History of Conor McGregor in Timeline

Conor McGregor is an Irish professional mixed martial artist, primarily known for his career in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He achieved the distinction of becoming the first UFC fighter to simultaneously hold championships in two weight classes: Featherweight and Lightweight. Before joining the UFC, he was also a simultaneous champion in Cage Warriors Fighting Championship (CWFC) for both Featherweight and Lightweight divisions. McGregor's accomplishments have solidified his status as a prominent figure in mixed martial arts.

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July 1988: Conor McGregor's Birth

In July 1988, Conor Anthony McGregor was born. He would later become a professional mixed martial artist and a former Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Featherweight and Lightweight Champion.

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1989: Release of Road House Film

The original film, Road House was released in 1989.

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2006: Moved to Lucan, Dublin

In 2006, McGregor moved with his family to Lucan, Dublin, where he attended Gaelcholáiste Coláiste Cois Life and commenced a plumbing apprenticeship.

February 2007: Amateur MMA Debut

On 17 February 2007, at the age of 18, 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 technical knockout (TKO) in the first round.

March 2008: First Professional MMA Bout

On 9 March 2008, McGregor had his first professional MMA bout, as a lightweight, defeating Gary Morris with a second-round TKO, marking the start of his professional career.

2008: Professional MMA Debut

In 2008, McGregor began competing professionally in mixed martial arts (MMA), fighting in the lightweight and featherweight divisions.

2008: Training at Straight Blast Gym (SBG)

In 2008, McGregor began training at the Straight Blast Gym (SBG) in Dublin under John Kavanagh, marking a pivotal point in his MMA development.

2008: Relationship with Dee Devlin

Since 2008, McGregor has been in a relationship with his fiancée, Dee Devlin.

2009: Probation Act for Assault Offence

During his court appearance in October 2019, it was revealed that Conor McGregor was given the Probation Act in 2009 for an assault causing harm offence when he was an apprentice plumber.

2011: Winning Streak

During 2011, McGregor began an eight-fight winning streak, demonstrating his growing dominance in the sport.

2012: CWFC Championships

In 2012, McGregor won both the CWFC Featherweight and Lightweight championships, making him the first European professional mixed martial artist to hold titles in two divisions simultaneously.

February 2013: Dana White's Trip to Dublin

In February 2013, UFC president Dana White visited Dublin and, after meeting with McGregor, offered him a contract days later, paving the way for his UFC career.

February 2013: Signing with the UFC

In February 2013, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) announced that they had signed McGregor to a multi-fight contract, marking his entry into the major league of MMA.

April 2013: UFC Debut

On 6 April 2013, 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 Max Holloway

In August 2013, McGregor fought Max Holloway at UFC Fight Night 26, winning by unanimous decision. An MRI scan later revealed he had torn his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and would require surgery.

2013: Signing with the UFC

In 2013, McGregor signed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), marking a major step in his MMA career.

July 2014: Fight Against Diego Brandão

In July 2014, 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: Fight Against Dustin Poirier

On 27 September 2014, McGregor faced Dustin Poirier at UFC 178, securing a victory via TKO in the first round, earning his second straight "Performance of the Night" award and marking Poirier's first UFC loss via KO/TKO.

2014: Rematch with Dustin Poirier Announced

In 2014, it was arranged that McGregor would have a rematch with former opponent Dustin Poirier.

January 2015: Fight Against Dennis Siver

In January 2015, 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: Aldo Fight Announcement and World Tour

In January 2015, the fight against José Aldo was announced at UFC 183, leading to a 12-day world tour covering eight cities in five countries to promote the event.

January 2015: Announcement of Aldo Fight

On 30 January 2015, the highly anticipated bout between McGregor and José Aldo was announced at the UFC 183 Q&A, set for 11 July 2015 at UFC 189 for the undisputed UFC Featherweight Championship.

July 2015: Scheduled Fight against Aldo

In July 2015, McGregor was expected to face José Aldo at UFC 189 for the undisputed UFC Featherweight Championship, marking a highly anticipated event.

2015: Accusations of Racially Taunting José Aldo

In 2015, ahead of his bout with José Aldo, Conor McGregor was accused of racially taunting the Brazilian fighter.

February 2016: Press Conference for UFC 196

In February 2016, a press conference was held to promote the UFC 196 main event between McGregor and Nate Diaz, setting the stage for their welterweight bout.

