History of Conor McGregor in Timeline
Conor McGregor is an Irish professional mixed martial artist, renowned for his achievements in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He notably held the UFC Featherweight and Lightweight Champion titles simultaneously, marking him as the first UFC fighter to achieve championships in two weight classes concurrently. Prior to his UFC career, McGregor also held simultaneous Featherweight and Lightweight Champion titles in the Cage Warriors Fighting Championship (CWFC).
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July 1988: Conor McGregor's Birth
In July 1988, Conor Anthony McGregor was born. He is an Irish professional mixed martial artist.
1989: Release of the original Road House movie
The original 'Road House' movie was released in 1989.
February 2007: MMA Debut
On 17 February 2007, at the age of 18, Conor McGregor made his mixed martial arts debut in an amateur fight against Kieran Campbell for the Irish Ring of Truth promotion in Dublin, winning via TKO in the first round.
March 2008: First Professional MMA Bout
On 9 March 2008, Conor McGregor had his first professional MMA bout, as a lightweight, defeating Gary Morris with a second-round TKO.
2008: Begins competing professionally in MMA
In 2008, Conor McGregor began competing professionally in mixed martial arts (MMA), fighting in the lightweight and featherweight divisions.
2008: Relationship with Dee Devlin began
In 2008, Conor McGregor began his relationship with Dee Devlin.
2008: Training at Straight Blast Gym
In 2008, Conor McGregor began training at the Straight Blast Gym (SBG) in Dublin under John Kavanagh.
2009: Assault causing harm
In 2009, McGregor given probation for assault causing harm offence.
2011: Winning streak begins
During 2011, Conor McGregor began an eight-fight winning streak.
2012: CWFC Titles
During 2012, Conor McGregor won both the CWFC Featherweight and Lightweight championships, becoming the first European professional mixed martial artist to hold titles in two divisions simultaneously.
February 2013: Meeting with Dana White
In February 2013, UFC president Dana White visited Dublin and, after meeting with Conor McGregor, offered him a contract to join the UFC.
February 2013: Signs UFC Contract
In February 2013, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) announced that they had signed Conor McGregor to a multi-fight contract.
April 2013: UFC Debut
On 6 April 2013, Conor McGregor made his UFC debut against Marcus Brimage at UFC on Fuel TV: Mousasi vs. Latifi, winning the fight by knockout in round one and earning his first "Knockout of the Night" award.
August 2013: Fight Against Holloway
On 17 August 2013, Conor McGregor fought Max Holloway at UFC Fight Night 26, winning by unanimous decision. Following the bout, an MRI revealed he had torn his ACL.
2013: Signs with UFC
In 2013, Conor McGregor signed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
July 2014: Fight Against Brandão
On 19 July 2014, Conor McGregor fought Diego Brandão at UFC Fight Night 46, winning by TKO in the first round and earning his first Performance of the Night award.
September 2014: Victory at UFC 178
On 27 September 2014, at UFC 178, Conor McGregor faced Dustin Poirier, securing a first-round TKO victory and earning his second straight "Performance of the Night" award.
2014: Rematch with Dustin Poirier
In 2014, the original bout between Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier took place, leading to their rematch in 2021.
January 2015: Victory at UFC Fight Night 59
On 18 January 2015, Conor McGregor faced Dennis Siver at UFC Fight Night 59, winning the fight via TKO in the second round and earning his third straight "Performance of the Night" award.
January 2015: Announcement of Aldo Fight
On 30 January 2015, the fight against José Aldo was announced at UFC 183. Following the announcement McGregor and Aldo embarked on a world tour.
January 2015: Aldo Fight Announcement
On 30 January 2015, the highly anticipated bout between Conor McGregor and José Aldo was announced at the UFC 183 Q&A for the undisputed UFC Featherweight Championship.
July 2015: Scheduled Fight at UFC 189
On 11 July 2015, Conor McGregor was expected to face José Aldo at UFC 189 for the undisputed UFC Featherweight Championship.
