Conor McGregor News
Paulie Malignaggi was told the one person with no bias who can end sparring controversy isn't allowed to speak with media
Russell Ess - August 7, 2017
The beef between team Conor McGregor and Paulie Malignaggi hasn’t been squashed yet as the mystery of what happened during their second sparring session is still a matter of who you ask. Malignaggi, who was asked to join McGregor’s training camp for the mega-money match against Floyd Mayweather quit camp after members from McGregor’s camp released photos from their sparring session. One photo, in particular, that has sparked most of the debate between the two sides is of Malignaggi on his back in the boxing ring as McGregor is standing looking at him. The photo appears as if McGregor knocked Malignaggi down during sparring and the captions with the photo only added to that speculation.
Paulie Malignaggi explains why Conor McGregor is having difficulty progressing as a boxer
Tom Taylor - August 7, 2017
Paulie Malignaggi is no longer a part of UFC lightweight champ Conor McGregor‘s training for undefeated boxing legend Floyd Mayweather. The former two-division boxing champ made his exit feeling as though he’d been unfairly represented by McGregor and his team. Since his departure from Team McGregor, Malignaggi has repeatedly blasted the Irishman on social media. He’s also had plenty to say about McGregor during his media appearances.
Dave Chappelle explains why he won't be attending Mayweather vs. McGregor, gives take on racism allegations
Tom Taylor - August 7, 2017
Big boxing matches have always been star-studded events. When the camera pans over the floor seats at any big fight, you’re bound to see dozens of actors, athletes, comedians and musicians taking in the action. The upcoming Conor McGregor vs. Floyd Mayweather superfight, which is widely considered one of the biggest fights ever, is no exception to that rule. The crowd is bound to be jam-packed with celebrities. You will not, however, see comedian Dave Chappelle taking in the madness. Chapelle, who regularly attends big boxing matches, explained why he won’t be attending the fight on Hot 97.
Jose Aldo gives his take on McGregor-Malignaggi beef
Tom Taylor - August 7, 2017
In July, we learned that former two-division boxing champ Paulie Malignaggi would be helping UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor prepare for his blockbuster August 26 boxing match with Floyd Mayweather. Unfortunately, things have soured since then, as Malignaggi has abandoned McGregor’s camp, as he feels he’s been portrayed poorly by McGregor and his team. And if you ask Jose Aldo – one of McGregor’s fiercest rivals from the MMA world– that’s no surprise. In Aldo’s opinion, McGregor is simply bad for the sport.
Paulie Malignaggi once again blasts "no balls" Conor McGregor
Tom Taylor - August 6, 2017
News that former two-division boxing champ Paulie Malignaggi would be helping UFC lightweight champ Conor McGregor prepare for his August 26 boxing match with Floyd Mayweather was met with widespread intrigue and excitement. Unfortunately, things have taken a nasty turn since the pair’s latest sparring session, as Malignaggi has taken issue with the way he’s been portrayed by McGregor and his team. This tiff ultimately resulted in Malignaggi’s permanent departure from McGregor’s camp. pic.twitter.com/DTJ0MQMSlv
Paul Malignaggi details how to make Conor McGregor "whimper like a girl"
Chris Taylor - August 5, 2017
Former two-weight boxing champion Paul Malignaggi recently parted ways with Team McGregor. The “Magic Man” was irate with “Mystic Mac” and his squad after photos from their sparring sessions were leaked to the public by one of McGregor’s team members.
VIDEO | Mayweather vs. McGregor All Access: Episode 2
Chris Taylor - August 5, 2017
Check out episode two of “Mayweather vs. McGregor All Access”. In this episode, we see the arrival of Paul Malignaggi to Conor McGregor’s fight camp.
Paul Malignaggi claims he wasn't paid by Team McGregor and explains why that is ok
Chris Taylor - August 5, 2017
Former two-weight boxing champion Paul Malignaggi was brought in to help current UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor prepare for his upcoming super fight with Floyd Mayweather. Unfortunately the relationship between “Mystic Mac” and the “Magic Man” turned sour rather quickly, this after photos from the pairs sparring sessions were made public by a member of the Irish stars team.
Paulie Malignaggi reveals more juicy details from sparring session with Conor McGregor
Russell Ess - August 4, 2017
Former two-weight boxing world champion Paulie Malignaggi was brought in as a sparring partner for Conor McGregor’s camp for his mega-money fight against Floyd Mayweather. Malignaggi, who recently retired from boxing, had a couple of sparring sessions with McGregor but called it quits after McGregor’s camp “exploited” him with photos from the sparring showing McGregor seemingly getting the best of their training. One photo that McGregor’s camp released showed Malignaggi getting up off the ground from his back as if McGregor knocked Malignaggi down. Paulie claimed it was a push down and stated that if people really want to see how their full 12 rounds of sparring went down, the UFC Performance Institute where they sparred has the full video of their session and should release it.
