Conor McGregor News
Chael Sonnen offers interesting theory on Conor McGregor retirement
Tom Taylor - March 28, 2019
Conor McGregor has retired from MMA — at least, that’s what he’s claiming. Hey guys quick announcement, I’ve decided to retire from the sport formally known as “Mixed Martial Art” today.I wish all my old colleagues well going forward in competition.I now join my former partners on this venture, already in retirement.Proper Pina Coladas on me fellas!
Opinion | Public UFC spat and retirement will end with Conor McGregor in the Octagon
Jordy McElroy - March 27, 2019
Fast forward a month down the road after Conor McGregor’s second retirement, and the fighter-turned-spectacle will be sitting across from UFC President Dana White at a negotiating table sipping Proper Twelve and doing business. Book it.
Ronda Rousey says Conor McGregor has 'earned' his retirement
James Lynch - March 27, 2019
With Conor McGregor suggesting Monday night that he’s hanging up his gloves, another MMA superstar who retired from the sport is showing her support. Former UFC women’s bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey appeared on SportsCenter and showed her support for the former UFC two-division champion.
Check out the ridiculous betting options for Conor McGregor's next move
Tom Taylor - March 27, 2019
Conor McGregor is now retired from MMA — allegedly. The former UFC lightweight and featherweight champ announced the end of his MMA career on social media late last week.
Donald Cerrone shares his take on Conor McGregor's retirement
Cole Shelton - March 26, 2019
It wasn’t that long ago that all signs pointed towards Conor McGregor taking on Donald Cerrone this July in Las Vegas. However, after negotiations with the promotion stalled, McGregor shocked many by announcing his retirement from MMA last night.
Dana White explains why the UFC offered Conor McGregor a co-main event slot
Cole Shelton - March 26, 2019
Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor made headlines last night when he announced his retirement from mixed martial arts on Twitter. Prior to his newly announced retirement, it was reported that Conor McGregor was in talks to fight Donald ‘Cowboy’ Cerrone in July.
Conor McGregor spokesperson issues statement following news of sexual assault investigation
Christopher Taylor - March 26, 2019
Earlier this afternoon the New York Times reported that UFC star Conor McGregor was being investigated by Ireland police following sexual assault allegations. According to the report, Conor McGregor has not been charged with any crime and an investigation is ongoing.
Police investigating Conor McGregor over sexual assault accusation
Christopher Taylor - March 26, 2019
Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor is under investigation in Ireland after a woman accused him of sexual assault in December. The news comes less than twenty-four hours after “Mystic Mac” announced that he was retiring from the sport of mixed martial arts.
Khabib Nurmagomedov reacts to retirement of Conor McGregor
Tom Taylor - March 26, 2019
Late last night, former UFC lightweight and featherweight champion Conor McGregor announced his intention to retire from the sport of mixed martial arts and focus on his other ventures. McGregor made this announcement on social media.
Dana White reacts to Conor McGregor retiring from MMA
Christopher Taylor - March 25, 2019
Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor shocked the mixed martial arts world this evening by announcing his retirement from the sport. The Irish superstar, McGregor, took to Twitter where he issued the following statement announcing his retirement from MMA.
Conor McGregor says he's retired from MMA on Twitter
Mike Pendleton - March 25, 2019
Conor McGregor knows how to stay in the headlines and late Monday night, he shook up the fighting world once again. Just shortly after an interview with Jimmy Fallon aired where he announced that he is currently in negotiations with the UFC to return in July of this year, McGregor announced he would be retiring from the sport of mixed martial arts. Hey guys quick announcement, I’ve decided to retire from the sport formally known as “Mixed Martial Art” today.I wish all my old colleagues well going forward in competition.I now join my former partners on this venture, already in retirement.Proper Pina Coladas on me fellas!
Nate Diaz roasts Conor McGregor, Khabib Nurmagomedov and Dustin Poirier
Tom Taylor - March 25, 2019
Nate Diaz is definitely not a fan of UFC lightweight champ Khabib Nurmagomedov, or former champ Conor McGregor. Late on Sunday night, he took a shot at both of them in a single Twitter post. Diaz’s Tweet included an image taken shortly after he defeated McGregor in 2016, along with some added text that makes it very clear how he feels about sambo, Nurmagomedov’s martial art of choice.
EXCLUSIVE | Artem Lobov confirms Conor McGregor is still a member of SBG
Tom Taylor - March 24, 2019
Anthony Pettis targets fight with Conor McGregor after UFC Nashville
Tom Taylor - March 24, 2019
When former UFC lightweight champ Anthony Pettis knocked out former welterweight title challenger Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson at UFC Nashville, he joined a very exclusive list of UFC fighters to earn victories in the featherweight, lightweight and welterweight divisions. The only other fighters on this list are Kenny Florian and Conor McGregor. Shortly after UFC Nashville wrapped up, McGregor took to Twitter to congratulate Pettis on joining this list.
VIDEO | Conor McGregor says he "owes" Nate Diaz a trilogy fight
Mike Pendleton - March 23, 2019
As the landscape of the UFC’s lightweight division begins to start taking shape with recent fight announcements, there might be a high-profile trilogy fight coming for the fans. During his Q&A session in Chicago, Conor McGregor spoke about a third fight with his rival, Nate Diaz. It’s been over two years since Nate Diaz and McGregor fought, with the last fight going the way of McGregor’s by majority decision at UFC 202. Now that Dustin Poirier and Max Holloway are fighting for the interim title at UFC 236 and Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone and Al Iaquinta are scheduled to face each other, the path has been cleared for a trilogy between Diaz and McGregor.
Irish leader distances himself from UFC star Conor McGregor
Chris Taylor - March 23, 2019
The Prime Minister of Ireland, Leo Varadkar, does not want to be associated with Conor McGregor and his unlawful actions. Varadkar, who is the current Taoiseach of Ireland, was recently accused of snubbing the UFC star during last week’s St. Patrick’s Day march in Chicago.
Conor McGregor believes Jose Aldo, Dustin Poirier, and Max Holloway deserve rematches
Mike Pendleton - March 22, 2019
Conor McGregor is looking for a fight and some previous opponents come to mind as a potential next opponent. During his Q&A session in Chicago, while discussing former opponents, McGregor acknowledged the work that Dustin Poirier, Max Holloway, and Jose Aldo have all done since they suffered losses to ‘The Notorious’ and he believes they deserve rematches.
Jorge Masvidal calls for summer scrap with Conor McGregor
Tom Taylor - March 22, 2019
Fresh off a stellar knockout victory over British welterweight contender Darren Till, Jorge Masvidal is now targeting a showdown with former UFC lightweight and featherweight champion Conor McGregor. Jorge Masvidal made this callout on Twitter, offering McGregor one of his patented three-piece combos. He even offered to serve this dish in McGregor’s native Ireland.
Tyron Woodley feels timing is perfect for showdown with Conor McGregor
Tom Taylor - March 22, 2019
Conor McGregor recently divulged that he’s in negotiations for a return to the cage this July, but that he’s also still seeking an ownership stake in the UFC. Former UFC welterweight champ Tyron Woodley, who just lost the title to Kamaru Usman, doesn’t believe McGregor is in a position to be making these kinds of demands. In an interview with TMZ, Woodley suggested McGregor fight him first. If the Irishman is able to clear that huge hurdle, he’ll be in a much more favorable position.