2015: Accusations of Racially Taunting José Aldo
In 2015, leading up to his bout with José Aldo, McGregor faced accusations of racially taunting the Brazilian fighter.
February 2016: Press Conference for UFC 196
On 24 February 2016, a press conference was held to promote the UFC 196 main event between Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz, where both men traded insults.
March 2016: UFC 196 fight
On 5 March 2016, Conor McGregor faced Nate Diaz at UFC 196 in a welterweight bout.
June 2016: McGregor's Opinion on Muhammad Ali's Death
In June 2016, after Muhammad Ali's death, Conor McGregor stated that "nobody will ever come close to [Ali's] greatness".
November 2016: Time Off From UFC
After winning the lightweight championship at UFC 205, Conor McGregor announced he would take time off from the UFC since his first child was due in November 2016.
2016: Exchange of Unsolicited Pictures Alleged with Azealia Banks
Azealia Banks stated in July 2025 that she and McGregor had been exchanging unsolicited nude pictures as far back as 2016.
June 2017: Terms Agreed for Fight With Mayweather
On 14 June 2017, Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather Jr. came to terms after months of negotiations and announced their boxing match to take place on 26 August.
June 2017: Announcement of Boxing Match against Floyd Mayweather Jr.
On 14 June 2017, it was announced that Conor McGregor would compete in his first professional boxing match against Floyd Mayweather Jr., scheduled for 26 August 2017.
August 2017: Boxing Match against Floyd Mayweather Jr.
In August 2017, it was announced that Conor McGregor would compete in his first professional boxing match against Floyd Mayweather Jr., on August 26, 2017 at T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada. The fight was broadcast on Showtime PPV in the US and Sky Sports Box Office in the UK.
August 2017: Details of McGregor vs. Mayweather Fight Announced
In August 2017, it was announced that Mayweather and McGregor would compete for the WBC Money Belt. Mayweather was guaranteed $100 million, and McGregor was guaranteed $30 million. The fight resulted in Mayweather winning via TKO in the 10th round.
November 2017: Guilty Plea for Speeding in Rathcoole
In November 2017, McGregor pleaded guilty to exceeding the speed limit in Rathcoole, County Dublin, and was fined €400.
November 2017: Involvement in Bellator 187 Incident
On 10 November 2017, during Bellator 187 in Dublin, McGregor jumped the cage to celebrate his teammate Charlie Ward's win, confronted referee Marc Goddard, and interacted with the downed John Redmond before the fight was officially declared over.
2017: UFC Lightweight Championship & Boxing Match
In 2017, Conor McGregor won the UFC Lightweight Championship at UFC 205 by defeating Eddie Alvarez. He also transitioned to professional boxing, facing Floyd Mayweather Jr. in a highly publicized bout.
2017: Boxing Match Against Mayweather
In 2017, Conor McGregor's boxing match against Floyd Mayweather generated over 5.3 million buys across the United States and the United Kingdom.
2017: Accusations of Racism towards Floyd Mayweather Jr.
In 2017, McGregor was accused of racism after taunting Floyd Mayweather Jr. ahead of their August 26 boxing match, including telling him to "Dance for me, boy".
2017: McGregor's Endorsement Deals Reach $7 Million
In 2017, McGregor's endorsement deals totaled $7 million, with endorsements from Beats by Dre, Monster Energy, Reebok and Bud Light.
April 2018: Charged After UFC 223 Bus Attack
In April 2018, following the UFC 223 bus attack, McGregor was charged with three counts of assault and one count of criminal mischief. He was later further charged with menacing and reckless endangerment.
April 2018: Khabib Nurmagomedov and Entourage Corner and Slap Artem Lobov
On 3 April 2018, Khabib Nurmagomedov and his entourage cornered and slapped Artem Lobov at a hotel in Brooklyn, New York.
