Conor McGregor News
Conor McGregor releases new training photo ahead of UFC 303 return
Harry Kettle - May 13, 2024
UFC superstar Conor McGregor has released a new training image as he prepares for his long-awaited return to the Octagon. It’s almost time, folks. Next month, Conor McGregor will return to the cage after three years away. In his last outing, he suffered a broken leg during his trilogy bout with Dustin Poirier. Now, he’s aiming to prove that he’s still got what it takes to thrive at the elite level.
Fight fans react to official poster for Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler at UFC 303: “Contender for the worst UFC poster of all time”
Harry Kettle - May 10, 2024
A parade of fight fans have given their thoughts on the official poster for UFC 303, headlined by Conor McGregor vs Michael Chandler. Next month, the Ultimate Fighting Championship will broadcast UFC 303 as part of International Fight Week. In the main event of the evening, Conor McGregor will make his long-awaited return to the Octagon after three years away.
Daniel Cormier praises Sean O'Malley's callout of Conor McGregor: "Keep your name on that same playing field!"
Josh Evanoff - May 9, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier loved to see Sean O’Malley call for a fight with Conor McGregor. In case you missed it, a rivalry between ‘Sugar’ and ‘The Notorious’ has begun brewing. Earlier this month, Ryan Garcia failed a drug test stemming from his boxing match with Devin Haney. That positive test resulted in a rant from Conor McGregor, who slammed the boxer. The Irishman also aimed at Sean O’Malley in the rant, who previously failed a drug test for the same substance Garcia did.
Dan Hardy predicts Conor McGregor will use broken leg as "bait" at UFC 303
Harry Kettle - May 8, 2024
MMA analyst Dan Hardy believes Conor McGregor will use his broken leg from three years ago as bait at UFC 303. Next month, fans will finally see the long-awaited return of Conor McGregor to the Octagon. He’s gearing up for a comeback that has been three years in the making as he prepares to battle Michael Chandler.
Sean O'Malley 'sad' over Conor McGregor's recent social media jabs at him: "F*** Conor"
Curtis Calhoun - May 6, 2024
UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley was caught off guard when Conor McGregor called him out in hostile fashion in a recent social media rant. O’Malley is fresh off a dominant title defense against Marlon Vera at UFC 299 earlier this year. He’s expected to face top contender Merab Dvalishvili for his next fight, potentially at UFC 306 in September at the Las Vegas Sphere.
Chael Sonnen blasts Charles Oliveira's 'list of demands' associated with Conor McGregor/Michael Chandler backup role
Curtis Calhoun - May 6, 2024
Chael Sonnen thinks Charles Oliveira might’ve blown his chances at being the backup fighter to Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler at UFC 303. McGregor and Chandler will finally clash in the UFC 303 main event on June 29 in Las Vegas. The fight comes after months of speculation over whether or not the matchup would finally come to fruition.
Ryan Garcia responds to Conor McGregor's fiery criticism of PED use: 'You ran from being tested!'
Curtis Calhoun - May 3, 2024
Boxing star Ryan Garcia didn’t take long to address Conor McGregor’s scathing tweet about Garcia’s use of a performance-enhancing drug. Garcia tested positive for Ostarine, a performance enhancer, on three different occasions leading up to his victory over Devin Haney last month. He defeated Haney by majority decision to hand the WBC super lightweight champion his first career defeat.
Conor McGregor reacts after Ryan Garcia tests positive for PED’s after Devin Haney fight: “Lifetime ban”
Susan Cox - May 3, 2024
Conor McGregor is reacting after Ryan Garcia tested positive for PED’s following his recent fight with Devin Haney. Boxer Ryan Garcia (25 wins – 20 by KO) recently defeated Devin Haney (31 wins – 15 by KO) in the ring.
Former UFC fighter Mike Perry reacts to Conor McGregor scoring BKFC ownership: "He's just done remarkable things"
Fernando Quiles - April 28, 2024
Mike Perry has reacted to Conor McGregor becoming a co-owner of BKFC, and he couldn’t be happier. McGregor stunned the combat sports world when the co-ownership was announced at KnuckleMania IV this past Saturday night. Perry headlined that card, defeating Thiago Alves in one minute via TKO. Perry and McGregor have been cordial with one another, and “Platinum” has the utmost respect for the former two-division UFC champion.
