Famous sports journalist explains why Conor McGregor would lose to Logan Paul in boxing

Conor McGregor (left) and Logan Paul (right) are set to face each other in boxing in 2025. Photo: Reproduction of the Super Lutas montage

Still 'hungover' after civil conviction for sexual assault to a woman in Ireland, in an event that happened in 2018, Conor McGregor made a surprise announcement on Tuesday (17) that it is in preliminary negotiations to face in boxing Logan Paul, older brother of Jake Paul. The exhibition fight, which will be hosted by the extremely wealthy Ambani family, is expected to take place next year in India ahead of 'The Notorious' possible return to the UFC octagon.

But a renowned American sports journalist has already analyzed the scenario of the fight, should it actually happen. Stephen A. Smith is not against the idea of ​​McGregor boxing before returning to the octagon. Having not competed since July 2021, Smith believes that 'The Notorious' would seriously injure himself if he competed in MMA right away. But if the Irish fighter ends up putting on the gloves against Logan Paul, the journalist believes that it is unlikely that he will come out on top.

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“I think Logan Paul will beat him. I don’t think Conor McGregor “He’s a boxer; he’s a striker. So he’s sitting up there, and he’s not even throwing his jab. He’s pitter-pattering. You’re not cutting Logan Paul like that. You’ve got to do more than that. We don’t know yet [what size gloves they’re using], but it doesn’t matter. Unless they’re pads like 16 or 18 ounces, it’s not going to work. I just think Logan Paul is bigger, he’s a much bigger man, he’s a more experienced boxer,” analyzed the journalist from ESPN in the 'First Take' section.

With McGregor heavier than he was in his UFC days, Smith doesn't see his accuracy and speed in the Octagon translating to the ring. He pointed to the Irishman's 10th-round knockout loss to Floyd Mayweather in their August 2017 boxing match, in which McGregor slowed down significantly as the rounds wore on.

“Those big muscles are going to make you a little bit slower, and you have to remember that Conor had speed, he could catch you fast and cut you. That’s not going to be the case in the boxing ring,” the journalist concluded.

Conor McGregor hasn't fought since July 2021, when he suffered a serious leg injury in the defeat to Dustin poirier. He even had a fight scheduled against Michael chandler in June of this year, but had to leave the card UFC 303 due to a new injury.

Last month, McGregor was found guilty of sexual assault in a civil lawsuit in Ireland and ordered to pay $257 in damages. Because the case is civil, the former UFC champion does not face any criminal charges in connection with the case.

Elder brother of Jake Paul, Logan Paul is also a YouTuber and has had four exhibition boxing matches, including a draw against legend Floyd Mayweather. In recent years, the American has moved into professional wrestling, where he has enjoyed success in the WWE.