History of Conor McGregor in Timeline
Conor McGregor is a highly successful Irish mixed martial artist and businessman. He's renowned for his accomplishments in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), where he became the first fighter to simultaneously hold titles in two weight classes (Featherweight and Lightweight). Prior to his UFC success, McGregor was also a champion in Cage Warriors Fighting Championship (CWFC) in both Featherweight and Lightweight divisions. His impact extends beyond the sport, as he has become a prominent figure in popular culture and a successful entrepreneur.
July 1988: Conor McGregor's Birth
In July 1988, Conor Anthony McGregor was born. He is an Irish professional mixed martial artist and businessman.
1989: Original Road House Film
In 2022, McGregor was cast alongside Jake Gyllenhaal in a remake of the 1989 film Road House.
2006: Move to Lucan, Dublin
In 2006, Conor McGregor moved with his family to Lucan, Dublin, attending Gaelcholáiste Coláiste Cois Life.
February 2007: Amateur 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, 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: Training at Straight Blast Gym (SBG)
In 2008, Conor McGregor began training at the Straight Blast Gym (SBG) in Dublin under John Kavanagh.
2008: Professional MMA Debut
In 2008, Conor McGregor started competing on the professional mixed martial arts (MMA) circuit in the lightweight and featherweight divisions.
2008: McGregor starts relationship with Dee Devlin
In 2008, McGregor began his relationship with his fiancée, Dee Devlin.
2009: Assault Offense as Apprentice Plumber
In 2009, when Conor McGregor was an apprentice plumber, he received the Probation Act for an assault causing harm offense.
2011: Winning Streak Start
During 2011, Conor McGregor started on an eight-fight winning streak.
2012: CWFC Double Champion
During 2012, Conor McGregor continued his eight-fight winning streak, during which he won both the CWFC Featherweight and Lightweight championships.
2012: CWFC Championship Wins
In 2012, Conor McGregor won the vacant Cage Warriors Fighting Championship (CWFC) Featherweight and Lightweight Championships.
February 2013: Dana White's Dublin Trip
In February 2013, UFC president Dana White visited Dublin and, after meeting with McGregor, offered him a UFC contract.
February 2013: Signing with the UFC
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 by knockout in round one and earning his first "Knockout of the Night" award.
August 2013: Win Against Max Holloway
In August 2013, Conor McGregor won against Max Holloway by unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night 26. After the fight, he was diagnosed with a torn ACL.
July 2014: Victory Against Diego Brandão
On July 2014, Conor McGregor fought Diego Brandão at UFC Fight Night 46 in Dublin, Ireland, winning by TKO in the first round and earning his first "Performance of the Night" award.
September 2014: Victory Against Dustin Poirier
On 27 September 2014, Conor McGregor faced Dustin Poirier at UFC 178, winning by TKO in the first round and earning his second "Performance of the Night" award.
2014: Initial Bout with Poirier
In 2014, Conor McGregor initially fought Dustin Poirier.
January 2015: Victory Against Dennis Siver
On 18 January 2015, Conor McGregor faced Dennis Siver at UFC Fight Night 59. He won the fight via TKO in the second round, also earning McGregor his third straight "Performance of the Night" award.
January 2015: Aldo Fight Announcement and World Tour
On 30 January 2015, the fight between Conor McGregor and José Aldo was announced at UFC 183, leading to a 12-day world tour visiting eight cities in five countries.
January 2015: Aldo Fight Announcement
On 30 January 2015, the highly anticipated bout with José Aldo was announced at the UFC 183 Q&A.
July 2015: Scheduled Fight with Aldo
In July 2015, Conor McGregor was expected to face José Aldo at UFC 189 for the undisputed UFC Featherweight Championship.
2015: McGregor accused of racially taunting José Aldo
In 2015, ahead of his bout with José Aldo, McGregor was accused of racially taunting Aldo.
February 2016: Press Conference with Nate Diaz
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: Scuffle with Nate Diaz
In March 2016, at the pre-fight press conference for UFC 196, Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz engaged in a brief scuffle after McGregor landed a strike on Diaz's lead hand.