March 2016: UFC 196 Fight Promotion

In March 2016, McGregor faced Nate Diaz at UFC 196. The pre-fight press conference saw both men trading insults, escalating tensions before the event.

June 2016: McGregor's Reflection on Muhammad Ali's Death

After Muhammad Ali's death in June 2016, Conor McGregor shared his thoughts, stating that "nobody will ever come close to [Ali's] greatness," highlighting Ali as one of his early inspirations.

November 2016: Time Off After UFC 205 Win

After winning the lightweight championship at UFC 205 in November 2016, McGregor announced he would take time off from the UFC to await the birth of his first child.

June 2017: Terms Agreed for Mayweather Fight

After months of negotiations, on 14 June 2017, McGregor and Floyd Mayweather Jr. agreed to terms for a boxing match, officially announcing the highly anticipated event to take place on 26 August.

June 2017: Announcement of Boxing Match Against Floyd Mayweather Jr.

On June 14, 2017, it was announced that Conor McGregor would compete in his first professional boxing match against Floyd Mayweather Jr. The fight was scheduled for August 26, 2017, at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada.

August 2017: Mayweather vs. McGregor Fight Details and Payout

On August 24, 2017, the WBC Money Belt was announced for the Mayweather vs. McGregor fight. Mayweather was guaranteed $100 million, and McGregor was guaranteed $30 million. The fight took place with Mayweather winning via TKO in the 10th round. The event's live gate was over $55.4 million with Mayweather reportedly earning around $280 million overall and McGregor earning $130 million.

August 2017: Boxing Match Against Floyd Mayweather Jr.

On August 26, 2017, Conor McGregor fought Floyd Mayweather Jr. in a boxing match 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.

November 2017: Guilty Plea for Speeding in Rathcoole

In November 2017, Conor McGregor pleaded guilty to exceeding the speed limit in Rathcoole, County Dublin, and was fined €400.

November 2017: Involvement in Bellator 187 Incident

On November 10, 2017, at Bellator 187 in Dublin, Conor McGregor jumped the cage (though not a licensed cornerman) to celebrate his teammate Charlie Ward's win, confronting referee Marc Goddard and checking on the downed opponent John Redmond, knocking him down while he was trying to get up, before the fight was officially declared over.

2017: Accusations of Racism Towards Floyd Mayweather Jr.

In 2017, Conor McGregor was accused of racism after taunting boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. ahead of their August 26 boxing match, including telling him to "Dance for me, boy," and urging the crowd to yell obscenities at Mayweather and his family.

2017: Endorsement Deals Summary

In 2017, Conor McGregor's endorsement deals with Beats by Dre, Monster Energy, Reebok and Bud Light rounded up to $7 million.

2017: Boxing Match against Floyd Mayweather Jr.

In 2017, McGregor transitioned to professional boxing and faced Floyd Mayweather Jr. in a highly publicized bout, which he lost via TKO in the 10th round.

2017: Boxing match against Mayweather generated PPV buys

In 2017, McGregor's boxing match against Floyd Mayweather Jr. generated over 5.3 million pay-per-view buys across the United States and the United Kingdom.

April 2018: Arrest and Charges for Barclays Center Attack

In April 2018, after attacking a bus at the Barclays Center, Conor McGregor turned himself in and was charged with three counts of assault and one count of criminal mischief. He was further charged with menacing and reckless endangerment at his arraignment.

April 2018: Khabib Nurmagomedov's Entourage Confronts Artem Lobov

On April 3, 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.

April 2018: Attack on UFC 223 Bus

On April 5, 2018, during promotional appearances for UFC 223, Conor McGregor and a group attacked a bus carrying Khabib Nurmagomedov and other UFC 223 fighters, injuring Michael Chiesa and Ray Borg, who were subsequently removed from the card.

June 2018: Release on Bail After Barclays Center Incident

Following the Barclays Center incident, Conor McGregor was released on $50,000 bail until June 14, 2018, with permission to travel without restriction under the bail conditions.

September 2018: Launch of Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey

In September 2018, Conor McGregor launched Proper No. Twelve Irish whiskey in Ireland and the United States, named after the Crumlin neighbourhood in Dublin 12 where he grew up.

