Conor McGregor News
TUF 31 contestant Aaron McKenzie weighs in on Michael Chandler’s claim that Conor McGregor was not there for his team: “He wasn’t at a lot of morning practices”
Harry Kettle - July 6, 2023
TUF 31 contestant Aaron McKenzie has given his thoughts on Michael Chandler’s claim that Conor McGregor wasn’t there for his team during the process. At this moment in time, Conor McGregor’s team on the latest season of The Ultimate Fighter has yet to win a fight. Many fans and pundits have, understandably, criticized McGregor’s coaching as a result of such stats.
Michael Chandler details what went through his head after Conor McGregor shoved him on TUF
Cole Shelton - July 5, 2023
Michael Chandler has revealed what went through his head when Conor McGregor shoved him in the face on TUF 31. Chandler and McGregor served as coaches on the latest season of The Ultimate Fighter and are slated to fight one another after the show concludes. With the two set to fight, the tensions are running high – especially after Lee Hammond, one of McGregor’s teammates lost on the show. Following Lee’s loss, Conor McGregor was visibly angry and upset and began chirping Michael Chandler.
Jake Paul eyeing MMA fight with Conor McGregor after Nate Diaz: "I'm not afraid"
Josh Evanoff - July 5, 2023
Boxing star Jake Paul is ready to step into the cage with Conor McGregor after his August clash with Nate Diaz. ‘The Problem Child’ is currently slated to face the Stockton native later this year. The two will headline a DAZN pay-per-view offering, Jake Paul’s first since his loss to Tommy Fury in February. Following that loss to ‘TNT’, the YouTuber-turned-boxer called for an instant rematch.
Henry Cejudo trolls Conor McGregor over his upcoming court case: “It’ll be the 1st win you get this decade”
Harry Kettle - July 5, 2023
Henry Cejudo has taken a shot at Conor McGregor as the Irishman continues to deal with recent legal issues. Conor McGregor’s future is uncertain, to put it lightly. The expectation in recent months has been that he would return to the Octagon to take on Michael Chandler. Unfortunately, given that he has yet to enroll back into the USADA testing pool, it doesn’t seem like that’ll happen anytime soon. Instead, the former two-weight UFC champion has been dealing with some legal problems related to his appearance at a Miami Heat game.
Anthony Smith blames TUF 31 editing for falsely portraying Conor McGregor
Susan Cox - July 4, 2023
Anthony Smith is blaming The Ultimate Fighter 31 editing team for falsely portraying Conor McGregor. TUF 31 has seen coach Conor McGregor’s team winless in the first five matches of the season. That of course means opposing coach Michael Chandler’s team are riding high with no losses to date.
Report | Miami Heat axe deal to have Conor McGregor’s Tidl Sports patch on their jerseys: “It’s a reminder of the 24 hours of hell the organization went through”
Harry Kettle - July 3, 2023
The Miami Heat have reportedly axed a deal that would’ve seen Conor McGregor’s Tidl Sports brand sponsor the team next season. It’s been a strange few weeks for Conor McGregor, and one of the big reasons for that was his appearance at an NBA Finals game in Miami, Florida. After punching the team’s mascot and sending him to hospital, the Irishman was accused of sexual assault by a woman he met at the event. The messy ordeal has led many to wonder whether or not he’ll actually return to the Octagon, as he was expected to do.
Michael Chandler remains confident that he will still end up fighting Conor McGregor: “I don’t think he wants to stain his legacy”
Susan Cox - June 27, 2023
Michael Chandler remains confident that he will indeed end up fighting former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor. Chandler (23-8 MMA) and McGregor (22-6 MMA) wrapped up filming on Season 31 of ‘The Ultimate Fighter’ earlier this year, which is currently airing Tuesdays on ESPN until it’s conclusion Aug. 15th.
Conor McGregor calls out Artem Lobov for not returning to Russia: "Still in Ireland on benefits"
Chris Taylor - June 24, 2023
Conor McGregor has called out his former friend and training partner Artem Lobov for not returning home to Russia. Russia is of course at war with the Ukraine and the ongoing conflict has created chaos in both nations. The situation now has a new wrinkle as it is being reported that a rebellion run by Yevgeny Prigozhin is challenging Vladimir Putin’s reign of power. If true, this new controversy could lead to a civil war.