June 2016: McGregor's reaction to Ali's Death
In June 2016, after Muhammad Ali died, McGregor stated that "nobody will ever come close to [Ali's] greatness".
November 2016: Time Off Announcement
After winning the lightweight championship at UFC 205, in November 2016 Conor McGregor announced he would take time off from the UFC to wait for the birth of his first child.
November 2016: UFC Lightweight Championship
In November 2016, Conor McGregor defeated Eddie Alvarez at UFC 205 and won the UFC Lightweight Championship, becoming the first to hold two UFC championships simultaneously.
June 2017: Agreement with Floyd Mayweather Jr.
On 14 June 2017, After months of negotiations, Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather Jr. came to terms and announced their boxing match to take place on 26 August.
June 2017: McGregor vs. Mayweather Boxing Match Announced
On 14 June 2017, it was announced that McGregor would compete in his first professional boxing match against Floyd Mayweather Jr. in August 2017.
August 2017: McGregor's First Professional Boxing Match
In August 2017, Conor McGregor competed in his first professional boxing match against Floyd Mayweather Jr. on August 26, 2017 at T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada.
August 2017: McGregor vs. Mayweather compete for WBC Money Belt
In August 2017, it was announced that Mayweather and McGregor would compete for the WBC Money Belt. Mayweather reportedly earned around $280 million overall, while McGregor came out with earning $130 million from the match.
November 2017: McGregor pleads guilty to speeding
In November 2017, McGregor pleaded guilty to exceeding the speed limit in Rathcoole, County Dublin, and was fined €400.
November 2017: McGregor's behavior at Bellator 187
On 10 November 2017, McGregor jumped the cage at Bellator 187 to celebrate his teammate's win, confronted the referee, and checked on the downed opponent, leading to controversy.
2017: Boxing Debut
In 2017, Conor McGregor transitioned to boxing, making his professional debut against Floyd Mayweather Jr., where he was defeated via TKO in the 10th round.
2017: Boxing Bout with Floyd Mayweather Jr.
In 2017, Conor McGregor's boxing bout with Floyd Mayweather Jr. drew over 5.3 million buys across the United States and the United Kingdom.
2017: McGregor accused of racism towards Floyd Mayweather Jr.
In 2017, McGregor was accused of racism after taunting Floyd Mayweather Jr. ahead of their boxing match, including telling him to "Dance for me, boy."
2017: Endorsement deals rounded up to $7 million
In 2017, McGregor's endorsement deals rounded up to $7 million with Beats by Dre, Monster Energy, Reebok and Bud Light.
April 2018: Nurmagomedov Confronts Lobov
In April 2018, Khabib Nurmagomedov confronted Artem Lobov, a member of McGregor's team, leading to tensions that would later escalate at UFC 229.
April 2018: 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. Lobov is known to be close to McGregor, with whom Nurmagomedov has had altercations and trash talk exchanges.
April 2018: McGregor attacks bus at UFC 223
On 5 April 2018, McGregor and a group attacked a bus carrying UFC 223 fighters, including throwing a metal dolly at the window, injuring Michael Chiesa and Ray Borg.
April 2018: McGregor Hires Bruce Mafeo as Lawyer
On April 12, 2018, Conor McGregor hired Bruce Mafeo of Cozen O'Connor to represent him regarding his charges of assault and criminal mischief.
June 2018: McGregor Released on Bail
In June 2018, Conor McGregor was released on $50,000 bail until June 14 following charges of assault, criminal mischief, menacing, and reckless endangerment related to an incident at the Barclays Center.
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, named after his Crumlin neighborhood.
September 2018: Chiesa Sues McGregor
On September 12, 2018, Michael Chiesa announced a lawsuit against Conor McGregor, claiming he experienced pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life as a result of McGregor's attack.
October 2018: Post-Fight Brawl at UFC 229
Following the fight at UFC 229 on October 6, 2018, Khabib Nurmagomedov initiated a brawl by jumping out of the cage and attacking Dillon Danis, McGregor's training partner. McGregor was also involved in a scuffle with members of Nurmagomedov's team.
