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Conor McGregor salutes 'hero' Andrei Arlovski for beating cancer and capturing BKFC title

Andrei Arlovski is a true-born fighter who deserves all of the plaudits coming his way after his successful stint in bare-knuckle boxing. It almost seemed like the entire combat sports community rallied behind Arlovski's Oscar-worthy life story, which has now added another chapter with his latest BKFC title win.

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Eddie Alvarez Attacks Mike Perry at BKFC Event as Conor McGregor Shares Wild Video

Eddie Alvarez jumped Mike Perry ringside at BKFC KnuckleMania 6 in Philadelphia Super Bowl winner Rod McLeod filmed the brawl and Conor McGregor shared

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 9

Conor McGregor Rejoices as Super Bowl Winner Records UFC Veterans Brawling At His BKFC Event

A huge fight broke out in the crowd at Knuckle Mania 6 this past Saturday. This past Saturday, BKFC returned to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for their sixth edition of Knuckle Mania, headlined by a heavyweight title clash between Andrei Arlovski and Ben Rothwell.

MMA News / HITC / February 9

Dustin Poirier gives verdict on stoppage controversy in KO loss to Conor McGregor

In the past day, Dustin Poirier has spent some time thinking back on the greatest rivalry of his career. Poirier holds a 2-1 record against Conor McGregor.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 8

Dustin Poirier answers key question about ‘premature stoppage’ in KO loss to Conor McGregor

Dustin Poirier has been reflecting on his greatest rivalry during the past 24 hours. ‘The Diamond’ famously went 2-1 in fights with former dual-weight UFC champion Conor McGregor.

MMA News / HITC / February 8

Conor McGregor breaks silence after violent scenes at BKFC Knuckle Mania 6

A major brawl broke out in the crowd during Knuckle Mania 6 on Saturday night. BKFC returned to Philadelphia for its sixth Knuckle Mania event, with the card topped by a heavyweight title fight.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 8

Conor McGregor reacts to huge brawl that transpired in the crowd during BKFC Knuckle Mania 6

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 8

Daniel Cormier Backs Conor McGregor to Fight at White House Over All-American Jon Jones

Despite being the face and biggest money-maker for Dana White and Co., Conor McGregor’s UFC return is still uncertain. Dana White recently shut down his fight against his most desirable opponent, Michael Chandler, at the UFC White House event on June 14.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 7

Justin Gaethje welcomes Conor McGregor fight at the UFC White House

Justin Gaethje is hoping to compete for undisputed gold when the UFC White House card arrives in June. But if lightweight champion Ilia Topuria hasn't returned to the octagon following personal troubles, Gaethje is willing put his title unification dreams aside to entertain a fight against Conor McGregor.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / February 7

Is McGregor A Victim Of His Own Success?

UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier believes Conor McGregor is a victim of his own success, meaning it is difficult to see him return to the Octagon. Conor hasn’t fought since his 2021 loss to Dustin Poirier at UFC 264.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 6

Why Conor McGregor’s latest UFC comeback vow is different explained by BKFC boss

This isn’t Conor McGregor’s first time at the comeback rodeo, but it may be the first time he actually follows through with it. The former UFC lightweight and featherweight champion has not competed since the summer of 2021, when he suffered a gruesome broken leg during his trilogy fight against Dustin Poirier.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 6

'My 10-Year-Old Tried to Help Me': UFC Legend Recalls Wild Detail From Khabib Nurmagomedov-Conor McGregor Brawl at UFC 229

The chaos that erupted after Khabib Nurmagomedov’s submission win over Conor McGregor at UFC 229 remains one of the most infamous moments in MMA history.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 5

Conor McGregor Makes Statement Signing as Former WWE Champion Joins BKFC

What happens when pro wrestling swagger collides with bare-knuckle chaos? Conor McGregor seems determined to find out! The BKFC co-owner has added another headline-grabber to his growing roster, and this one comes with crossover appeal baked in.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 5

Daniel Cormier Breaks Down Why Wealth Changes A Fighter’s Hunger, Citing Conor McGregor

Conor McGregor is one of the richest athletes in the world. He was even ranked number one on the Forbes list in 2021. Meanwhile, being this rich is what’s stopping McGregor from making his most-awaited return, and this is what many MMA stars believe.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 5

Dana White’s Court Hearings Summarized: Conor McGregor Messages, Stolen Phone & Ilia Topuria Trouble

Is Dana White in legal trouble once again? That has been the ongoing talk in MMA circles as the UFC CEO attended a recent court hearing. Last year, the UFC had just settled the Le vs Zuffa case for $375 million.

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MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 5

Daniel Cormier Explains 'Rich' Conor McGregor’s Hesitation in Returning to UFC Octagon

Conor McGregor is arguably one of the richest MMA fighters in the world. After changing their lives and enjoying a luxury lifestyle, many fighters prefer to stay away from octagon action.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 5

'I Wanted to Slap Him': UFC Legend Recalls Conor McGregor’s Racist Jab at Dustin Poirier

MMA legend Daniel Cormier recently opened up about one of the most outrageous trash-talk moments he has witnessed in the sport, involving none other than Conor McGregor.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 4

Michael Chandler has ‘eyes set’ on Conor McGregor’s former foe as potential White House alternative

Michael Chandler is still certain that he will be fighting at the White House in June. Ever since the event was announced, it seemed very likely that ‘Iron’ could even be closing the show as one half of the main event.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 31

Conor McGregor claims UFC return not happening without Ari Emanuel talks

Conor McGregor has been heavily linked to feature on the UFC White House card in June, but his involvement could have reached an impasse. 'The Notorious' has made a personal vow to once again dedicate himself to mixed martial arts, with all eyes set on his return later this year.

MMA News / HITC / January 30

Conor McGregor sets new demand before UFC return and makes it public

Conor McGregor is making it clear he will not step back into the Octagon until the UFC meets one specific demand. Since breaking his leg in the trilogy bout against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 in July 2021, ‘The Notorious’ has not returned to the Octagon.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 30

Will We See McGregor Vs. Pimblett?

Dan Hooker revealed a bizarre story involving a past confrontation between Conor McGregor and Paddy Pimblett, as we look at how a fight could play out.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 28

Conor McGregor begins training camp for UFC White House event

Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor's long anticipated return to the octagon could be actually happening. "Notorious" released a video on social media Tuesday titled "White House Camp Begins." In the video, McGregor spars with training partners and gives a motivational speech to start his preparation to return.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 20

Conor McGregor Claims UFC Contract Is Void Amid Paramount+ Era

Conor McGregor believes the ground has shifted beneath his feet and that the UFC now owes him a brand-new deal. During a recent livestream playing Roblox

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 20

McGregor Chasing New UFC Contract

Conor McGregor claims his current UFC contract is “void” due to the promotion’s $7.7 billion broadcasting deal with Paramount+. McGregor explained that

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / January 19

Conor McGregor to start new contract ‘negotiations’ with UFC

Despite no confirmation on his UFC return, Irish fighter Conor McGregor has hinted at a possible contract update with Ultimate Fighting Championship. One of the most popular and well-drawing fighters during his time at the company, McGregor has been out of action since July, 2021.