Conor McGregor is arguably the most popular fighter in mixed martial arts today. Even yesterday, McGregor won the ESPN ESPY award for ‘Fighter of the Year.’
McGregor’s most recent fight was a loss to Nate Diaz at welterweight, twenty-five pounds above his normal division, but it didn’t cause the Irishman to lose any popularity. The two will rematch at UFC 202 in the main event.
And today is his birthday, so celebrate by watching some of his best moments. And although he’s had some in the Octagon, some of his best are outside fighting:
About Conor McGregor
Whether you appreciate his style or consider him loud and excessive, there’s no denying this about Conor McGregor: the UFC has seen nothing like him.
In the two years since he swooped into the UFC, McGregor has become a lightning rod for controversy. But he has backed up his braggadocio with skilled MMA and an ability to draw fans – most to cheer him, some hoping to see him cut down to size.
At UFC 189 in Las Vegas, he made good on a vow to knock out Chad Mendes, capturing the interim featherweight title and setting up a showdown with Jose Aldo, the UFC’s pound-for-pound king.
McGregor’s impressive rise in the UFC took place in a little over two years. It was almost impossible not to notice him after he knocked out Diego Brandao on UFC Fight Night Dublin in July 2014, then spectacularly announced, We’re not here to take part. We’re here to take over.
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