Paul Heyman Takes a Jab at Conor McGregor During WWE’s ‘Monday Night Raw’

WWE’s ‘Monday Night Raw’ witnessed a heated segment where wrestling legend Paul Heyman aimed a parting shot at UFC star Conor McGregor. This occurred as Heyman welcomed The Vision back to the WWE locker room, following a successful performance in the ring.

Austin Theory, Maxxine Dupri, Bron Breakker, and Logan Paul were seen triumphing over Otis and Akira Tozawa. Heyman, who appears to be distancing himself from the group, nevertheless praised their in-ring success. The group exuded confidence as they exited the arena.

During the empowering speech, Heyman acknowledged Paul’s impressive recovery, stating, “Now that’s what I call a vision for the future. Happy? Ecstatic. I’m more than proud, especially, of all of you. Bron Breakker showed everyone tonight you don’t mess around with Bron Breakker. Logan Paul is healing faster than Conor McGregor.”

Heyman further added accolades to Theory for loyalty, stating, “You stand by your woman, which makes me very proud of you young man. And Maxxine, wow.”

Logan Paul is currently recovering from a triceps injury incurred earlier in the year. The reference to McGregor’s slower recovery came after McGregor’s recent injury setback at UFC 329, where he was unable to continue after a leg injury in a bout with Max Holloway.

Conor McGregor’s return to the Octagon after five years was marred by this leg injury, suffered while attempting a roundhouse kick. The bout was quickly called off. Reflecting on the fight, McGregor took to X stating, “My head gasket is gone. Destroyed.” He expressed disbelief over the injury, saying, “I had no injury / injuries going into the fight. I was throwing kicks, planted and jumping, all throughout camp as well as backstage before the fight. This came out of nowhere. I am beyond dark here. I can only describe it as hell.”

Remaining defiant, McGregor added, “I was so sharp and so ready for this fight I cannot believe what has happened. The talk of me being off while walking in to the fight is nonsense. I was calm, ready, and confident. I am in shock what has taken place. The devil is literally staring at me right in front of my face here. I am not engaging. I will be at church tomorrow. I will overcome this. I will not be deterred. I will return.”

Ryan Gaydos is a senior editor for Fox News Digital.