Former UFC star Conor McGregor has been spotted dishing out boxing tips to a ‘heavyweight GOAT’, and fans have taken to the comment section to share their thoughts
11:36, 08 Dec 2025Updated 15:48, 08 Dec 2025
Former UFC star Conor McGregor (Image: Jim Lo Scalzo/EPA/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
When meeting an athlete, it’s only natural to ask them about their career and for top tips in their area of expertise. But every now and then, one of your idols will offer advice unprompted.
That’s exactly what happened when former UFC star Conor McGregor started dishing out boxing tips — but fans can’t help but laugh at who he was sharing his pro tips with. In a video, shared on MMA UK News’s Facebook page, McGregor is seen jabbing the air as he walks a table full of people through his technique. Sitting there, however, is American former professional boxer Mike Tyson.
Commenting on the post, one user said: “When ya had too much sugar and that time when you’re telling Mike Tyson how to box.”
Another user said: “Sounds like he was praising Mike Tyson’s boxing skills.”
A third user said: “If your strategy works, why haven’t you fought in 10 years**?**”
One more user added: “Tyson looks like his flabber has been truly gasted.”
It comes after Tyson warned Anthony Joshua not to overlook Jake Paul’s power ahead of their heavyweight showdown.
The former two-time world champion is set to make his highly-anticipated return against the YouTuber-turned-boxer on Friday, December 19**,** in Miami, Florida.
Joshua has not fought since his crushing fifth**-**round knockout defeat to Daniel Dubois in September 2024.
After more than a year away from the ring, the 36-year-old is planning a big 2026 in the ring, which includes a potential clash with long-time rival Tyson Fury.
But first, he must come away unscathed from his dust-up with Paul.
The ‘Problem Child’ was last seen in the ring in June, when he defeated Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.
A natural cruiserweight, Paul has long called for a fight with Joshua. ‘AJ’ may be anticipating an early night at the office, but the Brit has been sent a stern warning by Tyson.
The 59-year-old knows exactly what it’s like to be punched in the face by the boxing novice. Both men clashed in November 2025 — with Paul going on to cruise to a points victory.
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Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul will clash in Miami on December 19, just six days before Christmas.
The pair will likely walk to the ring at around 11pm local time which would be 4am in the UK.
Fight times are usually set to benefit the American audience and are subject to change depending on how long the undercard takes to complete. The event is set to be shown live on Netflix.