Conor McGregor to fight behind-closed-doors

MIXED martial arts fighter Conor McGregor has suggested he would like to compete in one of the upcoming UFC behind-closed-doors events.

McGregor, 31, was critical of fellow lightweight fighters in a foul-mouthed social media outburst on Monday.

He watched UFC 249 take place without fans in the USA on Saturday from home.

“The fans make the sport,” said McGregor. “But it will be my pleasure to display the power I possess with zero background noise for them.”

There has been speculation about an upcoming McGregor fight after he posted a photograph on Instagram with the caption: “Stay ready.”

UFC president Dana White confirmed he spoke to McGregor before Saturday’s card in Florida – the first major sporting event in the United States since March – and discussed the possibilities of scheduling a bout. – bbc.com