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Daily Mirror
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Conor McGregor's new look sparks concern among fans for UFC star
McGregor has not fought since his loss to Dustin Poirier in 2021, but has been training consistently over the past few months amid talk of a potential return to the cage Conor McGregor has sparked worry amongst supporters after flaunting a rather bizarre new haircut on social media. The former dual-weight UFC champion has not fought since his defeat to long-time rival Dustin Poirier in 2021. He was scheduled to stage a spectacular comeback against former Bellator world champion Michael Chandler last year, but withdrew from the contest after picking up an injury in training. While the Irishman has voiced his eagerness to return to the UFC, nothing has been confirmed officially as yet. The 37-year-old has been maintaining consistent training over recent months amid speculation of a potential octagon return. The 'Notorious' recently posted on social media once more, though not to display his punishing workout routine, but to unveil his latest trim. McGregor appeared to opt for the Chuck Liddell look as he is now sporting a mohawk. Several fans rushed to the comments section - with the UFC faithful left stunned by the Irishman's hairstyle selection, reports All Out Fighting. One supporter posted on X - previously Twitter - writing: "Just looking worse and worse everyday," whilst another remarked: "Dude is so done." A third user stated: "Something's wrong with McGregor." Another responded: "I can't look at him in the eyes anymore." One fan remarked: "I think the old Conor would be disgusted with who he is today," while another responded: "Yup, we've officially lost him." A seventh user posted: "He's never coming back." Fans were quick to compare his new look to that of Yondu Udonta - a character from Guardians of the Galaxy. Despite his unusual haircut, McGregor is preparing for a potential return to the cage soon and is scheduled to meet with UFC boss Dana White. It's been some time since they had formal discussions, but plans are in place for a meeting. Both will be in Italy in the next few days, planning a brief meeting where McGregor's comeback could be the main topic. White recently celebrated his 56th birthday. Given McGregor's close ties with the UFC chief, the Irishman sent the American a batch of his new cigars, set to be distributed worldwide in the coming weeks. Last week, White shared a video on his Instagram story of him holding the gift, writing: "Thank you @thenotoriousmma." He also hinted at something else, adding: "See you in Italy," suggesting that talks might be imminent. When is Conor McGregor's next fight? Recently, US President Donald Trump announced his plans to host a historic UFC event at the White House next year. Following this announcement, numerous fighters expressed their eagerness to participate in the historic card, including McGregor. The 37-year-old took to social media and posted: "Happy 4th of July, USA. Excited with President Trump announcing a UFC fight event at the White House! I would be honoured! Count me in! !" UFC boss Dana White also appears to support the idea after McGregor shared a conversation with him. The Irishman sent the UFC chief several voice notes, seemingly related to the proposed White House event, to which White responded: "I love it!". McGregor later reiterated his comments during a recent BKFC event, stating: "It's looking like I'm headed to the Oval Office again. That's where I'm headed next." White recently suggested that the 'Notorious' could fight alongside former heavyweight champion Jon Jones, who has just come out of retirement. "McGregor has gotten himself to a point where he is and will be, whether he stops fighting or not, one of the biggest superstars in sports, period. He's gotten to a level of success in his life where he has to, I think, be motivated by something," White said on the Full Send podcast.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Was Dustin Poirier thinking the same thing we all were when he jumped for the guillotine?
The legendary Dustin Poirier closes the day after his retirement war with Max Holloway at UFC 318. He discusses ending his career in Louisiana, jumping the gilly, Lil Wayne's walkout, filming "Fightville 2," and more.