September 2018: Chiesa's Lawsuit Against McGregor

On September 12, 2018, Michael Chiesa announced a lawsuit against Conor McGregor, citing pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life as a result of the April 2018 attack on the UFC 223 bus.

October 2018: Post-Fight Brawl at UFC 229

Following his fight at UFC 229 on October 6, 2018, Conor McGregor was involved in a post-fight brawl after Khabib Nurmagomedov jumped out of the cage and attacked McGregor's training partner Dillon Danis. McGregor also punched Abubakar Nurmagomedov, leading to a scuffle.

October 2018: NSAC Complaint and Withholding of Nurmagomedov's Payment

Following the fight at UFC 229 on October 6, 2018, the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) filed a formal complaint against both Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov, and voted to release half of Nurmagomedov's $2 million fight payout immediately pending an investigation into his actions.

November 2018: Guilty Plea for Speeding in Kill

In November 2018, Conor McGregor pleaded guilty to speeding in Kill, County Kildare. He was fined €1,000 and disqualified from driving for six months.

December 2018: Sexual Assault Allegation in Dublin Hotel

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: Alleged Assault and Rape in Dublin

In December 2018, Nikita Hand alleged that Conor McGregor violently beat and raped her in Dublin, leading to a trial in November 2024.

December 2018: NSAC Hearing for UFC 229 Brawl

In December 2018, both Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov faced indefinite bans from the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) pending an official hearing regarding the post-fight brawl at UFC 229.

December 2018: Court Case Impact on Sponsors

In light of the 2024 Dublin court case where McGregor was found to have assaulted and raped a woman in December 2018, IO Interactive video game company ceased its collaboration with him, marking the loss of his first sponsor.

December 2018: Court Case Impact on Proper No. Twelve

In the aftermath of a 2024 Dublin court case, in which McGregor was found to have assaulted and raped a woman in December 2018, Proximo Spirits announced it would no longer use McGregor's name or image on the drink Proper No. Twelve.

2018: Prior Convictions Revealed in Court

During his court appearance in October 2019, it was revealed that Conor McGregor had 18 prior convictions from 2009 to 2018, the majority of which were for driving offences.

2018: Assault and Rape Allegations

In 2018, McGregor was involved in a civil case where he was accused of assaulting and raping a woman, leading to legal proceedings years later.

2018: Ranked Fourth Highest-Paid Athlete by Forbes

In 2018, McGregor was ranked fourth highest-paid athlete by Forbes, with earnings of $99 million, showcasing his high income.

2018: Declining Prosecution and Civil Claim Launch

In 2018, after prosecutors declined to prosecute McGregor for the alleged sexual assault, a civil claim for damages was launched in the High Court in January 2021.

January 2019: Suspension and Fine from NSAC

On January 29, 2019, the NSAC announced a six-month suspension for Conor McGregor (retroactive to October 6, 2018) and a $50,000 fine for his involvement in the UFC 229 post-fight brawl.

March 2019: Retirement Announcement

On 26 March 2019, McGregor announced his retirement on social media, though it was viewed by many as a ploy for securing ownership in the UFC.

March 2019: Arrest in Miami Beach for Attacking a Fan

On March 11, 2019, Conor McGregor was arrested outside of the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach, Florida, after he attacked a fan taking a picture with a cellphone. He was charged with strong-armed robbery and criminal mischief and later released on a $5,000 bond.

April 2019: Eligibility to Compete Again

Conor McGregor became eligible to compete again on April 6, 2019, following the conclusion of his six-month suspension from the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC).

April 2019: Assault at the Marble Arch Pub

On 6 April 2019, Conor McGregor assaulted a man at the Marble Arch pub, which he later purchased.

August 2019: Video Surfaces of McGregor Punching Man in a 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, 2019. Irish police opened an investigation.

October 2019: First Court Appearance for Pub Assault

On October 11, 2019, Conor McGregor first appeared in court charged with assault for the incident at The Marble Arch Pub in Dublin. It was revealed that McGregor had 18 prior convictions from 2009 to 2018.

January 2020: Fight Against Donald Cerrone

In January 2020, after over a year away from the Octagon, McGregor faced Donald Cerrone in a welterweight bout at UFC 246, winning via technical knockout in 40 seconds and earning a Performance of the Night award.

June 2020: Second Retirement Announcement

On 6 June 2020, McGregor announced his second retirement from fighting, adding another layer of uncertainty to his career.

