Conor McGregor News

Tom Taylor - October 31, 2019

Nate Diaz and Conor McGregor are currently tied 1-1 across two fights, and the potential for a score-settling trilogy fight is hard to ignore. From the sounds of it, Diaz is open to the idea, but he’s in no rush to make it happen. The Stockton, California native discussed the matchup during a media scrum ahead of his UFC 244 fight with Jorge Masvidal.

Adam Martin - October 31, 2019

Top UFC lightweight contender Justin Gaethje went on the offensive against superstar Conor McGregor, saying the Irishman is a ‘b*tch’ for not fighting him. UFC president Dana White revealed on Wednesday that the UFC is currently in negotiations for McGregor’s comeback fight to be against Donald Cerrone and not Gaethje. Considering Gaethje just knocked Cerrone out at UFC Vancouver in September, it’s no surprise “The Highlight” is upset he’s not the one getting the fight with McGregor instead.

Adam Martin - October 30, 2019

UFC president Dana White has confirmed the promotion is looking to book superstar Conor McGregor against fan favorite Donald Cerrone for the first pay-per-view event of 2020. The card, which will take place on January 18, is expected to be called UFC 246. It will take place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Cerrone recently said he was in talks for the fight against McGregor, and now we have official confirmation by Dana White himself.

Natasha Hooper - October 30, 2019

Conor McGregor is known for his trash-talking skills that he directs at opponents. While he rarely praises his opponents, however, he isn’t afraid to praise the sport as a whole. In his latest meditation on the sport of MMA, McGregor discussed the importance of effective defence.

Natasha Hooper - October 30, 2019

Yair Rodriguez got creative during his latest fighter callout. The rising featherweight contender recorded a video lighting a “St. McGregor” candle to propose a “miracle” Mexico vs Ireland fight with Conor McGregor. See it below:

Natasha Hooper - October 30, 2019

Conor McGregor struggles to stay out of trouble, even when travelling abroad. This week, the former champion’s trip to Russia was interrupted as thugs reportedly surrounded his hotel, forcing the building into lockdown and police to intervene (according to Sputnik News).

Adam Martin - October 29, 2019

UFC lightweight contender Paul Felder is challenging Conor McGregor to a fight to determine who the toughest Irish fighter in the UFC is. Felder, who is an Irish American, claims that Irish MMA fans are turning on McGregor after all of his issues outside of the cage, and he wants to fight him.

Adam Martin - October 29, 2019

UFC lightweight contender Donald Cerrone says that contract negotiations for a fight against UFC superstar Conor McGregor are ‘looking good’ and he expects something to get signed soon. McGregor announced last week that he is targeting a return to the Octagon at UFC 246 on January 18 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Cerrone and Justin Gaethje are the two fighters who are under consideration to fight McGregor, and at this time it appears that Cerrone has the inside track to get the fight.

Adam D Martin - October 27, 2019

UFC superstar Conor McGregor took a shot at Russian standout Islam Makhachev, and the two got into an exchange of words on social media. The father of UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, Abdulmanap recently said he believes that Conor McGregor should fight Makhachev, who is a training partner of Khabib. McGregor evidently does not agree with what Khabib’s father suggested and took to his Twitter account to turn down the fight.

Tom Taylor - October 25, 2019

Conor McGregor has received a warm welcome in Moscow — for the most part. During an engagement at the Ritz-Carlton hotel, McGregor was berated by an angry fan who eventually threw a bottle at him. Flaunting the reflexes he’s owned over a lifetime in the fight game, however, McGregor deftly avoided this attack. See it below (via RT Sport).

Tom Taylor - October 25, 2019

On Thursday, former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor laid out plans for a comeback, starting on January 18. While McGregor didn’t specify an opponent for his next fight, ESPN reporter Ariel Helwani subsequently clarified that Donald Cerrone is the most likely option for the Irishman’s next fight, while Justin Gaethje is also a possibility. Gaethje has caught wind of this news, and doesn’t seem happy that he’s the second priority after Cerrone. He did, after all, beat Cerrone just a few weeks ago.

Adam Martin - October 24, 2019

The opening betting odds have been released for potential matchups featuring Conor McGregor vs. Donald Cerrone, as well as McGregor vs. Justin Gaethje. The Irish superstar announced at a press conference on Thursday that he intends to main event UFC 246 on January 18 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. UFC president Dana White said that contracts are still being negotiated, and McGregor’s opponent has yet to be finalized, but reports indicate it will come down to either Cerrone or Gaethje.

Tom Taylor - October 24, 2019

On Thursday, Conor McGregor took to the stage in Moscow for a headline-dominating press conference. The former two-division UFC champion was well received in the Russian capital, as a swarm of journalists showed up to speak with him — many of whom asked him to pose for selfies.

Mike Heck - October 24, 2019

Many questions were answered during Thursday’s press conference with Conor McGregor in Moscow, Russia — mostly about his fighting future. One major question, however, remained unanswered by the time the microphones were turned off. Of course, the MMA world went wild when the former two-division champion announced he would be returning to action in Las Vegas Jan. 18 against a to be determined opponent. But besides these details of his MMA career, there are alleged sexual assault charges — two in a 12 month span — against McGregor, though he has yet to be formally charged for either.

Tom Taylor - October 24, 2019

Earlier today, former two-division UFC champ Conor McGregor appeared at a press conference in Moscow, Russia, where he announced plans for a comeback on January 18. It should come as no surprise that he also called out his chief rival, UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov. McGregor has recently been calling for a rematch with Russia’s Nurmagomedov in Moscow, but feels the champion doesn’t want to fight in that setting.

Tom Taylor - October 24, 2019

Early this morning, Conor McGregor appeared at a press conference in Moscow, Russia, where he announced plans for a comeback on January 18. “I have some news for you all, for the world, here today,” McGregor told the media in attendance in the Russian capital (transcript via MMA Fighting).

Adam Martin - October 23, 2019

Conor McGregor was asked to predict who he believes will win the UFC 244 main event between welterweights Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal, and his answer may surprise you. Speaking at a press conference in Ukraine on Wednesday, the host asked “Mystic Mac” who will win the BMF title at UFC 244. Here’s what Conor McGregor said.

Fernando Quiles - October 23, 2019

Michael Bisping sides with Dana White on the belief that Conor McGregor is no longer “the man” in the UFC. White recently told The Boston Globe that McGregor has lost the distinction of being called “the man” to UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov. “The Eagle” submitted McGregor back in Oct. 2018.