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Conor McGregor lit up social media once more, but not because of a sanctioned fight or a big comeback announcement. Nope. Just 11 seconds of footage was enough to stir the pot. In a clip shared by Happy Punch on X, McGregor is seen training with a partner whose skill level is, let’s say, questionable. The video triggered a wave of criticism, with Jake Paul and manager Ali Abdelaziz leading the charge.

Conor McGregor becomes a punching bag for critics

Jake Paul, never one to miss a chance to throw verbal jabs, didn’t hold back. He called the session “fake sparring” and mocked Conor McGregor ’s training partner, suggesting he looked more like a victim than a challenger. Abdelaziz went even further, comparing the sparring partner to an “Uber driver.” The message was clear: Conor McGregor’s training doesn’t look serious to them.

Conor McGregor sparring today 👀 pic.twitter.com/pBEVN1duW8

— Happy Punch (@HappyPunch) August 13, 2025

Sportskeeda picked up the story and zoomed in on McGregor’s current state. It’s worth remembering that Conor McGregor hasn’t fought since his leg fracture in July 2021 against Dustin Poirier. He’s expressed interest in returning—possibly at the rumored UFC White House event—but his physical and mental readiness remains a hot topic.

McGregor takes heat, but still sells

Social media didn’t hold back either. Comments like “Conor McGregor has no cardio or chin left” and “Khabib retired him without notice” flooded the platforms. Many fans questioned whether McGregor is truly ready to compete at the elite level again. Others accused him of being more focused on his business ventures—like his whiskey brand and various investments—than on the sport that made him a global icon.

Still, Conor McGregor remains a magnetic figure. His name drives clicks, his image sells. Every move he makes becomes news. But this time, it’s the voices outside the cage—like Jake Paul ’s—that stole the spotlight. McGregor didn’t need a fight to trend; just a few seconds of questionable sparring did the trick.