September 2020: Arrest in Corsica for Alleged Attempted Sexual Assault

On 10 September 2020, Conor McGregor was arrested on the French island of Corsica on suspicion of attempted sexual assault and indecent exposure for an incident alleged to have taken place in a bar. He was later released without charge.

2020: Purchase of The Black Forge Inn

In 2020, McGregor purchased a pub in South Dublin, renaming it to the Black Forge Inn.

January 2021: Loss to Dustin Poirier

In January 2021, McGregor faced Dustin Poirier in a rematch at UFC 257, losing the fight via technical knockout in the second round, marking the first knockout loss in his career.

July 2021: Loss to Dustin Poirier Due to Injury

On 10 July 2021, McGregor faced Dustin Poirier for a third time at UFC 264, losing the fight via technical knockout in round one after the ringside doctor stopped the bout due to McGregor's broken lower tibia.

October 2021: Alleged Assault on 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 against McGregor a few days later.

2021: Forged Irish Stout Launch

In 2021, Conor McGregor officially launched Forged Irish Stout.

2021: Highest-Paid Athlete

In 2021, McGregor was ranked as the world's highest-paid athlete by Forbes, earning a reported $180 million, highlighting his financial success.

2021: Sale of Majority Stake in Proper No. Twelve

In 2021, it was reported that Conor McGregor and his business partners sold their majority stake in the Proper No. Twelve company to Proximo Spirits for a reported $600 million.

2021: Proceeds from Proper No. Twelve Deal

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.

2021: Purchase of the Marble Arch Pub

McGregor purchased a second pub in 2021, the Marble Arch, where he had previously assaulted a man in April 2019.

March 2022: Arrest for Driving Offences in Dublin

On March 22, 2022, Conor McGregor was arrested in Dublin and charged with six driving offences, including dangerous driving, being uninsured, having no license, and failing to produce documents. His car was seized, but he was later released on bail, and his car was returned.

April 2022: Scheduled Court Appearance

In April 2022, Conor McGregor was scheduled to appear before Blanchardstown district court regarding his March 2022 arrest. If convicted, he could face a fine, imprisonment, or both.

June 2022: Court Appearance for Driving Offences

On June 23, 2022, Conor McGregor appeared in Blanchardstown District Court regarding the incidents of March 22, 2022. He was remanded on continuing bail pending "further charges" as part of a dangerous driving prosecution.

July 2022: Accusation of Assault on Yacht

In July 2022, a woman accused Conor McGregor of assaulting her aboard his yacht in Ibiza, Spain, during his birthday party. She claimed she was verbally abused and physically assaulted, leading her to jump off the yacht and sustain a broken arm.

August 2022: Lobov's Allegations Regarding Whiskey Idea

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.

September 2022: Additional Charge for Driving Offences

On September 8, 2022, Conor McGregor was charged with an additional charge of careless driving, adding to the six charges he already faced over the incident on March 22, 2022.

November 2022: Lobov Sues McGregor

In late November 2022, news surfaced that Lobov had sued McGregor, seeking five percent of the proceeds of the $600 million deal conducted in 2021.

2022: Cast in Road House Remake

In 2022, Conor McGregor was cast along with Jake Gyllenhaal in a remake of the 1989 film Road House.

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2022: Attack on the Black Forge Inn

In 2022, the Black Forge Inn, owned by Conor McGregor, was targeted by petrol bombs.

January 2023: Lawsuit Denial and Legal Fees Order

In January 2023, the defamation, intimidation, and harassment lawsuit filed by Artem Lobov against Conor McGregor was denied by the judge, and Lobov was ordered to pay the legal fees.

January 2023: Trial Date Set and Postponed

In January 2023, the trial for Conor McGregor's driving offences was originally set to begin. However, it was postponed after McGregor's defense stated he was unwell. The trial was then ordered to start on July 31, 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. His opposing coach was Michael Chandler. Filming for the show commenced during this month.

June 9, 2023: Sexual Assault Allegation at NBA Finals

On June 9, 2023, McGregor allegedly sexually assaulted a 49-year-old woman in a bathroom at the Kaseya Center, home of the Miami Heat, during an NBA Finals game. A lawsuit was filed against McGregor on January 15, 2025.

