Conor McGregor News
Dustin Poirier challenges Islam Makhachev to a rematch, responds to “bumskie” Conor McGregor
Susan Cox - July 1, 2024
Dustin Poirier is challenging Islam Makhachev to a rematch and in the process is responding to ‘bumskie’ Conor McGregor. ‘The Diamond’ (30-9 MMA) fought Makhachev (26-1 MMA) in a lightweight bout a month ago today at UFC 302. The result was a submission victory for the Makhachev, the lightweight champion, at 2:42 of Round 5.
Conor McGregor reacts to reports claiming tax authorities seized Khabib Nurmagomedov’s bank accounts
Susan Cox - July 1, 2024
Conor McGregor is reacting to reports claiming tax authorities seized Khabib Nurmagomedov’s bank accounts. It has been reported that Khabib Nurmagomedov (29-0 MMA) has lost access to his bank accounts after Russian tax authorities seized his assets because of unpaid dept. Numbers are floating around that it could be upwards of $3.3 million dollars that he owes to the Russian government.
Michael Chandler takes aim at Conor McGregor following UFC 303: “Put your big boy pants on“
Harry Kettle - June 30, 2024
Michael Chandler has taken aim at Conor McGregor following the conclusion of last night’s UFC 303 event. As we know, Alex Pereira knocked out Jiri Prochazka last night in the main event of UFC 303. It served as the conclusion to International Fight Week, which featured some fun attractions for mixed martial arts fans across the globe. Of course, that wasn’t the original main event. The main event was set to see Conor McGregor return after three years to battle it out with Michael Chandler.
Conor McGregor accuses Khabib Nurmagomedov of criminal mischief in latest social media rant: "When you die, I celebrate!"
Curtis Calhoun - June 28, 2024
Conor McGregor isn’t staying quiet during UFC 303 fight week and is using his downtime to re-ignite his feud with Khabib Nurmagomedov. McGregor was supposed to make his highly-anticipated UFC return this weekend at UFC 303 in Las Vegas. But, a toe injury suffered during camp forced him to withdraw from the Michael Chandler fight, which is expected to be rescheduled for a later date.
Conor McGregor taunts Chael Sonnen after UFC Hall of Fame induction: "His shoes talk better than him"
Curtis Calhoun - June 28, 2024
Conor McGregor is ramping up his taunts aimed at former UFC star Chael Sonnen in light of Sonnen’s UFC Hall of Fame induction. McGregor was supposed to headline UFC 303 this Saturday against Michael Chandler in Las Vegas. But, the former two-division champion’s UFC return has been indefinitely postponed after McGregor suffered a toe injury in camp.
Conor McGregor takes aim at former friend and training partner Artem Lobov: “Where are you hiding collecting welfare these days?”
Susan Cox - June 28, 2024
Conor McGregor has once again taken aim at his former friend and training partner Artem Lobov. Lobov has made claim that he was the initial co-founder of Proper No. 12 whiskey and is suing McGregor for what he believes is owed to him.
Conor McGregor admits he’s in “deep pain” watching UFC 303 fight week take place
Susan Cox - June 28, 2024
Conor McGregor is admitting he’s in ‘deep pain’ watching UFC 303 fight week take place. It was to be McGregor (22-6 MMA) vs. Michael Chandler (23-8 MMA) in tomorrow’s main event at UFC 303, taking place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The opposing TUF 31 coaches were to battle it out in the Octagon.
Conor McGregor stars in 'HITMAN' video game ahead of UFC return
Curtis Calhoun - June 27, 2024
Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor is staying busy after withdrawing from UFC 303 due to injury. McGregor withdrew from the UFC 303 main event due to a toe injury suffered ahead of his scheduled fight against Michael Chandler. It’s uncertain when McGregor will return to the Octagon and how long he’ll need to recover from the injury.
Alex Pereira defends Conor McGregor against criticism of UFC 303 withdrawal: “It is hard to fight with a broken pinky”
Harry Kettle - June 26, 2024
Alex Pereira has defended Conor McGregor against those criticizing him for withdrawing from UFC 303. As we now know, Conor McGregor will not be competing in the main event of UFC 303. That’s due to a broken toe, more specifically, his pinky toe. Because of that, his big showdown with Michael Chandler will have to wait. Instead, Alex Pereira is stepping up to defend his UFC light heavyweight championship against Jiri Prochazka on short notice.