October 2018: NSAC Complaint and Ban
In October 2018, the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) filed a formal complaint against both Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov, and McGregor received an indefinite ban following the UFC 229 brawl.
November 2018: McGregor pleads guilty to speeding
In November 2018, McGregor pleaded guilty to speeding in Kill, County Kildare, and was fined €1,000 and disqualified from driving for six months.
December 2018: Alleged Assault and Rape
In December 2018, Conor McGregor allegedly assaulted and raped a woman, which led to a civil case in the Irish High Court.
December 2018: Police Investigation into Sexual Assault Allegations
In December 2018, Conor McGregor was under investigation by the Garda Síochána (police) following allegations of a sexual assault on a woman in a Dublin hotel.
December 2018: Official Hearing by NSAC
In December 2018, the official hearing regarding the bans for Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov took place before the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC).
December 2018: Alleged Violent Assault
In December 2018, there was an alleged violent assault that took place in Dublin, which was brought to court years later.
December 2018: Assault and rape Dublin court case
In light of a 2024 Dublin court case, McGregor was found to have assaulted and raped a woman in December 2018. As a result Proximo Spirits announced it would no longer use McGregor's name or image on the drink.
2018: Forbes Ranking
In 2018, Conor McGregor was ranked fourth on Forbes' list of highest-paid athletes, with a reported income of $99 million.
2018: Prior Convictions Revealed
In 2018, it was revealed that Conor McGregor had 18 prior convictions dating back to 2009, with the majority being for driving offences.
2018: Initial Alleged Sexual Assault
In December 2018, there was an alleged sexual assault involving Conor McGregor. A civil claim for damages was later launched in the High Court.
January 2019: McGregor Receives Suspension and Fine
On January 29, 2019, the NSAC announced a six-month suspension for Conor McGregor (retroactive to 6 October 2018) and a $50,000 fine due to his involvement in the UFC 229 post-fight brawl.
March 2019: McGregor arrested for attacking a fan in Miami
In March 2019, McGregor was arrested in Miami Beach for attacking a fan taking a picture with a cellphone, resulting in charges of strong-armed robbery and criminal mischief.
March 2019: New York Times Reports Investigation
In March 2019, The New York Times reported that Conor 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: First Retirement Announcement
On 26 March 2019, Conor McGregor announced his retirement from MMA on social media.
April 2019: McGregor Eligible to Compete Again
On April 6, 2019, Conor McGregor became eligible to compete again after serving his six-month suspension from the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC).
April 2019: McGregor assaults a man at the Marble Arch pub
On April 6, 2019, McGregor had previously assaulted a man at the Marble Arch pub.
August 2019: Video Surfaces of McGregor Punching Man in Pub
On August 15, 2019, TMZ Sports published a video showing Conor McGregor punching an older man at The Marble Arch Pub in Dublin on April 6 after the man repeatedly declined McGregor's offer of a shot of his whiskey.
October 2019: Second Allegation of Sexual Assault Reported
In October 2019, a second allegation of sexual assault was reported against Conor McGregor, regarding an assault on a woman in a car alleged to have taken place earlier that month.
October 2019: McGregor Appears in Court for Assault Charge
On October 11, 2019, Conor McGregor first appeared in court on an assault charge related to punching a man in a Dublin pub.
January 2020: Victory Against Donald Cerrone
On 18 January 2020, Conor McGregor faced Donald Cerrone at UFC 246, winning by TKO in 40 seconds and earning a Performance of the Night award.
June 2020: Second Retirement Announcement
On 6 June 2020, Conor McGregor announced his second retirement from fighting.
2020: McGregor purchases the Black Forge Inn
In 2020, McGregor purchased a pub in South Dublin, renaming it to the Black Forge Inn.
January 2021: Civil Claim Launched for 2018 Alleged Assault
In January 2021, after prosecutors declined to prosecute Conor McGregor for the 2018 alleged sexual assault, a civil claim for damages was launched in the High Court.
