Conor McGregor signals desire to leave UFC for bare knuckle boxing

Conor McGregor expressed his eagerness to depart from the UFC as he approaches free agency. Having only competed once in the last five years due to injuries and personal issues, McGregor is preparing for what he terms his final UFC bout. He stated on social media that he is excited about the prospect of fighting in Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, where he has a stake as a part-owner. His desire to transition reflects a shift in focus as he looks to explore new avenues in mixed martial arts.

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