Conor McGregor News
Conor McGregor explains why Dublin press conference was canceled ahead of UFC 303
Cole Shelton - June 3, 2024
Conor McGregor has taken to social media to reveal why the Dublin press conference between him and Michael Chandler ahead of UFC 303 is off. McGregor and Chandler were scheduled to come face-to-face in Dublin on Monday for a press conference to build some hype for their upcoming fight on June 29. However, on Monday morning, the UFC announced the press conference was postponed, with no reason given.
UFC postpones tonight's UFC 303 press conference in Dublin
Harry Kettle - June 3, 2024
The Ultimate Fighting Championship has announced that tonight’s scheduled UFC 303 press conference in Dublin has been postponed. Later this month, Conor McGregor is scheduled to make his long-awaited return to the Octagon. He’ll do so against Michael Chandler, in a bout that has been over a year in the making. The two will battle it out in the main event of UFC 303, with the promotion recently announcing that a press conference would take place in Dublin, Ireland on Monday, June 3 as part of the build-up.
Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz react after Islam Makhachev stops Dustin Poirier at UFC 302
Chris Taylor - June 1, 2024
Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz have shared reactions following Islam Makhachev’s submission victory over Dustin Poirier at UFC 302. Makhachev (26-1 MMA) and Poirier (30-9 MMA) collided in tonight’s pay-per-view headliner in New Jersey with the promotion’s lightweight title up for grabs.
Sean Strickland reacts after Conor McGregor is voted top BLF in the UFC: “No that f***ing little leprechaun”
Harry Kettle - May 31, 2024
UFC star Sean Strickland has reacted to Conor McGregor being voted the “best looking” fighter in the UFC by AI. We all know that Sean Strickland is a divisive figure in mixed martial arts. From his fight style to what he says in the media, you never quite know what’s coming next from him. Of course, he’s a commodity for the promotion, if only because he makes so many headlines.
Islam Makhachev questions Conor McGregor's UFC 303 training after party footage
Harry Kettle - May 30, 2024
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has questioned Conor McGregor’s training for UFC 303. As we all know, Conor McGregor is set to return to the Octagon next month. He’ll go head to head with Michael Chandler in the main event of UFC 303. The contest will take place as part of International Fight Week, with the Irishman attempting to prove he’s still an elite competitor.
Conor McGregor accuses Islam Makhachev of pre-UFC 302 Staph infection: 'Wash your f***** self!'
Curtis Calhoun - May 29, 2024
Conor McGregor’s latest accusations aimed at UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev add another storyline to UFC 302 fight week. Makhachev will defend the UFC lightweight title against Dustin Poirier this weekend in the UFC 302 main event. He returns to the Octagon after back-to-back successful title defenses against Alexander Volkanovski in 2023.
Conor McGregor trolls Belal Muhammad over lack of UFC knockdowns
Curtis Calhoun - May 29, 2024
Conor McGregor targeted UFC welterweight contender Belal Muhammad in his latest Twitter outburst. McGregor will make his long-awaited return to the UFC Octagon when he faces Michael Chandler at UFC 303 on June 29. He returns to the cage nearly three full years since shattering his leg against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264.
Dustin Poirier shares prediction for Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler
Cole Shelton - May 28, 2024
Dustin Poirier has shared his prediction for the UFC 303 main event between Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler. Poirier has fought McGregor three times and fought Chandler once. Given he has fought both of them, he’s familiar with both of them and surprisingly, he expects McGregor to get his hand raised.
Joaquin Buckley advises Michael Chandler to use his wrestling against Conor McGregor at UFC 303
Harry Kettle - May 28, 2024
Joaquin Buckley believes Michael Chandler needs to use his wrestling in order to find success against Conor McGregor. At UFC 303, Conor McGregor will make his long-awaited return to the Octagon to battle it out with Michael Chandler. Many expect him to keep it standing with Chandler, given his striking ability. Of course, we also know Chandler has what it takes to hang with some of the very best in that department.
