which gives the Irish and Americans a hard-on. I could go into town tonight and find 100's of similar mouthy pricks who like a scrap.

Defeat for Mayweather would be a disaster, for himself and for boxing. If I was going to call a result I'd say McGregor lasts 12 rounds (if he's got the conditioning) as Floyd strolls it on points. That way they both save face - Mayweather will leave you with the impression he was toying with him and could have stepped it up if he'd really wanted to, whilst McGregor can say he toughed it out in a boxing match and wasn't embarrassed - and can go count their money.

I agree with most of this although McGregor is clearly very talented when it comes to MMA, although he seems to be vastly overrated, especially when you see the talent in someone like Jones. He's worked on his image and persona and it's worked because it's making him loads of money.

He seems a very insecure man though. Remember his strange photo session with CR7? Afterwards he was making excuses as to why Ronaldo had better abs and that 'obviously I'd slap the head off him'...can't imagine Ronaldo went away saying 'obviously I'd piss all over him in a six a side game' He talks himself up far too much, yet I'm pretty sure I see him feel the power of Nate Diaz's punches and then choose the 'easier' way to lose as opposed to getting knocked out on his feet. He's a strange bloke. He'll end up a car crash, as will Mayweather probably. Both a couple of wankers when all is said and done, as are most people who are so driven by money.

 

[Geyzer Soze]

I agree with most of this although McGregor is clearly very talented when it comes to MMA, although he seems to be vastly overrated, especially when you see the talent in someone like Jones. He's worked on his image and persona and it's worked because it's making him loads of money.

He seems a very insecure man though. Remember his strange photo session with CR7? Afterwards he was making excuses as to why Ronaldo had better abs and that 'obviously I'd slap the head off him'...can't imagine Ronaldo went away saying 'obviously I'd piss all over him in a six a side game' He talks himself up far too much, yet I'm pretty sure I see him feel the power of Nate Diaz's punches and then choose the 'easier' way to lose as opposed to getting knocked out on his feet. He's a strange bloke. He'll end up a car crash, as will Mayweather probably. Both a couple of wankers when all is said and done, as are most people who are so driven by money.

Mayweathers already a car crash

I don't share your view on McGregor - i think hes highly disciplined & dedicated & will be ok. Persona is fluff

 

[soup]

Is the superman punch allowed in boxing? I could just see McGregor trying it as a kick off.

 

[SugarRay]

Mayweathers already a car crash

I don't share your view on McGregor - i think hes highly disciplined & dedicated & will be ok. Persona is fluff

They are both highly disciplined and dedicated. Floyd's dedication and discipline is the example to any fighter in any disciplone. He's 40! You don't reach the levels of either without being ridiculously dedicated.

Floyd is a bit of a car crash, McGregor could easily go the same way, especially after he starts losing and the star fades. I don't think he'll deal with numerous losses and being out of the limelight, too well. I hope I'm wrong obviously. Ricky Hatton became a mess once his confidence was dented, and he was a lot more talented than McGregor. McGregor has a fair few five minute fans, in love with his beard, car collection and 'fookin nuttin' chat, but they'll soon disappear when they realise he isn't 'constant beast mode bro' and very beatable.

I hope the persona is fluff, and both are nice guys behind the bollocks ( Unlikely, especially in Floyds case ) Even so, I still prefer genuine people.

 

[kr1978]

I was against this when it was announced but now I think you should Just take it for what it hopefully is, an enjoyable exhibition fight.

 

[kr1978]

@Dougal @TheChosenOne
And all our other Irish SCers

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[Dougal]

@Dougal @TheChosenOne
And all our other Irish SCers

https://mobile.twitter.com/paddypower/status/900417361450160128/video/1

Like every holiday I've ever had.

 

[Danners9]

Is the superman punch allowed in boxing? I could just see McGregor trying it as a kick off.

remember when Roman Reigns said McGregor was the size of his leg? stealing his move would be good payback.

 

[Pellshek]

@Dougal @TheChosenOne
And all our other Irish SCers

https://mobile.twitter.com/paddypower/status/900417361450160128/video/1

A lot of people in Ireland torn between wanting to be supportive of an Irishman, and being horrified by McGregor's behaviour & how he's representing the country.

 

[kr1978]

A lot of people in Ireland torn between wanting to be supportive of an Irishman, and being horrified by McGregor's behaviour & how he's representing the country.

I found the support for him to be huge tbh, don't think I met one person over there wanting mayweather

 

[Geyzer Soze]

Fuck the Mayweathers ...

 

[fortworthspur]

Id rather watch wrasslin'. at least the acting is better.

 

[riggi]

I don't get why people wouldn't want to watch this(obviously not pay for it). I think its going to be hugely entertaining. Luckily im on a night shift that I think ill finish around 5....

 

[Gb160]

I don't get why people wouldn't want to watch this(obviously not pay for it). I think its going to be hugely entertaining. Luckily im on a night shift that I think ill finish around 5....

What do u do?...are u a sex worker?