April 2018: Involvement in UFC 223 Bus Attack
On 5 April 2018, during promotional appearances for UFC 223, McGregor and a group of others attacked a bus carrying fighters, including Rose Namajunas and Michael Chiesa, at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, resulting in injuries and fighters being removed from the card.
June 2018: Release on Bail After UFC 223 Incident
In June 2018, McGregor was released on $50,000 bail until 14 June 2018, following charges related to the UFC 223 bus attack in April 2018. He was allowed to travel without restriction under the bail conditions.
September 2018: McGregor Launches Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey
In September 2018, McGregor launched Proper No. Twelve Irish whiskey in Ireland and the United States. The whiskey is named after the Crumlin neighbourhood in Dublin 12, where McGregor grew up.
September 2018: Chiesa Announces Lawsuit Against McGregor
On 12 September 2018, Michael Chiesa announced a lawsuit against McGregor, citing pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life as a result of the April 2018 UFC 223 bus attack.
October 2018: Involved in Post-Fight Brawl at UFC 229
Following the fight at UFC 229 on 6 October 2018, McGregor was involved in a post-fight brawl after Khabib Nurmagomedov jumped out of the cage. McGregor punched Abubakar Nurmagomedov, leading to a scuffle.
October 2018: NSAC Complaint and Payout Decision
On 24 October 2018, the NSAC filed a formal complaint against both McGregor and Nurmagomedov regarding the UFC 229 brawl. The NSAC voted to release half of Nurmagomedov's $2 million fight payout immediately.
November 2018: Guilty Plea for Speeding in Kill
In November 2018, McGregor pleaded guilty to speeding in Kill, County Kildare, receiving a €1,000 fine and a six-month driving disqualification.
December 2018: McGregor Allegedly Assaults and Rapes Woman in Dublin
In December 2018, McGregor was found to have assaulted and raped a woman in Dublin, leading to the loss of sponsorships.
December 2018: Alleged Violent Assault and Rape by McGregor
In December 2018, Nikita Hand alleged that McGregor violently beat and raped her in Dublin, leading to a civil action.
December 2018: NSAC Hearing for UFC 229 Brawl
In December 2018, Nurmagomedov and McGregor faced indefinite bans pending the official hearing by the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) regarding the UFC 229 post-fight brawl.
December 2018: Allegation of Sexual Assault in Dublin Hotel
In December 2018, an alleged sexual assault by McGregor against a woman in a Dublin hotel led to a Garda Síochána (police) investigation reported by The New York Times in March 2019.
2018: Forbes Ranking
In 2018, Conor McGregor ranked fourth on the Forbes list of highest-paid athletes, with earnings of $99 million.
2018: Alleged Sexual Assault Leads to Civil Claim
In 2018, an alleged sexual assault led to prosecutors declining to prosecute McGregor, resulting in a civil claim for damages launched in the High Court in January 2021.
2018: Assault and Rape Incident
In 2018, an incident occurred where Conor McGregor assaulted and raped a woman, which later led to a civil case ruling in November 2024.
January 2019: Suspension and Fine by NSAC
On 29 January 2019, the NSAC announced a six-month suspension for McGregor, retroactive to 6 October 2018, and a $50,000 fine for his involvement in the UFC 229 post-fight brawl.
March 2019: Arrested for Attacking a Fan in Miami
In March 2019, McGregor was arrested outside the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach, Florida, for attacking a fan taking a picture on his mobile phone. He was charged with strong-armed robbery and criminal mischief, and later released on a $5,000 bond.
March 2019: McGregor Under Investigation for Alleged Sexual Assault
In March 2019, The New York Times reported that McGregor was under investigation by the Garda Síochána (police), following allegations of a sexual assault on a woman in a Dublin hotel in December 2018.
March 2019: Retirement Announcement
On 26 March 2019, Conor McGregor announced his retirement on social media, though it was viewed as a ploy by Dana White.
