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Max Holloway’s legendary winning streak began 12 years ago today. Holloway is one of the leading fan favorites in the UFC and is among the greatest featherweights of all time, having risen to greatness after an inconsistent start in the promotion.

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Conor McGregor Wields More Power in UFC Than Jon Jones and Alex Pereira, Claims Insider

Conor McGregor, holding the status of MMA’s biggest star, isn’t really a mystery to anyone. What is surprising, though, is how ‘The Notorious’ managed to keep that aura intact despite being inactive for over five years.

Trump Family Promises $23 Million to 'MMA’s Most Prominent Investor' Conor McGregor

“Welcome aboard, my friend and now business partner, Donald Trump Jr.,” wrote Conor McGregor on X last year, teasing a new partnership between the Trump family and his MMA venture, MMA Inc.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 3

Ex-UFC title challenger was KO’d in his Octagon debut years before matching Conor McGregor milestone

On this day in 2015, a UFC star’s debut didn’t go to plan. We’ve seen the likes of the Joe Rogan approved Ateba Gautier produce incredibly impressive debut years in the UFC in 2025.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 3

Conor McGregor’s Two-Word Message to Dana White Revives UFC Plea That Changed Everything

Sometimes the loudest moments don’t involve speeches. They come quietly, nestled inside memory, and resurface when the timing feels intentional. Conor McGregor reminded everyone of it this week, not with a shoutout or a rant, but with a look back.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 2

Jon Anik names surprising preferred alternative to Michael Chandler for Conor McGregor’s White House return

The UFC commentator has downplayed the fight that could headline the White House event. Conor McGregor’s last win inside the Octagon came in January of 2020 when he stopped Donald Cerrone in just 40 seconds.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 2

Former UFC title challenger who fans want cut from the roster becomes first tested fighter of 2026

The UFC’s test history database has been updated at the start of 2026. While Conor McGregor was suspended for failing to provide his whereabouts, there weren’t too many examples of high-profile penalties being handed out in 2025 in regards to anti-doping.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 1

Conor McGregor reminisces on his last UFC win as he heads into comeback year

Conor McGregor rolled in the New Year by reminiscing on his last UFC win, which happened almost six years ago. The Irishman hasn’t fought since the summer of 2021, when he suffered a gruesome broken leg against Dustin Poirier that sidelined him indefinitely.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 1

Sean O’Malley Labelled 'Racist' by Song Yadong Over Conor McGregor-Style Antics Ahead of UFC 324

With UFC megastar Conor McGregor absent, the promotion left a gap for a trash-talking star, and Sean O’Malley stepped in. From his debut, fans immediately noticed he mirrored McGregor because his trash talk, fighting style, and marketability all reflected the former superstar.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 1

Michael Chandler provides Conor McGregor fight update for UFC White House

Continuing his back-and-forth with Conor McGregor and keeping the hype for their rumored clash alive, Michael Chandler has teased an appearance on the UFC White House show.

MMA News / HITC / January 1

5 Conor McGregor fights every MMA fan needs to watch

Conor McGregor has teased a return to the Octagon, reigniting excitement around the former UFC champion’s legendary prime. The Irish superstar recently re-entered the USADA drug-testing pool, with his team openly targeting a comeback fight at the rumored UFC White House event on July 4, 2026.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 1

Michael Chandler has never sounded this confident about fighting Conor McGregor

Michael Chandler seems sure he’ll finally get to fight Conor McGregor in 2026. A clash between UFC stars has been in the works since they filmed The Ultimate Fighter together in 2023.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 1

Michael Chandler’s 'Desperate' Conor McGregor White House Pitch on CBS Live Draws Fan Backlash

Michael Chandler didn’t wait for a press conference or a well-timed social media post. He chose live television. During the CBS New Year’s Eve program, ‘Iron’ leaned into the rumors and presented a vivid picture of himself and Conor McGregor fighting on the White House’s South Lawn, complete with red, white, and blue energy.

‘Mike Tyson inspiration’… Conor McGregor reveals how Logan Paul fight may still happen

Conor McGregor is willing to wait until long after his fighting days are done to take on ‘nixers’ against the likes of Logan Paul and KSI. The Irishman appears to be locked in on a return to the octagon, where he insists that he is coming back for the chance at an unprecedented third belt at welterweight.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 28

Conor McGregor Set for $25M Stint Away From UFC

After a rollercoaster career in the UFC, Conor McGregor stepped up as a promoter last year, and since then, fans have been enjoying his new avatar. He still hasn’t made his comeback inside the Octagon, after over four years since his last fight.

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Conor McGregor Exposes Awkward Jake-Logan Paul Tension During Past Encounter

It’s been a while since Conor McGregor and the Paul brothers crossed paths. Jake Paul, Logan Paul, and their mother, Pam, had their chance encounter with ‘The Notorious’ during a bus ride to President Donald Trump’s inauguration in January this year.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 27

Islam Makhachev Names One Thing Conor McGregor Does Better Than Ilia Topuria

“Without a doubt [I’d beat McGregor],” UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria didn’t mince words as he shared his confidence. It’s a bold claim, and one that Islam Makhachev is ready to dismantle with surgical precision, sharing his perspective on where both fighters stand.

Conor McGregor takes a shot at Jake Paul’s broken jaw with Christmas post

Jake Paul gets Christmas jab from Conor McGregor. On Christmas Day, McGregor couldn’t help but take a shot at Jake Paul. Despite being a huge family man with four kids, the UFC superstar didn’t spend all of his holiday time focused on his loved ones.

MMA News / HITC / December 22

Conor McGregor’s teammate reacts after unexpected praise despite old feud

‘The Notorious’ did show some class to a teammate earlier this year with an unexpected message. Looking back at UFC 205 in 2016, Eddie Alvarez still is not thrilled about how things went down against Conor McGregor.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 17

Daniel Cormier: UFC White House Card 'Can’t Be the Biggest Ever' Without Conor McGregor

Conor McGregor’s long-teased return remains uncertain, and two of the UFC’s most prominent analysts aren’t convinced he’ll actually make it to the promotion’s historic White House event next June.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / December 12

Conor McGregor weds longtime partner Dee Devlin

Conor McGregor and longtime partner Dee Devlin were married on Friday. TMZ Sports first reported the news. The two were wed at the historic Church of Santo Stefano degli Abissini in Vatican City.

MMA News / HITC / December 12

Conor McGregor offered blockbuster boxing showdown with reigning UFC champion in 2026

Conor McGregor is reportedly set to step back into the Octagon next year. The former UFC champion has not competed since suffering a broken leg in his trilogy fight with Dustin Poirier back in July 2021.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 8

Conor McGregor Eyes Historic Third UFC Title: 'I Want a Crack at That 170-Pound Belt'

Conor McGregor says only one thing awaits him if he returns to the Octagon: gold. The former two-division UFC champion has doubled down on his intent to compete at next summer’s historic UFC White House card, which is in active development for June 2026.

MMA News / Field Level Media / December 4

Sexual assault suit against Conor McGregor dropped

The civil lawsuit filed against MMA fighter Conor McGregor for an alleged sexual assault at a 2023 NBA Finals game in Miami has been dropped. The anonymous complainant voluntary filed for dismissal of the suit earlier this week in U.S.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / November 25

Conor McGregor: Ibogaine Treatment 'Saved My Life'

,Conor McGregor has re-emerged from his social media blackout claiming he’s a changed man mentally, spiritually, and professionally. The former two-division