Conor McGregor News
Jose Aldo apologizes to Conor McGregor following post-fight outrage: "Conor is my friend"
Lewis Simpson - April 18, 2023
Jose Aldo has sent his apology to old foe turned-friend Conor McGregor. Following his draw with with Jeremy Stephens in his second professional boxing bout at Gamebred Boxing, Aldo, who was still full of adrenaline and disappointment, threw some shots at McGregor.
Conor McGregor teases fans that he’s back in the pool: “Stay ready for the date”
Harry Kettle - April 11, 2023
UFC star Conor McGregor has teased fans that he’s back in the ‘pool’, perhaps referencing the USADA testing pool. MMA fans around the world are anticipating the return of Conor McGregor. While a date and venue have yet to be confirmed, the expectation is that he will compete against Michael Chandler in his comeback fight later this year.
Conor McGregor responds after Michael Chandler threatens to beat him “within an inch of his career”
Harry Kettle - April 10, 2023
Conor McGregor has laughed off a recent threat from Michael Chandler ahead of their proposed fight later this year. While a date has yet to be confirmed, the expectation is that Conor McGregor will return to take on Michael Chandler in late 2023. In doing so, he’ll appear inside the Octagon for the first time in over two years.
Jorge Masvidal takes aim at Conor McGregor ahead of UFC 287: “That midget ain’t coming up to fight me”
Susan Cox - April 6, 2023
Jorge Masvidal is taking aim at Conor McGregor ahead of UFC 287. UFC 287 takes place this weekend, on Saturday, April 8th at the Miami-Dade Arena in Miami, Florida.
Paul Heyman warns "clown" Conor McGregor of "picking a fight" with Roman Reigns after UFC-WWE merger
Cole Shelton - April 4, 2023
Paul Heyman doesn’t see a fight between Conor McGregor and Roman Reigns ending well for the Irishman. After Endeavor bought WWE and merged them with the UFC, McGregor tweeted a photo of himself holding a UFC and WWE belt. Heyman then took a shot at him to which the Irishman fired back saying he would break his jaw in three different places.
Joe Rogan admits Conor McGregor's approach to the USADA testing pool after injury is what he would've done: "You're not just going to heal off eating mangos"
Josh Evanoff - April 4, 2023
UFC commentator Joe Rogan understands why Conor McGregor left the USADA testing pool. ‘The Notorious’ has been out of action since his trilogy with Dustin Poirier in July 2021. In that outing, ‘The Diamond’ won by first-round TKO after McGregor broke his leg in the final seconds of the round. Due to the injury, the Irishman has been out of action for nearly two years.
Conor McGregor and Paul Heyman trade shots following news of UFC and WWE forming a new publicly traded company: “Careful Grampa”
Harry Kettle - April 3, 2023
Conor McGregor and Paul Heyman squared off on social media last night following the news that UFC and WWE may be forming a new publicly traded company. Yesterday, news broke that Endeavor have reportedly purchased WWE. As many will know, Endeavor also bought the Ultimate Fighting Championship back in 2016 for a fee of around $4 billion.
Jeremy Stephens fires back at Conor McGregor: "Your brittle bones ready to throw heat?"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 2, 2023
Jeremy Stephens has responded to Conor McGregor suggesting that the two of them trade leather inside the boxing ring. Stephens and 2023 UFC Hall of Fame inductee Jose Aldo went one-on-one on the Gamebred Boxing 4 card. The bout lasted through all six rounds and the judges scored this one as a majority draw. During the event, McGregor took to his Twitter account to respectfully call Aldo out for a boxing match. Aldo had none of it, as he blasted McGregor when speaking to reporters at the Gamebred Boxing 4 post-fight press conference.
Conor McGregor shares suggestion following recent school shooting in Nashville: “I would like to see armed protection at each school”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 31, 2023
Conor McGregor has shared his thoughts on a recent school shooting in Nashville. McGregor hopped on his Twitter account in a since-deleted post to weigh in on the matter. While the topic of gun reform has been hotly debated, the “Notorious” one has an idea on how the safety of kids in schools across America can be secured.