April 2019: Eligibility to Compete Again
On 6 April 2019, McGregor became eligible to compete again after serving his six-month suspension for the UFC 229 post-fight brawl.
April 2019: McGregor Assaults Man at the Marble Arch
On April 6, 2019, McGregor assaulted a man at the Marble Arch pub, which he later purchased in 2021.
August 2019: Video Surfaces of Pub Assault
On 15 August 2019, TMZ Sports published a video showing McGregor punching an older man at The Marble Arch Pub in Dublin, which happened on 6 April 2019. Irish police opened an investigation.
October 2019: Second Allegation of Sexual Assault Reported
In October 2019, a second allegation of sexual assault against McGregor was reported, concerning an assault on a woman in a car alleged to have taken place earlier that month.
October 2019: First Court Appearance for Pub Assault
On 11 October 2019, McGregor first appeared in court for the assault at The Marble Arch Pub in Dublin, which occurred on 6 April 2019. The court heard that McGregor had 18 prior convictions from 2018 going back to 2009.
January 2020: Victory Over Cerrone at UFC 246
On 18 January 2020, after over a year away from the Octagon, Conor McGregor faced Donald Cerrone at UFC 246, winning the fight via technical knockout 40 seconds into the first round and earning a Performance of the Night award.
June 2020: Second Retirement Announcement
On 6 June 2020, Conor McGregor announced once more that he was retiring from fighting.
2020: Engagement to Dee Devlin
In 2020, Conor McGregor and Dee Devlin got engaged.
2020: McGregor Purchases the Black Forge Inn
In 2020, McGregor purchased a pub in Crumlin, renaming it to the Black Forge Inn.
January 2021: Civil Claim Launched After Prosecutors Decline to Prosecute for 2018 Alleged Sexual Assault
In January 2021, after prosecutors declined to prosecute McGregor for the 2018 alleged sexual assault, a civil claim for damages was launched in the High Court. A spokeswoman for McGregor said in a statement that the allegations against him were "categorically rejected" and that he was "confident that justice will prevail" in the civil case.
January 2021: Loss to Poirier at UFC 257
On 24 January 2021, Conor McGregor faced Dustin Poirier at UFC 257, losing the fight via technical knockout in the second round, marking the first knockout loss in his career. He was later handed a 6-month medical suspension.
July 2021: Loss to Poirier at UFC 264
On 10 July 2021, Conor McGregor faced Dustin Poirier for a third time at UFC 264, losing the fight via technical knockout in round one after suffering a broken lower tibia.
October 2021: Alleged Assault in Rome Nightclub
In October 2021, McGregor allegedly assaulted Francesco Facchinetti, an Italian musician, in a nightclub in Rome, reportedly breaking Facchinetti's nose. Facchinetti later filed charges against McGregor for the attack.
2021: Forged Irish Stout launched
In 2021, Conor McGregor officially launched Forged Irish Stout.
2021: Highest-Paid Athlete
In 2021, Conor McGregor was ranked as the world's highest-paid athlete by Forbes, earning a reported $180 million.
2021: McGregor and Partners Sell Majority Stake in Proper No. Twelve
In 2021, McGregor and his business partners sold their majority stake in the Proper No. Twelve company to Proximo Spirits for a reported $600 million.
2021: McGregor Purchases Second Pub, The Marble Arch
In 2021, McGregor purchased a second pub, the Marble Arch.
2021: Lobov claims contribution to McGregor's Whiskey success
In November 2022, Artem Lobov sued McGregor, seeking five percent of the proceeds of the $600 million deal conducted in 2021. This deal relates to the whiskey idea Lobov says he pitched in August 2022.
March 2022: High Court Orders Pre-Trial Discovery Against McGregor
In March 2022, the High Court made a pre-trial discovery order against McGregor requiring the Gardaí to disclose certain information and documents gathered by them.
