Jake Paul Taunts Conor McGregor With Bold Claim: "Brother, give up"

Ronald Crawley Aug. 4, 2025, 10:10 a.m.

McGregor hasn't fought since July 2021 when he suffered a serious leg injury against Dustin Poirier. He was set to face Michael Chandler at UFC 303, but a last-minute injury forced him to pull out. Now, he's trying to get back into the UFC's anti-doping testing program and has been posting training videos on social media.

Paul reacted to one of these posts on Instagram, writing, "Bro, give up, hahaha." This comment comes after talks of a possible clash between Paul and McGregor never materialized, despite discussions about facing off in both boxing and MMA.

McGregor's career has been legendary but sometimes frustrating for fans. He's been showing off his training sessions, even on his yacht, but there's still no clear date for his return to fighting.

"Bro, give up, hahaha,"
Paul wrote, echoing the impatience and skepticism shared by some critics and fans.

While many are excited about McGregor's potential return, others are doubtful. The industry still shows interest, but concrete plans are lacking.

Adding to the intrigue, UFC president Dana White mentioned a possible UFC event at the White House in 2026, with McGregor and Jon Jones as potential fighters. This idea came from a proposal by President Donald Trump.

For now, McGregor's future remains uncertain. He might return to fighting in 2026, continue his current inactivity, or potentially retire. As the MMA world watches and waits, McGregor keeps posting training videos, leaving fans and critics alike wondering what's next for the Irish superstar.

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