Forbes
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
UFC Fans React To Retired Legend Being Officially Removed From Roster
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - JULY 19: Detail view of the gloves of Dustin Poirier on the canvas after ... More the BMF championship bout during the UFC 318 event at Smoothie King Center on July 19, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Zuffa LLC) Dustin Poirier officially retired after his unanimous decision loss to Max Holloway on Saturday, July 19, at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. The entire event was built around Poirier's retirement fight, and the energy in the building was felt throughout the card. We all watched Poirier's heartfelt post-fight interview and the things he's said on the Ariel Helwani show and other media, but the finality of Poirier no longer fighting in MMA hit some UFC fans when UFC Roster News posted their update on X. This was a GIF-heavy string of reactions. There are more than 125 comments on the post, and the vast majority of them feature someone weeping. One fan posted a GIF from Berserk with the caption, 'my favorite fighter of ALL TIME GOAT.' Another one used a GIF from Dragon Ball to express their feelings about the situation. The GIF is of Vegeta being upset when he finds he is unable to go Super Saiyan, and he's standing dejected in the rain. Another said, 'won't be the same without him.' Another posted a GIF with a series of famous people crying, with Los Angeles Lakers icon LeBron James featured prominently. Poirier walks away from MMA competition with a 30-10 mark with one no contest. While Poirier never won an undisputed title in the UFC, he was the interim champion. His résumé is about as Hall-of-Fame worthy as anyone who never held undisputed gold. If you question Poirier's fitness for the Hall, I've got two words for you: 'Donald Cerrone.' WWE fans thought that was going somewhere else. How can a fighter have these wins and not be in the UFC Hall of Fame?Dustin Poirier – 5 Biggest Wins ATLANTA, GA - APRIL 13: (L-R) UFC President Dana White places the interim lightweight championship ... More belt on Dustin Poirier after defeating Max Holloway in their interim lightweight championship bout during the UFC 236 event at State Farm Arena on April 13, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images) Poirier defeated Holloway by unanimous decision in a five-round war to win the Interim Lightweight Championship. It was a rematch nearly seven years in the making and one of the best fights of 2019, earning Fight of the Night honors. ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - JANUARY 23: (R-L) Dustin Poirier points at Conor McGregor of ... More Ireland in a lightweight fight during the UFC 257 event inside Etihad Arena on UFC Fight Island on January 23, 2021 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC) Poirier shocked the world by becoming the first man to knock out McGregor in MMA, finishing him in the second round with a barrage of punches after crippling leg kicks set the VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 10: (L-R) Dustin Poirier punches Conor McGregor of Ireland during the UFC ... More 264 event at T-Mobile Arena on July 10, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC) In their trilogy bout, Poirier earned a TKO win when McGregor suffered a broken leg at the end of Round 1. Though the ending was anticlimactic, Poirier was dominating the fight before the injury and moved to 2-1 in the rivalry. There was no doubt Poirier was going to YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 12: (L-R) Dustin Poirier works for a submission against Michael ... More Chandler during the UFC 281 event at Madison Square Garden on November 12, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Zuffa LLC) After surviving early chaos and heavy shots, Poirier submitted Chandler via rear-naked choke in Round 3. The win solidified his standing as a top contender and showcased his grit and AZ - APRIL 14: (L-R) Dustin Poirier defeats Justin Gaethje in their lightweight fight ... More during the UFC Fight Night event at the Gila Rivera Arena on April 14, 2018 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images) In one of the wildest fights in UFC history, Poirier stopped Gaethje via TKO in Round 4 after a back-and-forth brawl filled with leg kicks, power punches, and nonstop pressure from both men. It was a turning point that launched Poirier's run to the interim belt. Poirier established himself as a fighter's fighter and that's what fans loved most about him. I can't wait for his HOF induction. Shine bright Diamond.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Dustin Poirier's boxing coach pinpoints when Max Holloway fight was 'getting away from us'