March 2022: Arrested for Driving Offences in Dublin
On 22 March 2022, McGregor was arrested in Dublin and charged with six driving offences, including dangerous driving. His car was seized but later returned after he was released on bail, with a court appearance scheduled for April 2022.
April 2022: Scheduled Court Appearance
In April 2022, McGregor was scheduled to appear before Blanchardstown district court following his arrest on 22 March 2022 for six driving offences, including dangerous driving.
June 2022: Court Appearance for Driving Offences
On 23 June 2022, McGregor appeared in Blanchardstown District Court in relation to events on 22 March 2022, and was remanded on continuing bail pending "further charges" as part of a dangerous driving prosecution.
July 2022: Alleged assault aboard yacht
On July 22 2022, McGregor allegedly assaulted a 42-year-old woman aboard his yacht in Ibiza, Spain, during his birthday party. The woman claimed she was berated by McGregor before being physically assaulted and forced to jump from the yacht to escape McGregor.
August 2022: Lobov Alleges He Pitched Whiskey Idea to McGregor
In an August 2022 interview, Artem Lobov alleged that McGregor was initially headed towards creating a vodka product, but it was Lobov who pitched the idea of doing a whiskey instead. Lobov also stated that he did the background study and conducted business deals for the product.
September 2022: Additional Charge of Careless Driving
On 8 September 2022, McGregor was charged with an additional charge of careless driving, adding to the six charges he already faced over the incident on 22 March 2022.
November 2022: Lobov Sues McGregor for Share of Whiskey Deal Proceeds
In late November 2022, news surfaced that Artem Lobov had sued McGregor, seeking five percent of the proceeds of the $600 million deal conducted in 2021. Following the lawsuit, McGregor aimed several social media messages at Lobov.
2022: Cast in Road House Remake
In 2022, Conor McGregor was cast alongside Jake Gyllenhaal in a remake of the 1989 film Road House.
2022: Black Forge Inn Targeted by Petrol Bombs
In 2022, The Black Forge Inn, owned by McGregor, was targeted by petrol bombs.
January 2023: Lobov's Defamation Lawsuit Denied; Ordered to Pay Legal Fees
In January 2023, Artem Lobov's defamation lawsuit against McGregor was denied by the judge, and Lobov was ordered to pay the legal fees.
January 2023: Accusation of Yacht Assault in Ibiza
In January 2023, McGregor was accused of assaulting a 42-year-old woman aboard his yacht in Ibiza, Spain, during his birthday party in July 2022. The woman later discontinued the lawsuit.
January 2023: Trial Date Set
In January 2023, McGregor's defence team informed the court that he couldn't attend the trial at that time due to being unwell, regarding the driving offences on 22 March 2022. The judge then ordered the trial to start on 31 July 2024.
February 2023: Coaching The Ultimate Fighter 31
In February 2023, Conor McGregor began coaching The Ultimate Fighter 31, marking his second time in the role, with Michael Chandler as the opposing coach. The filming of the show commenced during this month.
February 2023: Lawsuit Discontinued
In late February 2023, news surfaced that the lawsuit regarding the alleged yacht assault was discontinued by the plaintiff, with no further information provided.
June 9, 2023: Alleged Sexual Assault During NBA Finals Game
On June 9, 2023, McGregor allegedly sexually assaulted a woman in a bathroom at the Kaseya Center in Miami during an NBA Finals game, leading to a lawsuit filed against him in January 2025.
June 2023: McGregor punches Miami Heat mascot at NBA Finals
In June 2023, Conor McGregor appeared at Game Four of the 2023 NBA Finals in Miami, Florida, to promote his pain relief spray in a skit with the Miami Heat's mascot, Burnie. McGregor punched the mascot (Heat dancer Chris Brown) twice, including an off-script punch while Brown was on the ground, leading to Brown being treated at a local hospital. The crowd booed McGregor. He later claimed it was a skit and "all is well".