January 2021: Loss to Dustin Poirier
On 24 January 2021, Conor McGregor faced Dustin Poirier at UFC 257, losing by TKO in the second round and receiving a 6-month medical suspension.
July 2021: Third Fight Against Dustin Poirier
On 10 July 2021, Conor McGregor faced Dustin Poirier for a third time at UFC 264, losing by TKO in round one due to a broken lower tibia.
October 2021: McGregor Allegedly Assaults Francesco Facchinetti
On October 17, 2021, Conor McGregor allegedly assaulted Francesco Facchinetti, an Italian musician and TV presenter, in a nightclub in Rome, breaking Facchinetti's nose. Facchinetti filed charges a few days later.
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 sells 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 a second pub
In 2021, McGregor purchased a second pub, the Marble Arch.
2021: Lobov sues McGregor for proceeds from whiskey deal
In late November 2022, Artem Lobov sued McGregor, seeking five percent of the proceeds from the $600 million whiskey deal conducted in 2021.
2021: McGregor officially launched Forged Irish Stout
McGregor officially launched Forged Irish Stout in 2021.
March 2022: Pre-Trial Discovery Order Against McGregor
In March 2022, the High Court made a pre-trial discovery order against Conor McGregor, requiring the Gardaí to disclose certain information and documents gathered by them regarding the 2018 allegations.
March 2022: McGregor arrested for driving offences
On 22 March 2022, McGregor was arrested in Dublin and charged with six driving offences, including dangerous driving, and his car was seized.
March 2022: McGregor appears in court
On 23 June 2022, McGregor appeared in Blanchardstown District Court in relation to the events on 22 March 2022 and was remanded on continuing bail pending "further charges".
April 2022: McGregor scheduled to appear in court
In April 2022, McGregor was scheduled to appear before Blanchardstown district court in relation to his March arrest for driving offenses.
June 2022: McGregor appears in court
On 23 June 2022, McGregor appeared in Blanchardstown District Court in relation to the events on 22 March 2022 and was remanded on continuing bail pending "further charges".
July 2022: Alleged Assault on Yacht in Ibiza
On July 22, 2022, an alleged assault occurred aboard Conor McGregor's yacht in Ibiza, Spain, where a woman claimed she was berated and physically assaulted during his birthday party.
August 2022: Lobov alleges McGregor initially wanted vodka
In an August 2022 interview, Artem Lobov alleged that McGregor initially planned to create a vodka product, but Lobov pitched the idea of whiskey instead and also handled background study and business deals.
September 2022: McGregor charged with 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.
November 2022: Lobov sues McGregor for proceeds from whiskey deal
In late November 2022, Artem Lobov sued McGregor, seeking five percent of the proceeds from the $600 million whiskey deal conducted in 2021.
2022: McGregor cast in Road House remake
In 2022, McGregor was cast alongside Jake Gyllenhaal in a remake of the 1989 film Road House.
2022: The Black Forge Inn is targeted by petrol bombs
In 2022, McGregor's pub, the Black Forge Inn, was targeted by petrol bombs.
January 2023: Accusations of Assault Surface
In January 2023, Conor McGregor was accused of assaulting a woman on his yacht in Ibiza, Spain, in July 2022. The woman gave a formal statement with Irish police, who then shared that statement with their Spanish counterparts.
January 2023: Lobov's defamation lawsuit denied
In January 2023, Lobov's lawsuit against McGregor for defamation, intimidation, and harassment was denied by the judge, and Lobov was ordered to pay legal fees.
January 2023: Trial postponed due to illness
In January 2023, McGregor's defence argued that he could not attend the trial due to illness, and the judge ordered the trial to start on 31 July 2024.
February 2023: Coaching The Ultimate Fighter 31
In February 2023, Conor McGregor coached The Ultimate Fighter 31, with filming starting.
February 2023: Lawsuit Discontinued
In late February 2023, news surfaced that the lawsuit related to the alleged assault on Conor McGregor's yacht was discontinued by the plaintiff, with no further information provided.