Nate Diaz empathizes with Conor McGregor after UFC 303 pullout: "I've done all kinds of s*** I shouldn't've done"
Curtis Calhoun - June 25, 2024
Former UFC superstar Nate Diaz came to the defense of his two-time rival, Conor McGregor, amidst the latter’s UFC return falling through the cracks. Diaz will face former UFC 244 adversary Jorge Masvidal in a professional boxing match on July 6 in Anaheim, California. He returns to the ring after falling to Jake Paul in his professional boxing debut in August.
Ali Abdelaziz takes aim at Conor McGregor: "I can’t wait to see you and spit in your face"
Cole Shelton - June 25, 2024
MMA manager Ali Abdelaziz has taken aim at Conor McGregor saying he wants to spit in his face. McGregor recently took aim at Khabib Nurmagomedov with some since deleted tweets after a member of Nurmagomedov’s gym, Eagles MMA, was named as one of the terrorists killed by law enforcement. McGregor said Nurmagomedov was a lying rat and told the fighter to rest in piss, but has since deleted the tweets.
Conor McGregor rips Khabib Nurmagomedov after member of his gym implicated in Russian terrorist attacks: "Fake lying rats!"
Curtis Calhoun - June 25, 2024
Conor McGregor used the recent terrorist attacks in Dagestan as a chance to attack Khabib Nurmagomedov after a member of Nurmagomedov’s team was linked to the violence. McGregor and Nurmagomedov’s careers will always be intertwined after their heat-filled clash at UFC 229. The fight shattered UFC pay-per-view records and remains one of the biggest rivalries in mixed martial arts history.
MMA legend says Conor McGregor's toe injury is "karma" for handling of RDA fight cancelation
Curtis Calhoun - June 25, 2024
According to one MMA pioneer, former UFC champion Conor McGregor’s toe injury ahead of UFC 303 was karma’s purest form. McGregor was scheduled to return against former Bellator titleholder Michael Chandler in the UFC 303 main event this Saturday in Las Vegas. But, McGregor withdrew due to a toe injury he suffered in the final stages of his fight camp.
Yoel Romero reportedly in negotiations with BKFC, Conor McGregor reacts
Susan Cox - June 25, 2024
Conor McGregor is reacting to the rumors that Yoel Romero is in negotiations with BKFC. Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) is supposedly in talks with former UFC middleweight title challenger Romero.
Jorge Masvidal scolds Conor McGregor for never addressing his callouts: “He is scared sh*tless”
Harry Kettle - June 25, 2024
Jorge Masvidal has gone after Conor McGregor for not entertaining the idea of a superfight between them. As we know, Jorge Masvidal has a boxing showdown with Nate Diaz on the horizon. He’s being putting his heart and soul into his appearance in the squared circle, walking away from mixed martial arts in the process.
Daniel Cormier explains why Conor McGregor's toe injury creates an "opportunity" for his UFC rivals
Curtis Calhoun - June 24, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier thinks Conor McGregor’s UFC 303 pullout due to a toe injury provides new material for fighters to use against him. McGregor was scheduled to face former Bellator lightweight champion Michael Chandler in the UFC 303 main event this Saturday in Las Vegas. But, McGregor withdrew earlier this month due to a toe injury suffered in camp, and the fight will be rescheduled for a later date.
Joe Rogan defends Conor McGregor pulling out of UFC 303 due to toe injury
Harry Kettle - June 24, 2024
UFC commentator Joe Rogan has defended Conor McGregor for pulling out of UFC 303 due to a recent toe injury. As we now know, Conor McGregor won’t be competing against Michael Chandler at UFC 303. That’s because of an injury he sustained in training, ruling him out of the high stakes showdown. As of this writing, it’s not yet known whether or not the fight will happen at a later date.
UFC champion Ilia Topuria lashes out at "mentally broken" Conor McGregor
Harry Kettle - June 23, 2024
UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria has lashed out at Conor McGregor as talk of a potential superfight continues. As the king of the featherweight division, Ilia Topuria is on top of the world right now. He knocked out Alexander Volkanovski and now, he has a lot of directions he could head in. With that being said, he’s also rubbing a lot of people the wrong way. Of course, that’s also drawing a lot of attention to him and what he brings to the table.