June 2023: McGregor Accused of Sexual Assault at NBA Finals
On June 11, 2023, Miami police received a report that McGregor had sexually assaulted a woman the previous night in a toilet at the Miami Heat arena, after Game Four of the NBA Finals. McGregor denied the allegation. The case was dropped on October 18, 2023.
August 2023: The Ultimate Fighter 31 airs on television
From May to August 2023, The Ultimate Fighter 31 aired on television, featuring Conor McGregor as a coach alongside Michael Chandler.
November 2023: McGregor Makes Anti-Immigration Statements After Dublin Stabbing
In November 2023, following a stabbing in Dublin, McGregor made multiple anti-immigration statements, tweeting that "Ireland is at war." He condemned the riots that followed the stabbings but called for action to ensure Ireland's safety and for the perpetrator to be "tortured and killed."
November 2023: McGregor Criticizes Taoiseach Over Views on Immigration and Hamas
On November 26, 2023, McGregor criticized then Taoiseach Leo Varadkar for his views on immigration and for his failure to mention Hamas when he wrote about an Irish hostage released by the group.
December 2023: McGregor Considers Running for President of Ireland
In December 2023, it was reported that McGregor was considering running for the office of President of Ireland, with Elon Musk endorsing the idea. McGregor cited concerns over the allocation of the nation's funds and a feeling of being ignored by the people as reasons for his potential candidacy. A poll found that eight percent of people would vote for him.
2023: Controversial Comments
In 2023, Conor McGregor's comments on the Dublin riots and immigration policy in Ireland sparked controversy.
April 2024: Part-owner of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship
On 27 April 2024, it was announced that McGregor and his company "McGregor Sports and Entertainment" became part-owners of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC).
June 2024: Partner of Nikita Hand Attacked
In June 2024, after the trial, it emerged that Nikita Hand's partner had been stabbed and windows were smashed when attackers wearing balaclavas invaded their home.
June 2024: UFC 303 Fight Cancellation
In June 2024, following speculation due to a cancelled press conference, the UFC officially announced the cancellation of Conor McGregor's welterweight bout against Michael Chandler at UFC 303, citing a broken toe injury sustained by McGregor.
July 2024: Driving Ban and Suspended Sentence
In July 2024, McGregor received a two-year driving ban and a five-month suspended sentence, on condition that he keeps the peace for two years, in relation to driving offences from 22 March 2022.
November 2024: Civil Case Ruling
In November 2024, the Irish High Court ruled in a civil case that Conor McGregor had assaulted and raped a woman in 2018, ordering him to pay over €248,000 in damages.
November 2024: Jury Finds McGregor Raped Nikita Hand
In November 2024, the trial concluded, and the jury found that McGregor had raped Nikita Hand. He was ordered to pay her nearly €250,000 in damages.
December 2024: Ordered to pay legal costs
In December 2024, Conor McGregor was ordered to pay the victim's legal costs, amounting to approximately €1,500,000.
December 2024: McGregor Ordered to Pay Hand's Legal Costs; Admits Cocaine Use
In December 2024, Justice Owens ordered McGregor to pay approximately €1,500,000 in legal costs to Hand and threatened contempt of court proceedings for social media comments. During cross-examination, McGregor admitted to using cocaine.
2024: Failures to disclose whereabouts for drug testing
In 2024, Conor McGregor failed to disclose his whereabouts for drug testing on three occasions, which led to an eighteen-month suspension.
2024: Proximo Spirits to No Longer Use McGregor's Image on Proper No. Twelve
In 2024, Proximo Spirits announced it would no longer use McGregor's name or image on Proper No. Twelve whiskey following a Dublin court case in which McGregor was found to have assaulted and raped a woman in December 2018.
2024: Complaints upheld about Forged Irish Stout advertising
In 2024, the Advertising Standards Authority for Ireland upheld complaints about the sexualised nature of Forged Irish Stout's advertising.
