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Top 3 ex-UFC opponents for Mike Perry’s BKFC return as Conor McGregor announces fight date

Conor McGregor says Mike Perry will face a former UFC fighter in his BKFC return. BKFC made many headlines at their Champions Summit press conference on Thursday with part-owner Conor McGregor hosting 14 champions onstage.

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UFC star Conor McGregor eyes return at White House card despite Dana White's doubt

It takes much for former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor to get motivated about a return to MMA. But the possibility of the UFC hosting an event at the White House and Washington D.C.

James DeGale ends six-year retirement to fight in brutal sport promoted by UFC legend Conor McGregor

James DeGale has reportedly signed with Conor McGregor’s promotion ahead of a return to fighting. At his peak, ‘Chunky’ was a truly tremendous competitor inside the squared circle, capturing the IBF super middleweight world title on two occasions.

Conor McGregor News / HITC / July 11

Conor McGregor offers BKFC fighters what he never received from UFC after career-defining win

After winning his second world title, Conor McGregor had a clear message for the media. Nearly ten years on, he’s finally delivering it to his fighters.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 11

Conor McGregor caught in the middle as Mike Perry tries to attack rival who slapped him at BKFC press conference

UFC legend Conor McGregor is famous for causing trouble at press conferences. The former dual-weight UFC champion stole Jose Aldo’s belt and launched cans at Nate Diaz in the lead-up to two of his most iconic fights.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 11

Dana White turned down Conor McGregor’s $3 million bet before ‘Mystic Mac’ successfully predicted another knockout

On this day 10 years ago, Conor McGregor held UFC gold for the first time in his career. McGregor might be a divisive character among the fans these days but his climb to the top of the sport was simply unmatched.

Conor McGregor News / FirstSportz / July 11

'Dance For Me Boy' – Conor McGregor Goes Wild as Mike Perry Returns to BKFC after Boxing Loss

Mike Perry is undoubtedly the biggest star to emerge from Conor McGregor’s Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship promotion in recent years. He recently stepped away from BKFC after suffering a high-profile boxing loss to Jake Paul.

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 11

‘Biggest Superstar’ Conor McGregor Possibly Headlining UFC White House Card Depends on ‘Motivation’, Admits Dana White

Earlier this month, President Donald Trump announced that the UFC was all set to host a fight card on the grounds of the White House next year in honor of the United States’ 250th birthday.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 11

Conor McGregor drops latest hint about UFC comeback fight amid campaign to compete at the White House

Conor McGregor has continued his campaign for a fight at the White House by all but confirming it will be the host venue for his massive comeback. It’s officially been over four years since his last octagon outing, where he suffered a gruesome broken leg in his trilogy with Dustin Poirier.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 11

BKFC Announces New Tournament; Revolutionary Fighter Equity Program

BKFC has made a major announcement with the new of their $25 Million “Baddest Man” tournament. The tournament will take place in March 2026, with a view to offering the champion a mammoth $15 million prize.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 11

Conor McGregor and Mike Perry share fiery face-off in Florida as pair finally meet after ‘firing’

Conor McGregor and Mike Perry finally got to have words in person for the first time since the UFC legend ‘fired’ BKFC’s biggest star. After Perry was knocked out by Jake Paul in a boxing match last summer, McGregor unceremoniously sacked his ‘King of Violence’.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 10

Conor McGregor announces $25M open-weight tournament, 4 UFC veterans joining BKFC roster

Conor McGregor just announced ‘the most lucrative tournament in all of combat sports’. The BKFC’s biggest press conference took place Thursday evening from Hollywood, Florida, with 15 world champions onstage along with BKFC president David Feldman and part-owner, former UFC two-division champion Conor McGregor.

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MMA News / HITC / July 10

Frankie Edgar shares why Ilia Topuria doesn’t measure up to Conor McGregor

Plenty of fighters have held titles in two divisions, but none have made the kind of impact Conor McGregor has. Since then, Topuria has drawn several comparisons to Conor McGregor.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 10

‘Since the Conor McGregor fight’… Dustin Poirier’s friend reveals UFC 318 farewell has been a long time coming

UFC star Dustin Poirier has had many memorable fights and two title shots since thoughts of retirement first crept into his head. Over 14 years after his debut in the UFC and 16 removed from his first professional fight, Poirier will enter the Octagon for the final time on July 19.

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 10

'I Asked Several Times' – Charles Oliveira Admits Having No Memory of Ilia Topuria Knockout

Heading into UFC 317, Charles Oliveira was confident he would defeat Ilia Topuria and reclaim the UFC lightweight championship. However, just as Topuria predicted, he secured a stunning first-round knockout, finishing Oliveira in dominant and devastating fashion.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 8

Conor McGregor faces 10-year jail sentence for alleged perjury

Conor McGregor's legal troubles continue to pile up. If his woes weren't bad enough already, the UFC star now faces the possibility of a 10-year jail sentence for alleged perjury.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 8

Who Should Islam Makhachev Fight Before He Retires?

Islam Makhachev has opened up on his retirement plans as we look at who he should face before he retires. Makhachev is one of the best P4P fighters in the world, having defended the lightweight title four times.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 6

Conor McGregor offered high-risk 'winner-takes-all' fight by former world champion

As rumors of Conor McGregor's return begin heating up, a bounty has been set on his head that many are attempting to collect. Throughout the years at the top of his game, 'The Notorious' wasn't one to make friends and enjoyed the thought of having a target on his back.

MMA News / HITC / July 6

UFC legend overlooks Conor McGregor to name ideal main event for White House card

A UFC Hall of Famer has another fight in mind for Trump’s 2026 White House card, instead of the one Conor McGregor wants to make. During a rally at the Iowa State Fairgrounds on Thursday, President Donald Trump confirmed his intention to promote a UFC event in the White House.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / July 5

Conor McGregor: ‘Count me in!’

According to Athlon Sports, President Donald Trump announced his interest in adding UFC’s participation in the America 250 celebration. Of course this will be a spectacle.

MMA News / Yardbarker / July 5

'Count me in': Conor McGregor volunteers for White House UFC fight after Trump announcement

McGregor, 36, hasn't fought since losing to Dustin Poirier in July 2021.

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MMA News / Athlon Sports / July 4

'Count me in': Conor McGregor sets his sights on a historic stage

But with Trump’s announcement now dangling the idea of a historic fight backdrop, fans might finally see The Notorious back in action.

MMA News / HITC / July 4

Conor McGregor expected to announce ‘groundbreaking’ news at BKFC high-profile press conference

Conor McGregor is set to headline what’s being billed as the biggest BKFC press conference yet, taking place next week. While he hasn’t fought in the Octagon since his leg injury against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264, McGregor hasn’t faded from the combat sports spotlight.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 18

McGregor KOs Man In A Nightclub

Conor McGregor is in the headlines once again with reports he knocked out a man in an Ibiza nightclub. McGregor’s fighting career and personal life have spiralled out of control.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / June 17

Conor McGregor Caught on Video Brutally Punching Man in Ibiza Club, Full Details

UFC fighters' conduct beyond competition has long been a contentious issue, with incidents ranging from reckless altercations to legal troubles tarnishing the sport’s reputation.