Shaquille O'Neal, the basketball giant, seems to have no limits when it comes to keeping his name in the spotlight. After a successful career in the NBA, where he dominated the courts for years with his imposing physique and extraordinary skills, O'Neal has shifted his professional life. Far from the courts, he reinvented himself as an analyst and personality in various media, but now he surprises with a new and amazing ambition: fighting in the UFC!

Over the years, Shaq has shown his immense passion for mixed martial arts. Not only has he delved into Brazilian jiu-jitsu, but he has also trained with some legends of the sport. His passion for MMA has led him to take classes and even face off with former champions, like UFC’s former champion Forrest Griffin. According to various reports, O'Neal hasn't stayed in the realm of theory, but has shown great commitment to his goal of testing himself in the octagon.

UFC president Dana White has commented several times that Shaq has been relentlessly pursuing him to make his "dream" come true. "Listen to me, Dana, I'm getting into the UFC octagon!" are some of the words O'Neal has sent through messages, clearly expressing his desire to get into the ring and try his luck in a field completely different from basketball. Shaquille’s passion for MMA seems unstoppable, and he’s willing to do whatever it takes to be part of the show.

Recently, O'Neal revealed that he would like to face Tank Abbott, a historic figure in the UFC, known for his aggression and strength in the octagon. "I would have liked to fight Tank, yes," O'Neal confessed in an interview, which further opened the door to the possibility of seeing him in action. Although many think this is just a joke from O'Neal, his track record of taking on serious athletic and physical challenges makes him an intriguing figure in this world.

Despite his desire to make this challenge a reality, time seems to be one of O'Neal's biggest obstacles. At 51, many doubt he can stay in shape to compete at the highest level of MMA. However, Shaq has always been known for his incredible athleticism and dedication to training. While it's a huge challenge, his ability to surprise everyone is part of what makes him such a charismatic and attractive figure to the public.

For now, it is unclear whether we will see Shaquille O'Neal actually in the UFC octagon, but the idea of seeing him come out of retirement to try his luck in the world of MMA has excited many of his followers. With his imposing physique and charismatic personality, O'Neal could take the world of mixed martial arts to a new level. Will this be the next great chapter in Shaquille O'Neal's career? Only time will tell.