Conor McGregor News
Aljamain Sterling says Michael Chandler has to “put together his Fight IQ” ahead of Conor McGregor fight: “You don't want people telling stories about you around the firepit”
Harry Kettle - February 22, 2023
UFC champion Aljamain Sterling has given Michael Chandler some advice ahead of his fight against Conor McGregor. A few weeks back, it was confirmed that Michael Chandler and Conor McGregor will coach the next season of The Ultimate Fighter. In addition to that, they will also fight one another when the season is over.
Conor McGregor threatens to 'kill' Tom Aspinall after the heavyweight revealed he wasn't interested in his comeback fight
Lewis Simpson - February 21, 2023
Conor McGregor sent an extreme threat towards UFC heavyweight Tom Aspinall after the Brit stated he was not interested in McGregor’s comeback fight against Michael Chandler. The Irish superstar is in Las Vegas, preparing to undergo weeks of filming the upcoming season of The Ultimate Fighter with Chandler. After the show concludes, the pair will get to settle their differences that occur during the show inside the octagon.
Mike Tyson says Conor McGregor is actually a “beautiful guy” outside of MMA: “He’s crazy, he’s bold, but it’s a gimmick”
Susan Cox - February 20, 2023
Mike Tyson says that Conor McGregor is actually a ‘beautiful guy’ outside of the MMA. Tyson, 56, competed as a professional boxer from 1985 to 2005. Considered to be one of the greatest boxers of all time, he was a controversial figure outside of the ring.
Sean O’Malley explains how recent USADA layoff could negatively impact Conor McGregor: “He’s been sauced up too”
Harry Kettle - February 20, 2023
Sean O’Malley has explained how the recent USADA layoff for Conor McGregor could impact him ahead of his return. Earlier this month, it was announced that Conor McGregor will return to the Octagon later this year. He’ll do so against Michael Chandler after first coaching opposite him on The Ultimate Fighter.
Three fighters slated to compete on TUF 31 have been pulled to make room for Conor McGregor’s handpicked contestants
Susan Cox - February 17, 2023
Three fighters slated to compete on TUF 31 have been pulled to make room for Conor McGregor’s handpicked contestants. Former UFC two-division champion Conor McGregor (22-6 MMA) and No. 5 ranked lightweight contender Michael Chandler (23-8 MMA) will go head-to-head as coaches on the upcoming season of ‘The Ultimate Fighter’.
Michael Chandler still hopeful Conor McGregor fight happens at welterweight despite Dana White's comments: "I'm not even close to 155 right now"
Cole Shelton - February 15, 2023
Michael Chandler still wants his upcoming fight against Conor McGregor to be at welterweight. Chandler is set to coach TUF against McGregor and the two will then fight later this year. When the news first dropped, reports came out that the scrap would be at welterweight, and Chandler later confirmed that. Yet, Dana White said on Pat McAfee’s show the fight would be at lightweight, which the former Bellator lightweight champ isn’t a fan of.
John Kavanagh believes Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler "could resemble" the Chad Mendes fight
Cole Shelton - February 15, 2023
John Kavanagh thinks Conor McGregor’s return fight against Michael Chandler could play out similarly to his scrap against Chad Mendes. McGregor is set to coach TUF against Chandler and the two will then fight later this year. It’s a massive fight, and many expect it to be a striking fight. However, Kavanagh believes Chandler could try and wrestle McGregor early as Mendes previously did at UFC 189. But, even if Chandler does wrestle, Kavanagh is confident McGregor will get his hand raised.
Shaquille O'Neal anticipates "vengeance" when Conor McGregor returns to the UFC against Michael Chandler: “Me and him have a similar type of blood”
Susan Cox - February 14, 2023
Shaquille O’Neal is anticipating ‘vengeance’ when Conor McGregor returns to the UFC against Michael Chandler. UFC President, Dana White, recently announced the return of ‘The Notorious’ in the upcoming season of ‘The Ultimate Fighter 31’ where he and Michael Chandler will act as opposing coaches.
Chuck Liddell cautiously optimistic for Conor McGregor's return against Michael Chandler: "I want to see if he comes back serious"
Josh Evanoff - February 13, 2023
Former UFC light-heavyweight champion Chuck Liddell wants to see that Conor McGregor is serious about his return. ‘The Notorious’ has been out of action since his trilogy bout with Dustin Poirier at UFC 264. In their July 2021 clash, McGregor shattered his leg in final seconds of round one. Due to that injury, the former double champion has been out of the octagon for nearly two years.