Michael Bisping believes Conor McGregor could be eligible for three different UFC titles with a win over Michael Chandler
Harry Kettle - May 28, 2024
Michael Bisping believes that Conor McGregor could be eligible for three different UFC titles by defeating Michael Chandler. We all know that Conor McGregor is an enigma in mixed martial arts. From his performances in the cage to some of the controversies he’s been involved in, he’s built quite a legacy for himself in the sport. Now, he’ll write the next chapter in his story at UFC 303 when he goes head to head with Michael Chandler.
Fans express concern following recent footage of Conor McGregor having a wild night in Dublin ahead of UFC 303: “He’s lost the fight”
Harry Kettle - May 27, 2024
A parade of fans have expressed concern over recent footage of Conor McGregor partying ahead of his return at UFC 303. Next month, Conor McGregor is set to return to the Octagon for the first time in three years. He’ll do so against Michael Chandler, a man he’s been lined up to face for quite some time now. As you can imagine, a lot of fans are pretty intrigued to see how the Irishman is going to fare after all that time away.
Dricus du Plessis explains why fighters need to "thank" Conor McGregor
Harry Kettle - May 25, 2024
UFC champion Dricus du Plessis has explained why fighters need to thank Conor McGregor for what he’s done for the sport. Next month, Conor McGregor will make his long-awaited return to the Octagon. It’s been three years since we last saw him compete, when he broke his leg against Dustin Poirier. Now, fans around the world will tune in to watch one of the most famous athletes on the planet do his thing.
Dana White makes two huge announcements for UFC 303, including Ian Machado Garry vs Michael Page
Cole Shelton - May 24, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has made two huge announcements for UFC 303 on June 29. In the main event of UFC 303, Conor McGregor is set to make his highly-anticipated return against Michael Chandler. It’s a fight that has been talked about for over a year and the bout will finally happen.
Daniel Cormier lays out blueprint for Conor McGregor's next two fights with a win at UFC 303
Curtis Calhoun - May 23, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier feels there are two massive fights that the promotion should look to book for Conor McGregor with a win at UFC 303. McGregor will face Michael Chandler in the UFC 303 main event on June 29 in Las Vegas. The fight marks the long-awaited return for McGregor after a three-year absence from the Octagon.
Dustin Poirier rules out the possibility of a fourth fight with Conor McGregor: “I don’t need that bad energy in my life”
Cole Shelton - May 22, 2024
Dustin Poirier has shut down the possibility of a fourth fight against Conor McGregor. Poirier and McGregor first fought back in 2014 while they were featherweights and the Irishman won by knockout. They had their rematch at lightweight in 2021, with Poirier winning by KO, and in their trilogy, McGregor broke his leg leading to another victory for ‘The Diamond’.
Conor McGregor takes aim at Islam Makhachev, Team Khabib in deleted tweets: 'Cousin f****s'
Curtis Calhoun - May 22, 2024
UFC superstar Conor McGregor continued his crusade against Islam Makhachev, Khabib Nurmagomedov, and Dagestan in recent tweets. McGregor will return to the UFC Octagon to face Michael Chandler in a welterweight headliner on June 29 at UFC 303. He returns after a long hiatus from fighting, hoping to recapture the magic that once made him one of the sport’s indomitable forces.
Kamaru Usman responds to Conor McGregor's verbal attacks during recent Q+A: 'Put down the whiskey!''
Curtis Calhoun - May 21, 2024
Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman didn’t hold back in his response to Conor McGregor’s scathing remarks about him during a recent livestream. McGregor is scheduled to return to the UFC Octagon to face Michael Chandler in the UFC 303 main event. His comeback fight comes three years after shattering his leg against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264.
Daniel Cormier shares text he got from Michael Chandler that shows his confidence ahead of Conor McGregor showdown
Curtis Calhoun - May 21, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier alleges Michael Chandler is already preparing for how he’ll celebrate a win over Conor McGregor. Chandler and McGregor will headline UFC 303 on June 29 in Las Vegas. The card marks the comeback for McGregor, who hasn’t fought since shattering his leg against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264.