June 9, 2023: Alleged Sexual Assault During NBA Finals
On June 9, 2023, it is alleged that Conor McGregor sexually assaulted a woman during an NBA Finals game in Miami. According to court documents, McGregor "intentionally engaged in unlawful sexual contact" with the victim.
June 2023: McGregor Punches Miami Heat Mascot
On June 10, 2023, during Game Four of the NBA Finals in Miami, Florida, Conor McGregor punched the Miami Heat's mascot, Burnie (Heat dancer Chris Brown), twice during a planned skit, sending Brown to the emergency room. McGregor claimed on June 13 that "it was a skit" and that "all is well".
June 2023: Miami Police Investigate Sexual Assault Allegation
On June 11, 2023, Miami police received a report that Conor McGregor had sexually assaulted a woman the previous night in a restroom at the Miami Heat arena, after Game Four of the NBA Finals. The case was dropped on 18 October.
August 2023: Airing of The Ultimate Fighter 31
From May to August 2023, The Ultimate Fighter 31, coached by Conor McGregor, aired on television.
November 2023: McGregor criticises Taoiseach Leo Varadkar
In November 2023, McGregor criticised Taoiseach Leo Varadkar for his views on immigration and his failure to mention Hamas when discussing an Irish hostage's release.
November 2023: McGregor makes anti-immigration statements
In November 2023, in response to a stabbing in Dublin, McGregor made multiple anti-immigration statements on social media, including tweeting that "Ireland is at war".
December 2023: McGregor considers running for President of Ireland
In December 2023, it was reported that McGregor was considering running for President of Ireland, citing dissatisfaction with the allocation of national funds and a feeling that the public is ignored.
2023: Controversial Comments
In 2023, Conor McGregor made controversial comments about the Dublin riots, the Irish government's immigration policy, and race.
April 27, 2024: McGregor becomes part-owner of BKFC
On April 27, 2024, it was announced that McGregor and his company "McGregor Sports and Entertainment" were now part-owners of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC).
June 13, 2024: UFC 303 Fight Cancellation Announcement
On June 13, 2024, the UFC officially announced the cancellation of Conor McGregor's fight against Michael Chandler at UFC 303, citing an injury (broken toe) sustained by McGregor.
June 2024: Attack on Hand's Partner and Home
In June 2024, after the trial, it emerged that Hand's partner had been stabbed and windows were smashed when attackers wearing balaclavas invaded their home. This information was withheld from the jury during the trial.
June 29, 2024: Scheduled Bout against Michael Chandler
On June 29, 2024, Conor McGregor was scheduled to fight in a welterweight bout against Michael Chandler at UFC 303, which was later cancelled due to injury.
July 2024: Trial start date
The start date for the trial was on 31 July 2024.
November 2024: Irish High Court Ruling
In November 2024, the Irish High Court found Conor McGregor liable for assaulting and raping a woman in December 2018, ordering him to pay over €248,000 in damages.
November 2024: Jury Finds McGregor Raped Hand
On November 22, 2024, the jury returned their verdict and found that McGregor had raped Hand. Accordingly, McGregor was ordered to pay Hand nearly €250,000 in damages.
December 2024: Legal Costs Order
In December 2024, Conor McGregor was further ordered to pay approximately €1,500,000 to cover the legal costs of the woman he assaulted and raped in December 2018.
December 2024: McGregor Ordered to Pay Legal Costs
On December 5, 2024, Justice Owens ordered McGregor to pay the entirety of Hand's legal costs, approximately €1,500,000, and said that he may begin contempt of court proceedings against McGregor for his comments about the case on social media after it concluded.
2024: Complaints about Forged Irish Stout upheld
In 2024, complaints about the sexualised nature of Forged Irish Stout's advertising were upheld by the Advertising Standards Authority for Ireland.
2024: Sponsors cease collaboration with McGregor
In 2024, in light of Dublin court case, IO Interactive video game company ceased its collaboration with McGregor, retailers stopped selling his stout and whiskey brands.
2024: Proximo Spirits no longer use McGregor's name
In the aftermath of a 2024 Dublin court case, Proximo Spirits announced it would no longer use McGregor's name or image on the Proper No. Twelve drink.
