It’s starting to feel like a matter of time.

With news of Conor McGregor’s signing a deal with the UFC and Dana White as negotiations for the Floyd Mayweather fight continue, the boxer himself appears to feel good about the entire affair.

Speaking in the ring following one of his protege’s bout tonight, Mayweather said outright that he does indeed see himself facing the Irishman.

Check out his comments in the video below.

"I think the fight will happen!"

The mega fight moves closer as Floyd Mayweather expects to meet Conor McGregor. 🙌🙌 pic.twitter.com/sTh3bTWhml

— BT Sport Boxing 🥊 (@BTSportBoxing) May 20, 2017

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