Michael Chandler issues stern warning to Conor McGregor amid BKFC ownership announcement
Fernando Quiles - April 28, 2024
Michael Chandler has something to say to Conor McGregor amid recent BKFC news. During the KnuckleMania IV broadcast, it was announced that in association with McGregor Sports and Entertainment, the “Notorious” one is a BKFC co-owner. McGregor has long shown his support for bare-knuckle boxing, and he even shared the ring for a fun faceoff with Mike Perry back in April 2023. While Conor wasn’t going to fight for BKFC given his deal with the UFC, “Mystic Mac” is in business with the company that was founded by David Feldman.
Michael Bisping warns Michael Chandler not to underestimate Conor McGregor at UFC 303: “Can't be drunk on your own ego”
Harry Kettle - April 26, 2024
UFC commentator Michael Bisping has issued a warning to Michael Chandler ahead of his showdown with Conor McGregor. At UFC 303, it’s finally happening. Michael Chandler and Conor McGregor will lock horns in a contest we’ve been waiting to see for well over a year. For multiple reasons, it hadn’t come to fruition – but now, it appears as if we’re on the verge of seeing it happen.
José Aldo expects 'great things' from former UFC rival Conor McGregor's return at UFC 303
Curtis Calhoun - April 25, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer José Aldo is a loyal ally of Conor McGregor almost a full decade after their intense rivalry inside the Octagon. Aldo will make his UFC return at UFC 301 next weekend in Rio de Janeiro. He’ll return to the bantamweight division to face Jonathan Martinez in the UFC 301 co-main event.
Daniel Cormier: 'Right place, right time' for Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler to be UFC's first 165lb title fight
Curtis Calhoun - April 22, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier thinks Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler could make history in more than one way. McGregor will make his long-awaited UFC return at UFC 303 against Chandler on June 29th. He and Chandler will finally meet in the Octagon after they clashed as opposing coaches on The Ultimate Fighter 31 last year.
Report | UFC 303: ‘McGregor vs. Chandler’ could break the promotion's gate record
Susan Cox - April 19, 2024
Sources are saying that UFC 303: McGregor vs. Chandler could indeed break the promotion’s gate record. UFC 303 will take place on Saturday, June 29th at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
UFC 303: ‘Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler’ Fight Card and Start Times
Harry Kettle - April 19, 2024
The countdown is on as fight fans around the globe gear up for the long-awaited return of Conor McGregor at UFC 303. Event: UFC 303: McGregor vs Poirier Date: Saturday, 29th June 2024 Location: T-Mobile Arena (Las Vegas, Nevada) Broadcast: ESPN+ PPV, ESPN2, ESPN+ (6pm EST prelims, 10pm EST main card)
Nate Diaz guarantees Conor McGregor trilogy will happen, says Leon Edwards is the “best thing in the UFC”
Harry Kettle - April 18, 2024
UFC legend Nate Diaz has guaranteed a future trilogy bout with Conor McGregor and has offered up big praise to Leon Edwards. As we all know, Nate Diaz is a true enigma in the world of mixed martial arts. From his fight style to his personality, he is as authentic as they come. He also happens to be one of the biggest names in the sport, and that’s been the case for almost a decade now.
Max Holloway admits that Conor McGregor rematch would be his ideal next fight: "Let's run it back"
Josh Evanoff - April 16, 2024
In his ideal world, Max Holloway would be facing Conor McGregor in his UFC return later this year. ‘Blessed’ returned to the cage over the weekend on the main card of UFC 300. In a rare lightweight appearance for the former featherweight champion, he faced Justin Gaethje. On the line was ‘The Highlight’s BMF gold that he won last year against Dustin Poirier. Despite entering the bout as an underdog, Max Holloway turned in a masterclass.
Michael Chandler “would not be surprised” if his bout with Conor McGregor is for the 165lbs title: “It should be for a belt”
Harry Kettle - April 16, 2024
Michael Chandler has suggested that there’s a chance his UFC 303 fight against Conor McGregor could be for a new 165-pound title. At the UFC 300 post-fight press conference, UFC president Dana White revealed that Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler will face off at UFC 303. It comes after over a year of speculation and waiting to see them collide. At the time, it was noted that the contest will take place at welterweight, aka 170 pounds.