Can Conor McGregor really fire Mike Perry?

By Arslan Saleem July 24, 2024 07:49

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Conor McGregor and Mike Perry have a long history of controversy, including a recent series of public conflicts and back-and-forth comments. Both MMA athletes use social media platforms and interviews to criticize one another, with McGregor frequently targeting Perry’s combat style and character. McGregor undoubtedly despises Perry for his connection to Jake Paul, who recently defeated Perry in a boxing match.

Conor McGregor's Influence

McGregor is widely regarded as one of the premier MMA talents on the planet, with his influence extending well beyond the fighting world. McGregor made a mark on the MMA community as a two-weight UFC champion and one of the business’s most renowned faces. Still, it’s important to remember that his decision-making and authority are confined to his fighting career and promotional agreements.

McGregor’s decision to fire Mike Perry from his BKFC business is likely motivated by expert and individual considerations. Professionally, the promotion is likely to take a hit due to Perry’s loss, considering that McGregor has put a lot of money into it. Personal reasons may also have influenced McGregor’s firing of Mike Perry, as Conor has a long-standing history with Jake Paul and has never been shy in criticizing him or his sibling.

Is the “Firing” of Perry Too Implausible to be Even Considered?

McGregor has the right and ability to influence the decision-making process of the BKFC promotion as its partial owner. Indeed, the UFC star’s influence on the outcomes of matches and signing new fighters is based on this fact. Notwithstanding this, McGregor cannot “fire” a fighter unilaterally. All other stakeholders and managers of the BKFC promotion should support and applaud his actions. Furthermore, Perry argues that he is an “owner” of the BKFC fight club, which complicates McGregor’s “firing” even more. Any attempt by McGregor and his lawyers to effect a firing without Perry’s compliance would be illegal and unenforceable due to the binding contracts between fighters and the promotion’s organizational structure.

What if McGregor Succeeds in “firing” Perry From BKFC?

The implications and repercussions for the event, the fighters, and the MMA community will be substantial. For Mike Perry, “firing” from a well-known MMA club would harm his future earnings and career.

Finally, Conor McGregor’s reputation and position within the MMA world might likely suffer. To the extent that his so-called attempts to “fire” Perry can be seen as an unjust abuse of the plaintiff or an example of his desire to overreach, they can be interpreted as additional reasons to discredit him and force other fighters to stay away from him, not only them but also organizations that invite him to match.

The MMA world might also feel threatened by the possibility that one day, any fighter-turned-promoter will have the power to shake the life and career of another participant if he wants to. Finally, it is worth mentioning that an act is nothing more than a loud claim. As already mentioned, McGregor is a key figure in the MMA world. He holds a prominent place in the UFC.

Ultimately, Conor McGregor’s loud declaration of MK Firing ML Mike Perry at BKFC seems to have stirred up the MMA world. Indeed, the feasibility and legality of such an action seem highly unlikely. McGregor’s place in the MMA community is central but not comprehensive, and there is no available evidence to suggest that fighter contracts or other fighters’ rights are ignored. Although the practicality of such a mode can make the lessons learned largely meaningless.