Crossovers between MMA and boxing have always been rare, though not without their share of spectacle. James Toney stepping into the Octagon against Randy Couture is often credited as the modern spark of the phenomenon. But the most iconic clash came in 2017, when Conor McGregor crossed over to face Floyd Mayweather in a professional boxing bout that transcended both sports. Surprisingly, what many don’t know is that McGregor’s fiercest rival, Khabib Nurmagomedov, was also offered a chance to fight ‘Money’ in another potential blockbuster. The twist? The Dagestani star flat-out refused.
Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Coach Reveals New Details Behind His Rejection of $100M Floyd Mayweather Fight