NEW ORLEANS – Dyah Davis did his best to urge Dustin Poirier into more exchanges with Max Holloway at UFC 318, but ultimately it wasn't enough. Poirier (30-10 MMA, 22-9 UFC) came up short of his fairytale retirement end this past Saturday when he dropped a unanimous decision to Holloway (27-8 MMA, 23-8 UFC) in their BMF title trilogy bout in front of a raucous home state crowd in Louisiana. It was a largely thrilling affair, with Poirier getting hurt by strikes in the first and second rounds before nearly scoring a wild finish of his own late in Round 2. It was during that time where Davis, who served as a longtime boxing coach to Davis, started to see where the fight was really trending, and did his best to alter it. "I felt like I needed more volume," Davis told MMA Junkie. "We had to keep up with Max's pace. There were instances in the fight where I was asking him to be first, or, 'If you land a good shot to follow it up. You've got to test the water to see if the guy is hurt. You land a big shot, you've got to follow up and put him away.' In between rounds I was asking for more volume. "After Round 2, I kind of felt like the fight was getting away from us a little bit. I was trying to be instrumental in the corner to make sure he could go out there and change the direction of the fight. Even though he almost finished him in the second, going into Round 3 and Round 4, the writing was a little bit on the wall. In order to try to change the trajectory of the fight, I needed more output." Poirier, 36, couldn't deliver that output and lost by 48-47, 49-46 and 49-46 scorecards. Holloway outlanded him 198-to-109 in significant strikes, with each being credited with one knockdown. "I try to watch the fight from an unbiased eye," Davis said. "Max's volume and body work was on display. He was busier. He was getting off and he was mobile, so he was able to get off his shots and then move. It kind of felt like we were almost chasing him a little bit and not able to get off when he was in position to punch." Although everyone on Poirier's team would've like to see him win the retirement fight, the result was somewhat inconsequential when "The Diamond" put down the gloves and was celebrated for his career. Davis has been there for much of the journey, with Poirier's knockout of Conor McGregor at UFC 257 in January 2021 being a distinct moment. Their personal relationship will go on, but Davis admits the process leading up to his farewell bout and the subsequent aftermath has led to much emotional turbulence. "Leading up this fight it's been bittersweet," Davis said. "We know he's had a monumental career and it's coming to an end, but he deserves to see what's on the other side of it. He's been at this for a very long time. It's bittersweet, but I'm happy." This article originally appeared on MMA Junkie: Dustin Poirier's boxing coach pinpoints errors in UFC retirement loss
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Dustin Poirier's boxing coach pinpoints when Max Holloway fight was 'getting away from us'
NEW ORLEANS – Dyah Davis did his best to urge Dustin Poirier into more exchanges with Max Holloway at UFC 318, but ultimately it wasn't enough. Poirier (30-10 MMA, 22-9 UFC) came up short of his fairytale retirement end this past Saturday when he dropped a unanimous decision to Holloway (27-8 MMA, 23-8 UFC) in their BMF title trilogy bout in front of a raucous home state crowd in Louisiana. It was a largely thrilling affair, with Poirier getting hurt by strikes in the first and second rounds before nearly scoring a wild finish of his own late in Round 2. It was during that time where Davis, who served as a longtime boxing coach to Davis, started to see where the fight was really trending, and did his best to alter it. "I felt like I needed more volume," Davis told MMA Junkie. "We had to keep up with Max's pace. There were instances in the fight where I was asking him to be first, or, 'If you land a good shot to follow it up. You've got to test the water to see if the guy is hurt. You land a big shot, you've got to follow up and put him away.' In between rounds I was asking for more volume. "After Round 2, I kind of felt like the fight was getting away from us a little bit. I was trying to be instrumental in the corner to make sure he could go out there and change the direction of the fight. Even though he almost finished him in the second, going into Round 3 and Round 4, the writing was a little bit on the wall. In order to try to change the trajectory of the fight, I needed more output." Poirier, 36, couldn't deliver that output and lost by 48-47, 49-46 and 49-46 scorecards. Holloway outlanded him 198-to-109 in significant strikes, with each being credited with one knockdown. "I try to watch the fight from an unbiased eye," Davis said. "Max's volume and body work was on display. He was busier. He was getting off and he was mobile, so he was able to get off his shots and then move. It kind of felt like we were almost chasing him a little bit and not able to get off when he was in position to punch." Although everyone on Poirier's team would've like to see him win the retirement fight, the result was somewhat inconsequential when "The Diamond" put down the gloves and was celebrated for his career. Davis has been there for much of the journey, with Poirier's knockout of Conor McGregor at UFC 257 in January 2021 being a distinct moment. Their personal relationship will go on, but Davis admits the process leading up to his farewell bout and the subsequent aftermath has led to much emotional turbulence. "Leading up this fight it's been bittersweet," Davis said. "We know he's had a monumental career and it's coming to an end, but he deserves to see what's on the other side of it. He's been at this for a very long time. It's bittersweet, but I'm happy." This article originally appeared on MMA Junkie: Dustin Poirier's boxing coach pinpoints errors in UFC retirement loss
