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Conor McGregor is an Irish MMA (mixed martial arts) fighter who was the first fighter in UFC history to hold two separate world titles consecutively. Conor McGregor news has been among the most-searched global sports terms in recent years. McGregor is arguably the most popular fighter in MMA history, holding numerous records for the most-watched UFC events as well as having the largest active social media following of any fighter today. McGregor has more than 30 million followers on Instagram, 7.7 million followers on Twitter as well as 7.8 million likes on his Facebook page. Nicknamed ‘The Notorious’, McGregor has won 21 of his 25 professional MMA bouts to date. In 2018 McGregor suffered one of the worst losses of his career as he was defeated by Russian MMA star Khabib Nurmagomedov who defended his lightweight belt at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The native of Dublin, Ireland, also has several business interests outside of fighting, including the Irish whiskey brand ‘Proper No. Twelve’, clothing range August McGregor and media group ‘The Mac Life’. Together with his girlfriend Dee Devlin, he has two children. You can find all the latest Conor McGregor news on RT.com.

'You'd be a fool not to take a fight with McGregor': UFC featherweight king Volkanovski wants Fight Island showdown with Irishman
UFC featherweight champ Alexander Volkanovski has become the latest man to seek a lucrative showdown with notorious Irishman Conor McGregor, with the Aussie calling out his rival for a contest on the fabled 'Fight Island'.
Jun 1, 2020 16:44
'Not a bad year': Tyson Fury responds after topping highest-paid fighter rankings as Conor McGregor settles for second
Tyson Fury is boxing's 'Gypsy King' but he's also now the cash king of the combat sports world, heading up the list of fighters to make the 2020 Forbes highest-earning athletes list.
May 30, 2020 12:14
Conor McGregor shouldn't be chasing self-indulgent sideshows like an Anderson Silva 'GOAT' fight - his business is with Khabib
Conor McGregor should drop any pretensions of a "GOAT" fight against Anderson Silva and instead stay fixated on his biggest challenge - finding an opponent to pave the way for a shot at revenge against Khabib Nurmagomedov.
May 29, 2020 15:05
'It would go down in history': Conor McGregor ACCEPTS Anderson Silva fight at 176 pounds – days after calling MMA legend his GOAT
Conor Mcgregor has accepted a blockbuster catchweight bout against former UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva in a superfight that would pit him against the man he named as the greatest fighter of all time last week.
May 28, 2020 13:52
Don't blink! Check out the FASTEST FINISHES in UFC history, featuring Jorge Masvidal, Conor McGregor and Ronda Rousey (VIDEO)
Featuring the likes of Jorge Masvidal, Conor McGregor and Ronda Rousey, check out the stunning highlight reel featuring the fastest 28 finishes in UFC history.
May 27, 2020 17:09
'Who says no to a title shot?!' UFC champ Kamaru Usman SLAMS Conor McGregor and Jorge Masvidal for not stepping up to face him
UFC welterweight champion of the world Kamaru Usman is certainly an intimidating test for any fighter at 170 pounds, but even he's surprised that nobody has stepped forward to challenge him for his belt.
May 27, 2020 13:00
'Come to daddy': Kamaru Usman's manager offers Conor McGregor welterweight title shot as Jorge Masvidal targets Nate Diaz rematch
Conor McGregor may not be getting a shot at Khabib Nurmagomedov's UFC lightweight title any time soon, but Khabib's manager revealed the Irish superstar could potentially be in line to face another of his world champion clients.
May 25, 2020 12:00
Getting their GOAT: McGregor triggers Khabib, Diaz into Twitter barbs after Irishman's 'all-time greats of MMA' list
Conor McGregor's list of all-time MMA greats - in which he placed himself second - has triggered a rise from former octagon foes Khabib Nurmagomedov and Nate Diaz, both of whom took to Twitter to land blows on the Irishman.
May 24, 2020 09:34
'This sh*t is funny': UFC boss Dana White tweets out hilarious 'Conor McGregor raging bull' video
Dana White was clearly tickled by a viral video featuring UFC megastar Conor McGregor as a 'rampaging bull', sharing the comedic clip with his millions of followers with the message: “IDK who made this but this sh*t is funny!”
May 23, 2020 16:44