Joe Rogan believes Conor McGregor fighting Mike Perry in BKFC would do at least a million PPV buys: “That would be f**king bananas”
Harry Kettle - June 23, 2023
Joe Rogan thinks Conor McGregor vs Mike Perry in bare-knuckle boxing has the potential to sell over a million pay-per-views. It’s safe to say that the future is uncertain for Conor McGregor. While he’s expected to take on Michael Chandler in his return to the Octagon, he has yet to enroll back into the USADA testing pool. In addition, he’s also facing sexual assault charges stemming from an alleged incident at an NBA Finals game.
Daniel Cormier reacts to sexual assault allegations against Conor McGregor
Harry Kettle - June 22, 2023
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier has given his thoughts on the sexual assault allegations being made against Conor McGregor. It’s safe to say that Conor McGregor’s future is uncertain. He was supposed to be fighting Michael Chandler later this year, but it doesn’t appear as if that’s going to happen in 2023.
Michael Chandler vents frustration over Conor McGregor still not being enrolled in USADA testing: “One hundred and seventy-nine days left”
Harry Kettle - June 21, 2023
UFC fighter Michael Chandler has vented his frustration as Conor McGregor continues to miss out on being enrolled in the USADA testing pool. For the majority of the year thus far, it’s seemed as if Michael Chandler and Conor McGregor would be squaring off in the Octagon. As time has gone on, however, more and more doubts have been creeping in regarding the Irishman’s availability.
UFC star Conor McGregor shares photos from recent sparring session with Dillon Danis
Harry Kettle - June 21, 2023
UFC star Conor McGregor has shared photos of him sparring with Dillon Danis as speculation over his future continues. Right now, Conor McGregor has bigger things on his plate than fighting as a result of the recent accusations against him. With that being said, a lot of fans are still curious to see whether or not he’ll be competing against Michael Chandler – as was rumored to be the case.
Michael Chandler reacts to latest sexual assault allegations made against Conor McGregor: “Very fishy”
Susan Cox - June 16, 2023
Michael Chandler has reacted to the latest sexual assault allegations made against UFC star Conor McGregor. McGregor has once again made headlines after being accused of a sexual assault against a woman during game 4 of the NBA Finals on Friday, June 9th at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida.
Miami Police Department issues statement regarding recent sexual assault allegations made against UFC star Conor McGregor
Josh Evanoff - June 15, 2023
The Miami Police Department has released a statement regarding allegations against UFC star Conor McGregor. ‘The Notorious’ is currently awaiting his next fight, having been out of the octagon for over two years. The former double-champion is currently preparing for his return, having recently coached The Ultimate Fighter. Conor McGregor coached the show opposite Michael Chandler, with the two reportedly eyeing a potential December bout.
The UFC and Miami Heat release statements following accusations that Conor McGregor sexually assaulted a woman at the NBA Finals
Cole Shelton - June 15, 2023
The UFC and Miami Heat have released statements following the rape accusations against Conor McGregor. McGregor was in attendance at the NBA Finals Game 4 in Miami as he was promoting a new product and had a skit with the Heat mascot that ended up sending the costumed individual to the hospital. Apparently that was not the only McGregor-related incident to take place at the event, as earlier today TMZ Sports reported that a woman is now accusing McGregor of sexually assaulting her during the game.
Mark Hunt encourages Dana White to give Conor McGregor the Brock Lesnar treatment: “Give the same exemption you gave that baboon”
Susan Cox - June 15, 2023
Mark Hunt is encouraging Dana White to give Conor McGregor the Brock Lesnar treatment. ‘The Super Samoan’ is giving UFC President, Dana White, a solution concerning the fact that Conor McGregor has not re-entered the USADA testing pool.
Conor McGregor says punching Miami Heat mascot was "all a skit," despite sending him to hospital
Cole Shelton - June 14, 2023
Conor McGregor has opened up on his altercation with the Miami Heat mascot. McGregor was in attendance for Game 4 of the NBA Finals and during a commercial break to promote a pain relief product, the Irishman punched the mascot and followed him to the ground and landed more shots. He then sprayed him with pain relief, but, McGregor ended up hurting the mascot as it was reported the person inside the costume suit was taken to the emergency room of a nearby hospital for treatment.
Conor McGregor reportedly has two days to enter USADA testing pool in order to fight in 2023
Cole Shelton - June 14, 2023
Time is running out on Conor McGregor if he wants to fight in 2023. Ever since it was announced McGregor would coach TUF 31 opposite Michael Chandler, many expect the two to fight at the end of the year. However, a major holdup has been that the Irishman is not in the USADA testing pool but last month, USADA came out and said McGregor would be back in the pool shortly.