McGregor Needs Reigns-Like WWE Schedule

In the dynamic world of combat and entertainment sports, the transition from the Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) ring to the high-octane arena of professional wrestling has become a notable trend, as demonstrated by former MMA fighters Ronda Rousey and Matt Riddle.

This phenomenon might continue to grow, especially with WWE and UFC coming under the shared banner of TKO Group Holdings, paving the way for even more athletes to switch disciplines. In a fascinating conversation with “Submission Radio,” WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins weighed in on the speculation around Conor McGregor, the erstwhile UFC Featherweight Champion, possibly joining the ranks of WWE after hanging up his MMA gloves.

McGregor’s WWE Hurdles

Rollins entertained the idea with cautious optimism, saying, “Maybe. Never say never,” but he quickly noted the demanding nature of such a transition. He drew parallels to the selective appearances of Roman Reigns, who operates under a part-time contract with WWE, hinting that McGregor might need to adopt a similar “Roman Reigns-like schedule.” This comparison extends to the type of contract held by Logan Paul, suggesting infrequent yet high-profile appearances.

Rollins expressed his reservations about McGregor making a seamless switch to professional wrestling, acknowledging the immense challenges it presents. “It’s tough dude. It is a difficult transition to make,” he remarked, open to the idea of McGregor trying his hand in WWE but remaining skeptical about the feasibility of such a move.

The conversation around McGregor’s potential move to WWE has been further fueled by recent events on “WWE Raw,” where UFC fighter Michael Chandler called out McGregor, urging him to return to the Octagon to settle their unfinished business.

McGregor, inactive in MMA since July 2021, now finds himself at the center of a swirling vortex of speculation and challenge, from both his…