Justin Gaethje explains why it makes “perfect sense” that Conor McGregor chose to fight Michael Chandler next: “That man only fights people I beat”
Susan Cox - February 13, 2023
Justin Gaethje is explaining why it makes ‘perfect sense’ that Conor McGregor chose to fight Michael Chandler next. It was announced earlier this month that the 31st season of the Ultimate Fighter will feature former UFC featherweight champion Conor McGregor and the No. 5 ranked lightweight contender Michael Chandler go head-to-head as coaches. TUF 31 will premiere on Tuesday May 30th thru to August 15th on ESPN/ESPN+. Following the series, the two coaches will themselves battle it out in the Octagon, with a date and place yet to be determined.
Conor McGregor takes aim at Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski: “Pound for pound wafflers”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 12, 2023
Conor McGregor doesn’t seem to be impressed by Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski following their UFC 284 title fight. Makhachev put the UFC Lightweight Championship on the line against featherweight titleholder Volkanovski. This was by far the toughest fight Makhachev has had, barring his one career loss. The bout went the distance and Makhachev was awarded the unanimous decision victory.
Conor McGregor shares advice for Alexander Volkanovski ahead of Islam Makhachev title fight
Chris Taylor - February 11, 2023
Conor McGregor has shared some advice for Alexander Volkanovski ahead of his title fight against Islam Makhachev at UFC 284. Makhachev (23-1 MMA) will be looking to defend his lightweight title for the first time when he squares off with reigning featherweight champion Volkanovski (25-1 MMA) this evening in Perth, Australia.
Alexander Volkanovksi discusses the potential of fighting Conor McGregor after UFC 284: “Its good to look at because I plan on taking that lightweight belt”
Susan Cox - February 9, 2023
Alexander Volkanovski is discussing the potential of fighting Conor McGregor after UFC 284. UFC 284 takes place this coming weekend, Saturday, February 11th at RAC Arena in Perth, Australia.
Islam Makhachev believes Michael Chandler will retire following his fight with Conor McGregor: “This fight is last fight for him”
Harry Kettle - February 9, 2023
Islam Makhachev has predicted that Michael Chandler will leave the UFC following his fight with Conor McGregor later this year. After months of waiting, the return of Conor McGregor was finally announced last week. The Irishman will be back in action later on in 2023, facing Michael Chandler, after the two coach opposite one another on The Ultimate Fighter.
Dana White says Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler will be at lightweight, uncertain if winner gets a title shot
Cole Shelton - February 8, 2023
Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler won’t be fighting at welterweight after all. It was recently announced that McGregor and Chandler will coach TUF and will fight later this year. It was then reported the fight would be at welterweight, with even Chandler saying that will be the case, but now White says it will be at lightweight.
Michael Bisping believes Tony Ferguson "more winnable" fight for Conor McGregor in return than Michael Chandler: "There were easier fights for him"
Josh Evanoff - February 8, 2023
UFC commentator Michael Bisping believes Conor McGregor had easier options for his return. ‘The Notorious’ has been out of action since his trilogy bout with Dustin Poirier in July 2021. In the main event of UFC 264, McGregor broke his leg in the waning seconds of the first round. As a result, the former dual-weight champion has been out of the cage for well over a year.
John McCarthy warns Michael Chandler against throwing caution to the wind in UFC fight with Conor McGregor: “It is the dumbest idea ever”
Susan Cox - February 7, 2023
John McCarthy is warning Michael Chandler against throwing caution to the wind in his UFC fight with Conor McGregor. UFC President, Dana White, announced this past Saturday that McGregor (22-6 MMA) and Chandler (23-8 MMA) will be rival coaches and opponents on the upcoming season of The Ultimate Fighter 31 (TUF).
Tony Ferguson reacts to Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler fight booking: “Maybe it’s a good idea he takes the easy road”
Susan Cox - February 7, 2023
Tony Ferguson is reacting to the Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler fight booking. UFC President, Dana White, announced last Saturday that McGregor and Chandler will coach The Ultimate Fighter 31 (TUF) which is set to debut on Tuesday, May 30th and run through to August 15th of this year on ESPN/ESPN+.