Conor McGregor News
Conor McGregor shares cryptic messages on Twitter: "You can run, but you can't hide"
Tom Taylor - December 2, 2020
MMA superstar Conor McGregor was busy on Twitter on Wednesday morning, but the intention of his latest posts is not immediately evident. The Irishman published a trio of Tweets that seemed to be targeting somebody specifically, but it’s not clear who.
Jake Paul says his team has contacted Conor McGregor about fight
Tom Taylor - December 1, 2020
YouTuber turned boxer Jake Paul says his team has reached out to Conor McGregor’s management about a potential fight. Paul’s star is shining brighter than ever at the moment, after he produced a blistering knockout victory over former NBA player Nate Robinson in the co-main event of last weekend’s Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. event.
Conor McGregor celebrates the anniversary of Nate Diaz’s win over Gray Maynard: “Happy womp womp day brother!”
Cole Shelton - November 30, 2020
Conor McGregor congratulated Nate Diaz on the anniversary of his TKO win over Gray Maynard. On November 30, 2013, Diaz and Maynard had their unofficial trilogy bout. They first met on The Ultimate Fighter with Diaz winning by submission. They then fought in 2010 with Maynard winning by split decision but in 2013, Diaz put the rivalry to bed with a TKO win.
Jake Paul explains why a future fight with Conor McGregor is “bound to happen”
Harry Kettle - November 27, 2020
YouTuber Jake Paul has explained why he believes a boxing fight with MMA star Conor McGregor is in his future. Paul is arguably one of the most polarizing figures on the YouTube platform, but after his successful boxing debut against AnEsonGib back in January, he’s made it crystal clear that he isn’t going anywhere. The younger Paul brother will now step into the ring once again to fight former NBA favorite Nate Robinson on this weekend’s Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. undercard.
Jake Paul calls out Conor McGregor, Jorge Masvidal, and Ben Askren: "They’re going to get the smoke"
Cole Shelton - November 25, 2020
Jake Paul will return to the boxing ring against former NBA All-Star, Nate Robinson in the co-main event of the Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. undercard. Although Paul is just 1-0 as a pro boxer, where he knocked out another YouTuber, the 23-year-old is extremely confident in his skills. Paul says he has been training with WBC and WBA champions and has been doing well.
Dustin Poirier on upcoming rematch with Conor McGregor: “This could be for the undisputed belt”
Harry Kettle - November 25, 2020
Dustin Poirier believes his upcoming fight against Conor McGregor could end up being for the undisputed UFC Lightweight Championship. The two former featherweight rivals are set to meet more than six years on from their first encounter, and while both men have been through a lot in that time, they seem to be as passionate and determined as they’ve ever been to win gold once again.
Video | Relive the first time Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier ever crossed paths
Tom Taylor - November 24, 2020
Years ago, ahead of their UFC 178 fight in the featherweight division, Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier crossed paths for the very first time. You can relive their first-ever encounter, which occurred in the lobby of the UFC 178 fighter hotel, in a recent Instagram post from the UFC. See it below:
Dustin Poirier: Conor McGregor rematch "isn't about getting even"
Tom Taylor - November 24, 2020
Former UFC interim lightweight champion Dustin Poirier claims his upcoming rematch with Conor McGregor is not about revenge. After months of rumors and negotiations, Poirier is officially slated to take on McGregor in the main event of UFC 257 on January 23. The bout will mark the second time they’ve met, after McGregor knocked Poirier out in the featherweight division back in 2014.
Conor McGregor will box Manny Pacquiao in 2021 according to manager
Cole Shelton - November 20, 2020
Dana White previews Conor McGregor vs. Dustin Poirier rematch
Tom Taylor - November 20, 2020
UFC President Dana White has shared his initial thoughts on the upcoming rematch between Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier. McGregor and Poirier are slated to collide in the main event of UFC 257 on January 23, most likely on Fight Island in Abu Dhabi.
Dana White plans for fans at Conor McGregor fight: "I'm ready"
Tom Taylor - November 20, 2020
UFC President Dana White says he intends to welcome fans to UFC 257, which will be headlined by a rematch between Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier. The UFC has promoted a host of events during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, primarily inside its Las Vegas headquarters, and on “Fight Island” in Abu Dhabi. However, none of these events have featured a fan presence.
Breaking: Conor McGregor signs contract, fight with Dustin Poirier set for January 23
Tom Taylor - November 19, 2020
Conor McGregor has reportedly signed his contract for a long rumored January 23 fight with fellow lightweight contender Dustin Poirier. News of this matchup was first reported by MMA Fighting earlier this month, but UFC President Dana White later insisted that contracts were not yet signed.
Stephen Thompson makes prediction for McGregor vs. Poirier rematch
Tom Taylor - November 18, 2020
UFC welterweight contender Stephen Thompson has made his prediction for the hotly anticipated rematch between Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier. McGregor and Poirier first met in the featherweight division in 2014, with McGregor winning by first-round knockout. Since then, both men have achieved significant feats in the lightweight division, which has led them to a rematch.
Rafael dos Anjos calls out Conor McGregor, 'The Notorious' responds
Chris Taylor - November 14, 2020
It did not take long for Conor McGregor to address the callout he received from Rafael dos Anjos following the conclusion of tonight’s UFC Vegas 14 event. Dos Anjos (30-13 MMA) returned to the promotions lightweight division in the headliner of tonight’s UFC event for a pivotal bout with Paul Felder.
Paul Felder rips Conor McGregor for questioning his Irish heritage: "Go blow some lines"
Chris Taylor - November 14, 2020
Paul Felder had some choice words for Conor McGregor after the former two-division UFC champion questioned his Irish heritage. Back in February of this year, McGregor had taken to Twitter where he suggested that the name Felder was from German-English dissent.
Henry Cejudo was not receptive to Conor McGregor's well wishes on "World Champ Champ Day"
Chris Taylor - November 13, 2020
Henry Cejudo was not exactly receptive to the well wishes he received from Conor McGregor on “World Champ Champ Day”. Yesterday, November 12, had marked the four year anniversary of McGregor’s destruction of Eddie Alvarez. The historic win at UFC 205 in New York made Conor McGregor the first “champ champ” in promotional history.
Israel Adesanya refutes Conor McGregor's claim to UFC record
Tom Taylor - November 13, 2020
UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya has refuted Conor McGregor’s recent claim to a significant UFC record. Thursday was the four-year anniversary of McGregor defeating Eddie Alvarez to capture the UFC lightweight belt and become the first concurrent two-division champion in the promotion’s history. To celebrate the occasion, the Irishman took to Instagram to reminisce about the accomplishment.
Conor McGregor wishes he fought Tyron Woodley before boxing Floyd Mayweather, "The Chosen One" responds
Cole Shelton - November 12, 2020
Conor McGregor wishes he tried to become a three-weight world champion before boxing Floyd Mayweather. On Thursday, it was the four anniversary of McGregor defeating Eddie Alvarez to win the lightweight title and become a champ-champ. So, the Irishman spent the entire day reflecting on the fight, and as he was watching Tyron Woodley vs. Stephen Thompson 1, he realized he likely could’ve become a champ-champ-champ.
Joe Rogan doesn't like Conor McGregor's chances in Manny Pacquiao boxing match
Tom Taylor - November 12, 2020
UFC commentator Joe Rogan doesn’t think former UFC champ Conor McGregor will do well in a potential boxing match with Manny Pacquiao. McGregor and Pacquiao have been linked to a potential boxing match for several years. If the fight ever ends up happening, however, Rogan believes McGregor will be in over his head.