Conor McGregor is back, but the sensation who changed the UFC is long gone
Summary
Conor McGregor, the Irish mixed martial arts fighter, is returning to the UFC after a long break and a severe leg injury. His comeback fight against Max Holloway is seen more as a business move than a bid to regain his old reputation, amid controversies and declining popularity in Ireland.Key Facts
- McGregor is 37 years old and will fight Max Holloway in Las Vegas at the T-Mobile Arena.
- He suffered a serious leg fracture in 2021 and used performance-enhancing drugs during his recovery, according to reports.
- McGregor has lost four of his last seven fights and his public image has declined.
- He was found liable in a civil rape case from 2018, which damaged his reputation further.
- McGregor made controversial political statements resembling President Trump’s immigration policies, upsetting many in Ireland.
- The Irish government criticized his remarks made at the White House on St Patrick’s Day 2025.
- Polls showed he lacked support for a potential run for Irish public office.
- Despite challenges, McGregor remains a major figure in UFC history, known for a quick knockout win in 2015 and a high-profile boxing match against Floyd Mayweather.
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