Conor McGregor News
John Kavanagh reveals that the UFC postponed Conor McGregor's planned April return
Josh Evanoff - November 13, 2023
John Kavanagh has revealed that Conor McGregor won’t be back at UFC 300 after all. ‘The Notorious’ has famously been out of the cage since a trilogy loss to Dustin Poirier in July 2021. That defeat to ‘The Diamond’ saw Conor McGregor break his leg. The injury and subsequent exit from the USADA testing pool have the Irishman sitting on the sidelines as of now.
Conor McGregor brings of Khabib’s late father while reacting to Usman Nurmagomedov's failed drug test
Susan Cox - November 13, 2023
Conor McGregor has brought up Khabib’s late father while reacting to Usman Nurmagomedov’s failed drug test. Usman Nurmagomedov (17-0 MMA) is Bellator’s reigning lightweight titleholder.
Dana White hints at McGregor-Chandler: "We could be looking at him [McGregor] next summer"
Zain Bando - November 10, 2023
Although UFC CEO Dana White is busy promoting UFC 295, which is headlined by two title fights and is on the eve of the UFC’s 30th anniversary, the machine rolls on. So much so that White, who has been company president since 2001, was spotted in New York City and took time to chat with Adam Glyn, arguably New York City’s most famed street reporter.
Firas Zahabi says he was “speechless” after hearing news of the UFC’s split with USADA: “One guy is going to ruin it for everybody?”
Harry Kettle - November 9, 2023
Georges St-Pierre’s head coach Firas Zahabi has revealed his concern for the future after UFC’s split with USADA. Last month, it was announced that the Ultimate Fighting Championship would be parting ways with USADA, starting in January 2024. It appeared to be quite a bitter split, with USADA releasing a statement that noted their frustration with Conor McGregor and when he’d be cleared to compete again.
Coach explains why beating Conor McGregor would do nothing for the legacy Islam Makhachev is looking to create
Susan Cox - November 6, 2023
Coach Javier Mendez is explaining why beating Conor McGregor would do nothing for the legacy Islam Makhachev is looking to create. Islam Makachev (25-1 MMA), the current lightweight champion, most recently defeated Alexander Volkanvoski (26-3 MMA) last month at UFC 294.
Conor McGregor's UFC payouts revealed in UFC antitrust court documents
Cole Shelton - November 2, 2023
Conor McGregor has had some of his UFC disclosed pay released due to the antitrust lawsuit. A judge recently denied the UFC to appeal class certification in its ongoing antitrust lawsuit. The lawsuit made by several former fighters alleges that the promotion suppressed fighter pay through anti-competitive tactics such as shutting out competition and controlling the market from 2010 until 2017.
Conor McGregor claims that 99% of the UFC roster would never compete again if given a weeks wage of his net worth
Susan Cox - November 2, 2023
Conor McGregor is claiming that 99% of the UFC roster would never compete again if given a week’s wage of his net worth. One of the rich and famous, McGregor has never shied away from flaunting his wealthy and extravagant lifestyle.
Conor McGregor says he can “relate” to Alexander Volkanovski’s comments about needing to stay active: “I must return to my way of living”
Susan Cox - October 30, 2023
Conor McGregor is saying he can ‘relate’ to Alexander Volkanovski’s comments about needing to stay active. It was a week ago, at UFC 294, that Alexander Volkanovski (26-3 MMA) took a fight (on late notice) with Islam Makhachev (25-1 MMA) and was defeated by KO at 3:06 of Round 1. While not the outcome the 35 year old had hoped for, he spoke about how important it is for him to stay active in the cage.
Conor McGregor weighs in on Francis Ngannou vs. Tyson Fury: "With power like that anything can happen"
Josh Evanoff - October 27, 2023
Former UFC champion Conor McGregor has previewed the boxing match between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou. ‘The Gypsy King’ and ‘The Predator’ are set to face off tomorrow night in Saudi Arabia. Moreover, the two will headline an ESPN pay-per-view card, in what will be Francis Ngannou’s first boxing match. Although, Tyson Fury is expected to enter as a massive favorite for the contest.
