One of the largest and clearest obstacles that seems to be a roadblock to the bout taking place is the involvement of the UFC. McGregor is currently under contract with MMA’s premiere promotion, but believes that there is route available that could allow him out to accept the fight regardless namely the ‘Ali act’.
The ‘Ali Act’ is legal legislation that states a promoter cannot stop a licensed boxer — something that McGregor now finds himself as — from accepting a fight.
“With the Ali act, I believe I can [get the fight done] especially now there is offers on the table. But it’s smoother with all involved. I think we’re all about good business. I’ve done great business with the UFC, with Dana, with everyone. I think it’s smoother if everyone just gets together and gets involved. But again, everyone’s got to know their place, so we’ll cross that bridge when we come to it.
While the UFC lightweight and featherweight divisions are sorting themselves out in his absence, McGregor believes the mega-fight is the only thing that currently makes sense. And, as he plans to fly to Las Vegas to meet with Mayweather and resolve terms, McGregor estimates the entire affair will be settled soon.
“I believe it will happen by the end of this year, or early next year,” he said.