Conor McGregor News
Kamaru Usman reacts to Conor McGregor's welterweight plans
Tom Taylor - May 12, 2020
UFC welterweight champ Kamaru Usman has responded to Conor McGregor teasing a future move to the welterweight division. McGregor unleashed a heated rant on Twitter on Monday, targeting multiple lightweight rivals in Khabib Nurmagomedov, Justin Gaethje, Tony Ferguson and Dustin Poirier. The Irish star wrapped this rant up by laying out plans for a move to welterweight once he’s conquered the lightweight division.
Manager discusses options for Conor McGregor's next opponent
Tom Taylor - May 12, 2020
Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor has options for his next opponent, according to his manager Audie Attar. Attar discussed McGregor’s next move in a recent interview with MMA Junkie.
Betting odds released for potential Conor McGregor vs. Justin Gaethje fight
Harry Kettle - May 12, 2020
Betonline.ag has released early odds for a potential Conor McGregor vs. Justin Gaethje showdown following UFC 249 this past weekend. Gaethje now appears to be in line for a title shot against Khabib Nurmagomedov after capturing the Interim Lightweight Championship in Jacksonville, Florida following a dominant win over Tony Ferguson.
Nate Diaz chimes in on Twitter feud between Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov
Christopher Taylor - May 12, 2020
Nate Diaz has shared his thoughts on the recent online feud between bitter rivals Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov. The former two-division champion, McGregor, made headlines yesterday when he blasted numerous lightweights on social media. Among the victims of McGregor’s verbal assault were Justin Gaethje, Dustin Poirier and Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Ali Abdelaziz says Conor McGregor "had his chance" to fight Justin Gaethje already but picked an easier fight
Cole Shelton - May 11, 2020
Ali Abdelaziz says Conor McGregor will not be fighting Justin Gaethje next. In the main event of UFC 249, Gaethje TKO’d Tony Ferguson in the fifth round to win the interim lightweight title. The win sets up a showdown with the undisputed champion, Khabib Nurmagomedov later this year.
Dustin Poirier responds to Conor McGregor Twitter rant
Natasha Hooper - May 11, 2020
Dustin Poirier has fired back at Conor McGregor for his post-UFC 249 Twitter rant. Justin Gaethje filled in as a short-notice replacement for lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov in the main event of UFC 249 on May 9. Despite having a lack of time to prepare, “The Highlight” used his striking accuracy to seal the TKO victory against Ferguson in the fifth round.
Conor McGregor vows to "butcher" Gaethje, unloads on Ferguson, Nurmagomedov and Poirier
Tom Taylor - May 11, 2020
Conor McGregor has some choice words for his lightweight rivals Justin Gaethje, Tony Ferguson, Khabib Nurmagomedov and Dustin Poirier. McGregor targeted his fellow lightweights on Twitter on Monday afternoon, just days after Gaethje defeated Ferguson to capture the interim lightweight title at UFC 249.
Dana White reacts to Conor McGregor telling Nate Diaz to "sign the contract"
Tom Taylor - May 11, 2020
UFC President Dana White says there are no plans on the table for a trilogy fight between former two-division champ Conor McGregor and his long-time rival Nate Diaz. McGregor and Diaz are tied 1-1 across two fights, both of which occurred in 2016. Diaz won the first fight, springing the upset with a submission win. McGregor evened the score in the rematch, defeating Diaz by majority decision. Ever since, fans have been dying to see the pair meet in a tie-breaking trilogy fight.
Conor McGregor "doesn’t like the idea of fighting without a crowd" according to Dana White
Cole Shelton - May 8, 2020
Conor McGregor doesn’t appear to be too interested in fighting without a crowd. McGregor has been adamant of having three fights in 2020, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic that may not happen. Although the Irishman has hinted at a summertime return, according to UFC president, Dana White, the former champ-champ doesn’t like the idea of competing without a crowd but would understand if that’s what he had to do.
