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Conor McGregor makes hilarious claim on ‘100 people vs. silverback gorilla’ debate

UFC’s Conor McGregor has weighed-in on the world’s wildest debate of the year. The silverback gorilla, nature’s heavyweight champ, has been making headlines all this last week following a viral question on X (formally Twitter): Could 100 men defeat 1 silverback gorilla?

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Eddie Hall Calls Out Conor McGregor – ‘It Would Be Dangerous’

Eddie Hall, the former World’s Strongest Man, has named his hitlist after his MMA debut win over Mariusz Pudzianowski. Hall stopped Pudzianowski at KSW 105 in a 30 second KO to mark a successful transition into the sport.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 28

Eddie Hall wants to team up with five-time World’s Strongest Man he knocked out for bizarre 2vs4 fight

Former World’s Strongest Man Eddie Hall wants to get weird with his MMA career. ‘The Beast’ knocked out twin brothers, Jamil and Jamel Neffati, to win a bizarre 2vs1 bout in June 2024.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 28

Dustin Poirier bounced back from famous Conor McGregor KO by hammering lightweight through the floor

Dustin Poirier’s lightweight run started after his famous loss knockout loss against a bitter rival. In September 2014, Conor McGregor bounced Poirier’s head off the floor to prove he was the real deal during a 106-second win at UFC 178.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / April 28

Conor McGregor wants return to be in a stadium, Dana White isn't a fan of stadiums

UFC CEO Dana White doesn't like holding events in stadiums. The fight promotion has put on fight cards in stadiums as recently as UFC 243, but White has been consistently opposed to the idea for years.

Peyton Stearns Makes Bold Conor McGregor Reference as She Takes on Sabalenka in Madrid

American rising star Peyton Stearns made a bold statement following her victory at the Madrid Open today, sending a clear and fearless message to her next opponent, and top seed, Aryna Sabalenka.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 27

Eddie Hall expresses interest in Conor McGregor fight as he outlines conditions for bare-knuckle boxing debut

Eddie Hall’s search for his next MMA opponent just got underway. ‘The Beast’ originally called to face Mariusz Pudzianowski after winning a bizarre 2vs1 bout last June.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 27

Conor McGregor tweets and deletes two-word reaction as Ian Machado Garry dominates Carlos Prates in UFC Kansas City main event

Conor McGregor was delighted by his countryman Ian Machado Garry’s return to the win column on Saturday night. Dubliner Garry completely dominated Brazilian Carlos Prates in the main event of UFC Kansas City to get back to winning ways after his December defeat to Shavkat Rakhmonov.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 27

Conor McGregor tweets and deletes cryptic post mocking Anthony Smith’s bloody UFC retirement loss

Anthony Smith’s long career in the UFC came to an end on Saturday night at UFC Kansas City. After 58 professional MMA fights, Anthony Smith knew after his loss against Dominick Reyes last year that he only had one more outing left in him.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 25

Conor McGregor pitched two massive name opponents for UFC comeback by former MMA star… ‘Take my money’

Conor McGregor could have a massive challenge on his hands, with an ex-UFC heavyweight suggesting two potential opponents for him. At the peak of his powers, ‘The Notorious’ was a truly terrifying competitor, capable of rendering unconscious anybody he connected on.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / April 25

Conor McGregor promises Rosie O'Donnell's exile if presidential bid succeeds

If Conor McGregor's bid to become Ireland's next president is successful, he has promised to lay down the law in his country. Due to his unapologetic personality, McGregor is a love him or hate him type of character.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 25

'The Notorious’ has unfinished business with an old foe

Former UFC brawler Conor McGregor recently teased of a possible return to the combat sports but only with a stipulation. According to MMAWeekly.com, McGregor took to his social media to mention that he had some ‘unfinished business’ with and old foe, Michael Chandler.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 24

Who is Ian Machado Garry? The 'Future' of MMA Chasing UFC Gold

Ian Machado Garry is on the rise in UFC and “The Future” has gold in his sights. The Irish Welterweight fighter is one of the top young fighters in the UFC today, and Ian Machado Garry is somebody Conor McGregor has called “phenomenal”.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 23

McGregor has a slight stipulation on his return

According to boxingnews.com, ‘The Notorious’ could possibly be eyeing a return to the octagon but with one small stipulation. Former UFC champion Conor McGregor hasn’t been inside of the octagon since his defeat in UFC 264 in July 2021.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / April 23

Conor McGregor claims 'unfinished business' with Michael Chandler, Chandler responds

Conor McGregor teased a return to the octagon on Tuesday. The former two-division UFC champion took to social media to say that he has 'unfinished business' with Michael Chandler. Talks of a McGregor and Chandler fight has been in the making since they coached The Ultimate Fighter 31 as opposing coaches in 2023.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / April 23

Conor McGregor has a stipulation for return

Conor McGregor hasn't set foot inside the octagon since UFC 264 in July 2021. He was scheduled to return at UFC 303 last June but pulled out of the event citing a toe injury. Insiders are skeptical about McGregor ever fighting again, including UFC broadcaster and popular podcast host Joe Rogan.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / April 22

Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler Finally Happening? Explosive Social Media Exchange Sparks UFC Frenzy

Michael Chandler has been fixated on securing a fight with Conor McGregor ever since they coached on The Ultimate Fighter 31 in 2023. Their planned showdown at UFC 303 fell apart when McGregor pulled out with an injury, extending Chandler's frustrating wait for what he considers unfinished business.

MMA News / FirstSportz / April 21

18-year-old Conor McGregor’s legendary promise to Bruce Buffer revealed

Conor McGregor is undoubtedly the biggest superstar to ever step into the UFC octagon, known worldwide for his unmatched charisma. ‘The Notorious’ has achieved everything that the UFC had to offer and changed the game altogether with his bold moves.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 18

Rising UFC star serves up opinion of McGregor’s physical health

Ilia Topuria offers up his brutal opinion of Conor McGregor’s health. Topuria has been regarded as a fighter who has the potential to be a McGregor-like star in the UFC.

MMA News / MMA on SI / April 17

Joe Rogan raises questions about likelihood of Conor McGregor's UFC comeback

Former two-division UFC Champion Conor McGregor may never return to the promotion, at least according to UFC color commentator Joe Rogan. After pulling out of his scheduled June 2023 fight against Michael Chandler, which would have put a bow on their TUF 31 season, nothing regarding a comeback fight has since materialized, no matter the opponent.