Nick Diaz weighs-in on Conor McGregor vs. Floyd Mayweather
bjpenndotcom - August 4, 2017
Un just a few short weeks, UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor and undefeated prizefighter Floyd Mayweather will step into the ring together in a highly anticipated showdown. Ahead of the fight, there has been some drama in the camp of Conor McGregor, as former boxing champion Paul Malignaggi left the camp in the midst of a dispute with the team over photos posted to McGregor’s social media accounts.
Paul Malignaggi issues statement, has officially parted ways with Team McGregor
Chris Taylor - August 3, 2017
Former two-weight boxing champion Paul Malignaggi is no longer working with Team McGregor. The retired boxer, who was brought in to help current UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor prepare for his boxing match with Floyd Mayweather, made headlines earlier this evening when he put “Mystic Mac” and his team on blast for their lack of ethics.
Paul Malignaggi details how his sparring with Conor McGregor ACTUALLY went down
Chris Taylor - August 3, 2017
Earlier today photos surfaced on social media of Paul Malignaggi laid out on the boxing ring canvas with current UFC lightweight champion of the world Conor McGregor standing over top of him. Check out the photo below.
VIDEO | Floyd Mayweather concedes how much money he will make in fight against Conor McGregor
Russell Ess - August 3, 2017
There is no doubt that Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor will make a ton of money from their superfight scheduled to take place on August 26 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. UFC President Dana White had estimated prior to the fight being officially announced that Mayweather would make north of $100 million for his role in the mega-million dollar match while McGregor would make $75 million. This is all depending on how the fight ends up selling as pay-per-view points will surely play a big role on how much money gets spread around to all the players involved in the fight.
VIDEO | Paulie Malignaggi admits sparring got 'very dirty' with a 'not very likable' Conor McGregor
Russell Ess - August 2, 2017
It’s now clear that Conor McGregor and Paulie Malignaggi are not in training camp together to build any friendship. In fact, Malignaggi said just that while recently speaking on the Dan Patrick Show with talks of their first sparring session that sounded like it was more of an actual fight than a training session.
Joseph Duffy undefeated in pro boxing and has beaten Conor McGregor in the cage says 'it’s a totally different ballgame'
Russell Ess - August 2, 2017
Nate Diaz, Artemij Sitenkov, and Joseph Duffy all have one thing in common: A win over UFC superstar Conor McGregor. Duffy beat McGregor back in 2010 when the two fought in Cage Warriors where Duffy was able to submit “The Notorious” in just 38 seconds by arm triangle choke. Duffy recently renewed a contract with the UFC but also had a stint in professional boxing where he went 7-0 as a pro in 2013. So, with his experience fighting McGregor and in professional boxing, it’s interesting to hear his take on the whole Floyd Mayweather vs Conor McGregor madness that is set to take place on August 26.
Nevada commission comments on glove size for Mayweather vs McGregor fight
Russell Ess - August 2, 2017
Floyd Mayweather made headlines on Tuesday when he posted a challenge to Conor McGregor on social media offering to fight with 8-ounce gloves instead of the 10-ounce gloves that are in their contracted rules. “Don’t believe what you hear in the media. Don’t believe what you hear on blog sites. If it’s not coming directly from me, then it’s not true,” Mayweather said in his post. “I’m telling McGregor, “Let’s fight in 8 oz gloves”. McGregor can fight in any brand he prefers or chooses. I’ll be wearing 8 oz Grant gloves. Whatever advantage McGregor needs to feel more comfortable in the ring, I’m willing to accommodate. Let’s give the boxing and MMA fans what they want to see.”
Conor McGregor responds to Floyd Mayweather's 8 oz. glove offer
Tom Taylor - August 2, 2017
On August 26, UFC lightweight champ Conor McGregor will step into the boxing ring with undefeated boxing great Floyd Mayweather Jr. Originally, the pair were expected to battle in 10 oz. gloves, though a recent offer from Mayweather indicated that that could change. Mayweather made his offer on social media, assuring that he was ok with wearing smaller, 8 oz. gloves, which would be much closer to the 4 oz. gloves to which McGregor has grown accustomed as an MMA fighter.
Floyd Mayweather challenges Conor McGregor to fight in 8oz gloves
bjpenndotcom - August 1, 2017
With less than a month to go until the Conor McGregor vs. Floyd Mayweather superfight set to take place on August 26th, things have taken a rather unexpected turn in the form of details that need to be ironed out. During the first stop of the Mayweather vs. McGregor world tour recently in Los Angeles, Conor McGregor stated that Mayweather was putting restrictions on the rules for eligible gloves for the fight.