Daniel Cormier explains why UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev should fight Conor McGregor next: “It’s the biggest money fight the UFC can make”
Harry Kettle - October 26, 2023
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier has explained why he believes the promotion should book Islam Makhachev vs Conor McGregor. Last weekend, Islam Makhachev knocked out Alexander Volkanovski to successfully retain his UFC lightweight championship. It was an emphatic performance that cemented his status as one of the best fighters on the planet.
Conor McGregor calls foul on Islam Makhachev’s stoppage win over Alexander Volkanovski: “Back of the head shots are not good”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 22, 2023
Conor McGregor was paying attention to the UFC 294 headliner between Islam Makhachev and Alex Volkanovski. Volkanovski stepped up on short notice when Charles Oliveira couldn’t make it to the card after suffering a cut during sparring. While the first fight between Makhachev and Volkanovski was highly competitive, the rematch ended quickly. Makhachev scored a head kick that dropped Volkanovski in the first round and finished the fight with some follow-up punches.
John Kavanagh says Conor McGregor is "very hungry" to make "inevitable return"
Cole Shelton - October 19, 2023
John Kavanagh says Conor McGregor is getting antsy to make his MMA return. McGregor has not fought since July of 2021 when he broke his leg against Dustin Poirier in the trilogy match. Since then, he has been rehabbing his leg and finally re-entered the USADA testing pool as he expects to return to the Octagon sometime in 2024.
Conor McGregor takes aim at Canelo Alvarez and his drawing power: “Grow some balls and fight for real”
Susan Cox - October 19, 2023
Conor McGregor is taking aim at Canelo Alvarez and his drawing power. Alvarez, at 33, has a phenomenal record of 60 wins and 2 losses in the boxing ring. The 2 career losses came against Floyd Mayweather back in 2013 and more recently against Dmitry Bivol in May of 2022.
Conor McGregor takes aim at Islam Makhachev over his comments about UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones: “This is what happens when cousins have sex”
Susan Cox - October 18, 2023
Conor McGregor is taking aim at Islam Makhachev over his comments about UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones. Islam Makhachev (24-1 MMA) is set to battle Alexander Volkanovski (26-2 MMA) in the main event lightweight title bout at UFC 294 this coming Saturday, October 21st at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
Report | Conor McGregor no longer facing charges for alleged sexual assault at NBA Finals game
Harry Kettle - October 18, 2023
UFC star Conor McGregor is reportedly no longer facing charges for an alleged sexual assault at an NBA Finals game. While he may be the biggest name in mixed martial arts, Conor McGregor’s career hasn’t been without controversy. He has been involved in a number of legal issues outside of the cage, with a recent one stemming from an appearance at an NBA Finals game this past summer. Following the evening in question, a woman came forward and accused the Irishman of sexual assault.
Conor McGregor and Canelo Alvarez trade barbs over potential fight: "I'll kick you raw pink"
Josh Evanoff - October 17, 2023
Former UFC dual-weight champion Conor McGregor has begun a war of words with Canelo Alvarez. ‘The Notorious’ has been out of action for over two years, suffering a broken leg in his July 2021 trilogy with Dustin Poirier. As a result, Conor McGregor has been on the sidelines recovering since then, even leaving the USADA pool. During his time away, the Irishman has called out everyone from Nate Diaz to Canelo Alvarez.
UFC's Hunter Campbell claims USADA may be "legally liable" for what they did to Conor McGregor
Cole Shelton - October 12, 2023
Hunter Campbell, a UFC executive, didn’t like what USADA did to Conor McGregor. After Conor McGregor broke his leg, it was well-documented that he was out of the USADA testing pool. As it got closer to him making a return, the Irishman claimed being in the testing pool for six months didn’t matter and he would fight when he wanted to.
UFC books first Saudi Arabia fight night for March 2024, Conor McGregor reacts: "I am honored!"
Josh Evanoff - October 12, 2023
The UFC is heading to Saudi Arabia next year, and Conor McGregor is already a fan of the deal. The country’s PIF is infamously being used to help boost its economy. Already, Saudi Arabia has massive deals with the PGA, and the WWE, and has also attracted multiple boxing matches there. Later this month, Francis Ngannou will travel to the country to face Tyson Fury, for example.