2024: Sponsors Drop McGregor After Dublin Court Case
In light of a 2024 Dublin court case, in which McGregor was found to have assaulted and raped a woman in December 2018, McGregor lost his first sponsor when the IO Interactive video game company ceased its collaboration with him. Several retailers delisted or pulled McGregor-linked drinks, including Forged Irish Stout and Proper No. Twelve whiskey, from their stores and airport bars.
January 15, 2025: Lawsuit Filed Against McGregor for Sexual Assault During NBA Finals
On January 15, 2025, a lawsuit was filed against McGregor in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, accusing him of sexual assault during an NBA Finals game in Miami on June 9, 2023. The suit alleges that McGregor assaulted a 49-year-old woman in a bathroom at the Kaseya Center, home of the Miami Heat, with details of the alleged assault including forced attempts at oral and anal penetration.
March 2025: Presidential Election Announcement
In March 2025, Conor McGregor announced his intention to stand as an independent candidate in the 2025 Irish presidential election.
March 2025: McGregor Will Not Be Charged for Incitement
In March 2025, it was announced that McGregor would not be charged for incitement following his social media statements in November 2023 after the Dublin stabbings.
March 2025: McGregor Visits White House, Claims Ireland Losing Irishness
On March 17, 2025, McGregor visited the White House at the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump for a Saint Patrick's Day event. During the visit, McGregor claimed that Ireland was "on the cusp of losing its Irishness" due to an "illegal immigration racket." His comments were widely condemned by Irish political figures. He also announced his intention to stand as an independent candidate in the 2025 Irish presidential election.
July 2025: Appeal Lost
In July 2025, Conor McGregor lost an appeal on the verdict of the civil case.
July 2025: McGregor Loses Appeal in Rape Case
In July 2025, McGregor withdrew his application to bring in new witnesses and evidence for his appeal against the finding that he had raped Nikita Hand. The court agreed to refer the matter to the Director of Public Prosecutions to consider perjury. On 31 July, McGregor lost his appeal, and the original ruling was upheld. Hand's legal team initiated legal proceedings to seek damages from McGregor and the witnesses.
July 2025: Azealia Banks Accuses McGregor of Sending Unsolicited Pictures
In July 2025, rapper Azealia Banks accused McGregor of sending her unsolicited dick pics on X. However, she later stated that they had been exchanging unsolicited nude pictures since 2016.
July 2025: Fire at Black Forge Inn
On 25 July 2025, a suspicious fire broke out at the Black Forge Inn at 3am, but was extinguished with no casualties. A man was arrested the following month.
August 4, 2025: McGregor Launches Petition to Change Electoral Rules
On August 4, 2025, McGregor launched an online petition aimed at circumventing the Irish constitution and allowing for a direct popular vote on who can appear on the ballot for president, hoping to pressure a change in the current electoral rules.
September 15, 2025: McGregor Withdraws from Presidential Race
On September 15, 2025, McGregor announced that he was withdrawing from the presidential race after "careful consideration."
October 7, 2025: McGregor Suspended for Drug Testing Failures
On October 7, 2025, it was announced that McGregor had failed to disclose his whereabouts for drug testing on three occasions in 2024, leading to an eighteen-month suspension retroactive to the date of his failure. He is eligible to compete again in March 2026.
December 2025: Marriage to Dee Devlin
In December 2025, Conor McGregor married Dee Devlin at the Church of Santo Stefano degli Abissini in Vatican City.
December 2025: McGregor's Further Appeal Denied by Supreme Court
In December 2025, McGregor's further appeal to the Supreme Court, using new lawyers, was denied. The judges found that he had had a fair hearing and had used his right of appeal. Nikita Hand welcomed the decision.
March 2026: Eligibility to compete again after suspension
In March 2026, Conor McGregor becomes eligible to compete again after serving an eighteen-month suspension for failing to disclose his whereabouts for drug testing on three occasions in 2024.
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