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

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Michael Aldon | Last updated Jun 17, 2025 8:15 PM ET

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. While MMA and other sports enforce codes of conduct, the line between a fighter’s professional discipline and personal aggression can blur. Scandals have repeatedly brought up the issue of accountability and the responsibilities of combat sports athletes as public figures. The same raw intensity that fuels success in the cage can lead to controversy outside of it.

Conor McGregor, the former UFC two-division champion, is once again at the center of controversy after video footage captured him punching a patron at Ibiza’s Pacha nightclub in the early hours of June 17.

The clip, obtained by The Sun, shows McGregor striking a man twice. First with a glancing blow, then with a clean left hook that sent the victim to the floor, while holding a drink in his other hand.

Watch footage of the altercation here:

Witnesses reported that the altercation erupted after a brief exchange, with McGregor appearing to take offense before escalating to violence. The man he struck was reportedly escorted out by security, while McGregor remained at the venue, shielded by his entourage.

This incident is far from McGregor’s first scuffle outside of the cage. In 2019, he was filmed sucker-punching an elderly man in a Dublin pub for refusing a drink of his Proper Twelve whiskey. In 2022, he was accused of assaulting a woman on an Ibiza yacht, though the legal outcomes of that case remain unclear.

McGregor’s repeated incidents reflect a lack of consequences, as he continues to evade serious repercussions despite his history of aggression.

McGregor hasn’t fought since breaking his leg in a 2021 loss to Dustin Poirier, and his planned comeback against Michael Chandler has been repeatedly delayed . UFC CEO Dana White recently stated McGregor won’t return until late 2025 at the earliest, citing unclear reasons for the extended hiatus.

Meanwhile, McGregor has flirted with boxing matches and political aspirations, further taking away his focus from MMA.

With this recent incident on top of legal scrutiny, fan backlash, and a stalled career, McGregor’s future remains uncertain.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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