June 2023: NBA Finals Mascot Incident

On 10 June 2023, Conor McGregor appeared at Game Four of the 2023 NBA Finals in Miami, Florida, to promote his pain relief spray in a planned skit with the Miami Heat's mascot, Burnie. McGregor proceeded to punch the man wearing the mascot costume twice, resulting in the man being treated in a local hospital emergency room. Most of the crowd booed McGregor for his actions.

June 2023: Allegation of Sexual Assault at Miami Heat Arena

On 11 June 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 later 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. The airing concluded in August 2023.

November 2023: Anti-Immigration Statements and Investigation

In November 2023, following the stabbing of a woman and three children in Dublin, Conor McGregor made multiple anti-immigration statements on social media, leading to a criminal probe into incitement to hatred. The Twitter posts were later deleted.

November 2023: Criticism of Taoiseach Leo Varadkar

On 26 November 2023, Conor McGregor criticized then Taoiseach Leo Varadkar for his views on immigration and for his failure to mention the Palestinian militant group Hamas when he wrote about an Irish hostage released by the group.

December 2023: Consideration of Running for President of Ireland

In December 2023, it was reported that Conor McGregor was considering running for the office of President of Ireland. Elon Musk commented "Not a bad idea." on X.

2023: Controversial Comments on Dublin Riots

In 2023, McGregor made comments on the Dublin riots and immigration policy in Ireland, sparking controversy due to the sensitive nature of the issues.

April 2024: Part-owner of BKFC

On April 2024, it was announced that McGregor and his company "McGregor Sports and Entertainment" were now part-owners of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC).

June 2024: Attack on Nikita Hand's Partner

In June 2024, Nikita Hand's partner was stabbed, and their home was invaded by attackers wearing balaclavas who smashed windows. This information was withheld from the jury during the trial against McGregor.

June 2024: Cancellation of UFC 303 Fight

In June 2024, specifically on June 13th, the UFC officially announced the cancellation of Conor McGregor's scheduled welterweight bout against Michael Chandler at UFC 303, originally set for June 29th, 2024. The cancellation was attributed to an injury (broken toe) sustained by McGregor.

July 2024: Sentencing for Driving Offences

In July 2024, Conor McGregor received a two-year driving ban and a five-month suspended sentence for his driving offences, on condition that he keeps the peace for two years.

November 2024: Civil Case Ruling for Assault and Rape

In November 2024, an Irish High Court ruled in a civil case that McGregor had assaulted and raped a woman in 2018, ordering him to pay over €248,000 in damages.

November 2024: Verdict in Rape Trial

On 22 November 2024, the jury in the High Court in Dublin found that Conor McGregor had raped Nikita Hand in December 2018. McGregor was ordered to pay Hand nearly €250,000 in damages.

December 2024: Ordered to Pay Legal Costs

In December 2024, McGregor was ordered to pay the victim's legal costs, amounting to approximately €1,500,000, following the civil court ruling.

December 2024: Legal Costs Order and Contempt Proceedings

On 5 December 2024, Justice Owens ordered Conor McGregor to pay the entirety of Nikita Hand's legal costs, approximately €1,500,000, and stated that he may begin contempt of court proceedings against McGregor for his social media comments about the case after it concluded.

2024: Delisting of McGregor-Linked Drinks

Following a 2024 Dublin court case, in which McGregor was found to have assaulted and raped a woman in December 2018, Musgrave delisted McGregor-linked drinks, leading to SuperValu, Costcutter, Centra, and Carry Out ceasing to sell McGregor's Forged Irish Stout and Proper No. Twelve whiskey. Tesco and Ocado additionally pulled all alcoholic products associated with McGregor from their stores.

2024: Advertising Standards Authority upheld complaints

In 2024, complaints about the sexualised nature of Forged Irish Stout's advertising were upheld by the Advertising Standards Authority for Ireland.

March 2025: Intention to Stand in Irish Presidential Election

In March 2025, McGregor announced his intention to stand as an independent candidate in the 2025 Irish presidential election and expressed views dubbed anti-immigration, far-right, and national populist.

March 2025: McGregor Not 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 stabbings in Dublin.

March 2025: White House Visit and Political Aspirations

On 17 March 2025, Conor McGregor visited the White House in Washington DC at the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump, for a Saint Patrick's Day event. During the visit, he made controversial comments about immigration and announced his intention to stand as an independent candidate in the 2025 Irish presidential election.