Conor McGregor News
Conor McGregor sounds off on Artem Lobov following latest lawsuit for intimidation: “I’m not paying these lawyers nothing”
Susan Cox - December 15, 2022
Conor McGregor is sounding off on Artem Lobov following his latest lawsuit for intimidation. Former MMA fighter Artem Lobov has apparently filed a multimillion-dollar lawsuit against Conor McGregor. Lobov maintains he is entitled to a percentage of McGregor’s earnings in the sale of the Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey brand.
Michael Bisping believes Conor McGregor could fast track his way to a UFC title shot with a knockout of Michael Chandler
Harry Kettle - December 14, 2022
Michael Bisping believes Conor McGregor could end up with a UFC title shot if he’s able to knock out Michael Chandler. The return of Conor McGregor has been hotly debated ever since his leg break last summer against Dustin Poirier. A parade of potential opponents have been mentioned, understandably, given that McGregor can fight at a series of different weight classes.
Artem Lobov slaps Conor McGregor with another lawsuit following alleged “intimidation” and “harassment”
Harry Kettle - December 14, 2022
Artem Lobov has hit Conor McGregor with another lawsuit as their dispute over Proper No. Twelve whiskey continues. Last month, it was announced that Artem Lobov would be suing his former best friend Conor McGregor. The dispute was believed to be in relation to the creation of Proper No. Twelve whiskey, with Artem claiming he was promised 5% of the deal. During an interview, he had the following to say.
Dana White dismisses talk of Michael Chandler fighting Conor McGregor in his UFC return: “I never said that, ever f**king once”
Susan Cox - December 12, 2022
Dana White is dismissing talk of Michael Chandler fighting Conor McGregor in his UFC return. It is true that UFC President, Dana White made comments that the two fighters meeting up in the Octagon would be a ‘fun fight’. Also true is the fact that media outlets ran with the story which became Conor McGregor (22-6 MMA) will fight Michael Chandler (23-8 MMA) in his much anticipated return to the Octagon.
Dana White reveals Conor McGregor is "likely" to face Michael Chandler in his UFC return
Cole Shelton - December 8, 2022
Dana White says Conor McGregor will likely face Michael Chandler in his return to the Octagon. McGregor has not fought since UFC 264 in July of 2021 in the trilogy against Dustin Poirier when he suffered a TKO loss due to him breaking his leg. Since then, he has been rehabbing his leg but has also withdrawn from the USADA testing pool, which has made some people mad.
Anthony Smith dismisses Conor McGregor's chances against Dustin Poirier in fourth fight: "He wasn’t really in either of those last two fights"
Josh Evanoff - December 6, 2022
UFC commentator Anthony Smith doesn’t believe Conor McGregor will have much success in a fourth fight against Dustin Poirier. ‘The Notorious’ has been out of action since his trilogy bout with ‘The Diamond’ last July at UFC 264. In that outing, the Irishman broke his leg in the final seconds of round one, handing him the TKO defeat. The loss was the second straight to Poirier for McGregor. The Irishman previously defeated the Louisana native in their first meeting in 2014.
Conor McGregor slams Joe Rogan following recent steroid accusations: “In the company that long and never took a fight”
Josh Evanoff - December 6, 2022
Conor McGregor doesn’t seem to be a fan of UFC commentator Joe Rogan’s recent comments. ‘The Notorious’ has been out of action since his loss to Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 last July. In the final seconds of the first round, the Irishman famously broke his leg. The brutal injury has kept the former champion out of action for well over a year.
Conor McGregor claps back at “little sad broke tick” Tony Ferguson over cartoon video
Lewis Simpson - December 6, 2022
Conor McGregor clapped back at Tony Ferguson after the former UFC lightweight interim champion Tweeted a cartoon video featuring the pair. Ferguson, in the past, has always shown a unique way of calling fighters out with his unique style of Tweeting and posting creative videos.
Nate Diaz chimes in on recent Twitter feud between Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier, ‘Notorious’ responds
Harry Kettle - December 6, 2022
Nate Diaz has taken a shot at Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier as their three-way rivalry on social media continues. In recent years, Nate Diaz hasn’t exactly been the most active fighter. Still, even with that being the case, you could certainly make the argument that he’s been one of the most popular athletes in combat sports.
