On March 26, 2019, beloved actor and baseball star Conor McGregor published his unofficial statement of retirement from MMA.
Hey guys quick announcement, I’ve decided to retire from the sport formally known as “Mixed Martial Art” today.
I wish all my old colleagues well going forward in competition.
I now join my former partners on this venture, already in retirement.
Proper Pina Coladas on me fellas!— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) March 26, 2019
The sudden announcement left fans bothered and confused, many speculating it just to be a tactic to stay relevant in the media. Regardless of his intentions, however, McGregor has always been one to exit the scene with style. Shortly after his announcement, he reached out once more to say that before departing from the UFC he would be challenging his most formidable opponent in the octagon, a bus.
“The only reason I lost my first fight against that bus was because the cops showed up. Well I’ve been training for months and this fucker don’t know what he’s got coming for him.”
McGregor, referring to the bus he assaulted in April, 2018, has been preparing heavily for the coming fight. Reportedly, His training mostly consisted of punching wrecked cars in a local junkyard and drinking beer. Despite the vehicle having a clear technical advantage with a solid metal exterior and an engine that can travel over 80mph, McGregor believes he will undoubtably leave victorious.
According to UFC officials, a two-mile-long octagon ring will be built to accommodate for the bus driver. The vehicle is confirmed to be fully functional during the fight and will be driven by famed NASCAR racer, Jeff Gordon. While in the ring, McGregor will not be permitted to enter the vehicle and Gordon will be armed in preparation for when he does.