Donald Cerrone addresses criticisms of Stephen A. Smith
Tom Taylor - May 8, 2020
Shortly after Donald Cerrone was defeated by Conor McGregor back in January, he was lambasted by ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith. Speaking to MMA Fighting ahead of his UFC 249 rematch with Anthony Pettis, Cerrone addressed the comments Smith made about him. He says its always his intention to avoid drama of this kind.
Conor McGregor watching UFC 249 to ensure safety and determine return according to manager
Mike Pendleton - May 7, 2020
Before there are any plans made for Conor McGregor to make his return to the Octagon in 2020, he wants to ensure that the safety measures in place are going to work. According to his manager Audie Attar, McGregor will be following this weekend’s event for many reasons, including scouting potential future opponents, and ensuring the safety of the event taking place during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Conor McGregor responds to "challenge" from Oscar De La Hoya
Thomas Taylor - May 7, 2020
Conor McGregor was recently called out 47-year-old former boxing champ Oscar De La. Now, the Irishman has responded. De La Hoya discussed a potential boxing match with McGregor during an appearance on CBS Sports’ State of Combat podcast.
Tony Ferguson takes shot at "fake" Conor McGregor ahead of UFC 249
Tom Taylor - May 7, 2020
Tony Ferguson is days out from an interim lightweight title fight with Justin Gaethje. Given the task at hand, he doesn’t have a lot of energy for talk about Conor McGregor. Ferguson was asked about McGregor on ESPN’s First Take on Thursday morning, and he labeled the Irishman fake — as fake as chicken nuggets.
Coach Mendez explains why Conor McGregor is still the toughest opponent for his pupil Khabib Nurmagomedov
Natasha Hooper - May 7, 2020
Khabib Nurmagomedov’s coach Javier Mendez has explained why Conor McGregor is still his pupil’s toughest opponent. The undefeated lightweight champion was scheduled to defend his title against Tony Ferguson in the main event of UFC 249. However, due to travel restrictions related to the coronavirus outbreak and Nurmagomedov’s commitment to Ramadan, their showdown has been postponed. Justin Gaethje will fill in as a short-notice replacement to fight “El Cucuy” on May 9.
Conor McGregor wants to fight in June, says Dana White
Adam Martin - May 6, 2020
UFC president Dana White confirmed that superstar Conor McGregor wants to fight in June and he wants to compete on Fight Island. White this week admitted that McGregor wants to compete at the UFC’s new Fight Island complex, but cautioned that doing so would lose the UFC a $20 million gate due to having no fans in the arena. At the same time, White is fully aware that fans may not be allowed into arenas for a long time, and McGregor appears eager to step back into the Octagon soon.
Report: "No real talks" underway for Conor McGregor fight
Tom Taylor - May 6, 2020
It sounds like we can pump the brakes on talk of an imminent Conor McGregor comeback. UFC president Dana White recently claimed that McGregor is ready to return to the Octagon.
Dana White: Conor McGregor vs. Jorge Masvidal BMF title fight "a possibility" for Fight Island
Tom Taylor - May 5, 2020
UFC President Dana White recently divulged that a blockbuster showdown between BMF champion Jorge Masvidal and former two-division champ Conor McGregor is “a possibility” for his widely discussed Fight Island. White dropped this McGregor vs. Masvidal bombshell during an appearance on the Menace and The Man podcast with former UFC featherweight contender Dennis Bermudez.
Oscar De La Hoya makes prediction for potential boxing match with Conor McGregor
Tom Taylor - May 4, 2020
Even at 47 years old, Oscar De La Hoya likes his chances in a potential boxing match with Conor McGregor. Speaking on CBS Sports’ State of Combat podcast recently, De La Hoya was asked about a potential fight with the McGregor. Despite his age, and the fact that he hasn’t fought since a 2008 loss to Manny Pacquiao, he’s still confident he’d beat the brakes of the Irish MMA star.