Gilbert Burns lists the one thing Conor McGregor can accomplish at welterweight: “Make whoever’s the champion rich”
Harry Kettle - March 31, 2023
UFC fighter Gilbert Burns has given his thoughts on what Conor McGregor could achieve with a move up to welterweight. Later this year, Conor McGregor is expected to make his long-awaited return to the Octagon. When he does so, he’ll likely square off with Michael Chandler in a welterweight contest.
Conor McGregor responds after Justin Gaethje threatens to “quit” if the Irishman is awarded a title shot for beating Michael Chandler
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 30, 2023
Conor McGregor has responded to Justin Gaethje’s recent comments on the possibility of the “Notorious” one receiving a title shot with a win over Michael Chandler. McGregor and Chandler will be serving as opposing coaches on season 31 of “The Ultimate Fighter,” and the UFC plans to book them in a fight at some point this year. McGregor is a massive star for the UFC, and many wouldn’t be surprised if he cuts the line for a UFC title opportunity if he were to defeat Chandler.
Conor McGregor responds to “cheating” allegations from Beneil Dariush
Harry Kettle - March 30, 2023
Conor McGregor has laughed off Beneil Dariush in response to accusations from the lightweight that he’s cheating. In recent weeks, there’s been a great deal of speculation surrounding Conor McGregor and his relationship with USADA. As of this moment, it’s not yet known whether or not he’s re-entered the testing pool – although it seems unlikely.
Conor McGregor admits he's "addicted" to fighting again ahead of return against Michael Chandler: "It's the best buzz ever"
Josh Evanoff - March 29, 2023
Former UFC double-champion Conor McGregor is addicted to fighting ahead of his return. ‘The Notorious’ has been out of the cage since his trilogy bout with Dustin Poirier in July 2021. In the main event of UFC 264, McGregor broke his leg in the final moments of round one. As a result, ‘The Diamond’ won by first-round stoppage, and the Irishman had a long road ahead.
Beneil Dariush discusses the ongoing saga between Conor McGregor and USADA: “I think Conor is cheating”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 28, 2023
Beneil Dariush believes Conor McGregor is cheating the system. Much has been made over the fighting future of McGregor. While he’ll serve as a coach on season 31 of “The Ultimate Fighter,” and UFC has plans of booking him against Michael Chandler, McGregor finds himself in a dilemma with USADA. The two sides are at a standstill over McGregor’s eligibility and whether or not he is required to undergo six months of drug testing before he can have another bout.
Conor McGregor plays tweet and delete with latest jab at UFC lightweight contender Justin Gaethje
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 28, 2023
Conor McGregor continues his tweet and delete antics, and this time he’s taking aim at Justin Gaethje. McGregor caught wind of a Twitter post, which featured a clip from season 26 of “The Ultimate Fighter.” Gaethje served as a coach during that season, and the clip shows him giving advice to Gillian Robertson. “The Highlight” urged Robertson to utilize her striking more because focusing solely on jiu-jitsu wasn’t going to cut it.
Conor McGregor poses rule changes following “gollier of spit” and “snot rockets” at UFC San Antonio
Susan Cox - March 27, 2023
Conor McGregor is posing an MMA rule change following a ‘gollier of spit’ and ‘snot rockets’ at UFC San Antonio. It was this past Saturday, March 25th, during UFC San Antonio which took place at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas, that former two-division champion McGregor made the suggestion of a rule change in MMA.
Conor McGregor says he is completing multiple 10k runs per day ahead of his UFC return: “I’d smack anyone around up to light heavy”
Harry Kettle - March 23, 2023
Conor McGregor appears to be feeling extremely confident ahead of his return to the Octagon later this year. After so much time away from the cage, it seems as if 2023 is the year when we see ‘Notorious’ make his return. In all likelihood, he’ll be doing so against his fellow Ultimate Fighter coach Michael Chandler.
Conor McGregor sounds off on every MMA coach not named John Kavanagh: "Firaz Zahabi is a little douchebag, Trevor wittman is a pad man
Jeffrey Walter - March 21, 2023
Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor has shared harsh assessments for many of the top coaches in MMA. McGregor (22-6 MMA) just wrapped up filming season 31 of The Ultimate Fighter and appears to have developed some strong opinions on coaching. ‘Notorious’ of course coached TUF 31 opposite fellow former MMA champion Michael Chandler. The pair will meet later this year in a highly anticipated welterweight clash with a date and venue still to be determined.