Conor McGregor reacts to Dustin Poirier being hospitalized, 'The Diamond' responds
Susan Cox - December 5, 2022
Conor McGregor has reacted to the news that Dustin Poirier is hospitalized with a staph infection. Conor McGregor (22-6 MMA) and Dustin Poirier (29-7 MMA) have a history inside the Octagon. The two fighters battled it out in the cage on three occasions. It was way back in September of 2014 at UFC 178 that the Irishman defeated ‘The Diamond’ via TKO. The two met up again 7 years later, in January of 2021 at UFC 257 where it was Poirier who defeated McGregor via KO. The trilogy fight came just 6 months later where Poirier once again defeated ‘Notorious’ via TKO in round 1.
Joe Rogan discusses one of the bigger factors behind the “demise” of Conor McGregor in the UFC
Susan Cox - December 5, 2022
Joe Rogan has discussed one of the bigger factors behind the ‘demise’ of Conor McGregor in the UFC. Conor McGregor, 34, has been playing outside the cage for almost a year and a half now.
Stephen Thompson would “love” to welcome Conor McGregor back to the Octagon: “Let’s make it happen”
Harry Kettle - December 4, 2022
Stephen Thompson has expressed his interest in welcoming UFC star Conor McGregor back to the Octagon. Last night, Stephen Thompson put on a real show. The man known as ‘Wonderboy’ rolled back the years and, at the age of 39, stopped Kevin Holland via TKO. It was one of the best fights of the year with Holland likely winning the first round, only for Thompson to take over.
Daniel Cormier shares his take on who Conor McGregor should be matched up with in his UFC return
Susan Cox - December 1, 2022
Daniel Cormier has shared his take on who Conor McGregor should be matched up with in his UFC return. The 43 year old commentator believes McGregor, a former two-division UFC champion will return to action in 2023 and has given his insight into who he feels the Irishman will meet with inside the Octagon next.
MJF trolls Conor McGregor in latest appearance on AEW Dynamite
Harry Kettle - December 1, 2022
AEW star MJF gave a not-so-subtle nod to Conor McGregor during an appearance on Dynamite earlier this week. Anyone that knows Conor McGregor knows that he can be controversial from time to time. In equal measure, the same can be said for pro wrestling sensation MJF.
Chael Sonnen believes Conor McGregor is "clean," explains why he thinks the Irishman left the USADA testing pool: "I think that he made the right decision"
Cole Shelton - November 30, 2022
Chael Sonnen doesn’t think Conor McGregor is using steroids. McGregor has been under fire from Anthony Smith and other fighters and fans for leaving the USADA testing pool. Many have wondered if the Irishman is taking steroids when he is not in the testing pool, but Sonnen doesn’t think that is the case.
Daniel Cormier confident Conor McGregor not returning in February despite USADA comments: "You don't get to make your own rules"
Josh Evanoff - November 30, 2022
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier doesn’t believe that Conor McGregor will be back in action soon. ‘The Notorious’ has been out of action since his loss to Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 last July. During the defeat, McGregor famously broke his leg in the closing seconds of round one. As a result, he’s been out of action for well over a year.
Anthony Smith responds after being labeled a “rat” and a “loser” by former UFC champion Conor McGregor
Harry Kettle - November 30, 2022
Anthony Smith has responded to being called a “rat” by Conor McGregor during their recent USADA debate. Aside from being a top UFC light heavyweight, Anthony Smith is also a pretty solid analyst. He’s opinionated, he has informed views, and he’s well-spoken.
Conor McGregor challenges Artem Lobov to a fight at SBG after lawsuit: "We’ll fight for the whole lot"
Cole Shelton - November 29, 2022
Conor McGregor is hoping to fight Artem Lobov following his teammate filing a lawsuit against him. Recently, it was reported that Lobov was suing McGregor for millions alleging that he was pivotal in developing McGregor’s Proper No. 12 Irish Whiskey. Lobov reportedly had an agreement that entitles him to five percent of the money McGregor made from the sale.