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Yahoo
18-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Eyeing trilogy fight, Nate Diaz wants Conor McGregor to return
Nate Diaz and Conor McGregor have a storied history. They've fought twice with each winning one. Diaz stepped up on 10-days notice to face McGregor at UFC 196 in March 2016 after McGregor's original opponent then-lightweight champion Rafael Dos Anjos was a forced out due to a broken foot. Diaz submitted McGregor, handing the Irishman his first UFC loss. The two rematched five months later at UFC 202. McGregor avenged the loss, defeating Diaz via majority decision. Neither Diaz nor McGregor are still competing in the UFC although McGregor remains under contract with the fight promotion. If Diaz had his choice, McGregor would be his next opponent. "If I could fight anybody right now I would fight, with all due respect to them, if Conor McGregor came back and did some f**king sh*t. Conor McGregor. There ain't nobody else to fight really right now," Diaz said on Out Cold with Chuck Liddell. "I would like for him to come back and impress everybody first. Not that he needs to, but it would be good to see him back. Everybody is hating on him and I'd like to beat up somebody on top of the world and I think he's got the capability to do that."McGregor last fought at UFC 264 four years ago in July 2021, losing to Dustin Poirier after suffering a broken leg in the final seconds of the opening round. He's teased an octagon return several times and was expected to face Michael Chandler in the UFC 303 main event in June 2024. The two coached opposite each other on The Ultimate Fighter 31, but McGregor pulled out of the fight citing a toe injury. The Irishman has rejuvenated speculation of a return by re-entering the anti-doping testing pool after President Donald Trump announced plans to host a UFC event on the White House grounds in 2026.
USA Today
16-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Nate Diaz still eyes Conor McGregor trilogy: 'There ain't nobody else to fight'
Nate Diaz still wants to settle the score with Conor McGregor all these years later. Diaz (21-13 MMA, 16-11 UFC) and McGregor (22-6 MMA, 10-4 UFC) fought twice before, with Diaz scoring an upset submission at UFC 196 in March 2016, and McGregor avenging his loss with a majority decision in their rematch at UFC 202. Both Diaz and McGregor have been inactive from the octagon. Diaz amicably parted ways with the UFC after submitting Tony Ferguson in September 2022 but is still interested in a potential return. Meanwhile, McGregor hasn't competed since breaking his leg in a TKO loss to Dustin Poirier in July 2021. "If I could fight anybody right now, I would fight – with all due respect to them, if Conor McGregor came back and did some f*cking sh*t, Conor McGregor," Diaz said on the "Out Cold" podcast. "There ain't nobody else to fight really right now. I would like for him to come back and just impress everybody first. Not that he needs to, but it would be great to see him back. Everybody's hating on him. I'd like to beat up somebody on top of the world, and I think he's got the capability to do that." The only other name Diaz sees as worthy in the UFC is lightweight champion Ilia Topuria (17-0 MMA, 9-0 UFC), and the Stockton native is also interested in some boxing stars. "Then that little Ilia Topuria, he's doing a really good job," Diaz said. "He's a little small for me, but I think those two are probably the best fights. And then on the boxing side, obviously Canelo or Crawford. I ain't asking for nothing, but when I whoop someone's ass, I'm going to get them motherf*ckers, too, with all due respect. So, that's my plan." Diaz last competed a year ago in July 2024, defeating Jorge Masvidal by majority decision in a boxing.
Time of India
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Conor McGregor net worth: Once a plumber, how Irish professional fighter makes millions now
Irish professional fighter Conor McGregor has sparked controversy once again after he was reportedly spotted kissing a mystery woman on a beach in Florida. The former UFC champ, who hasn't stepped into the octagon in nearly four years, started his professional career after he left the job of a plumber. The Irish professional fighter, who started his career after he left the job of a plumber, has a net worth of $200 million Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads What is Conor McGregor's net worth? Conor McGregor is back in the headlines again, and this time he was purportedly seen kissing a mystery woman on a Florida beach, sparking massive speculation online. What surprised his fans was McGregor kissed an unidentified woman despite being engaged with Dee Devlin. McGregor has been engaged to Dee Devlin since 2020 and they have four former UFC champ sent social media users into a frenzy after pictures of him getting cozy with a mystery woman sparked storm online in Fort Lauderdale. The pictures show Conor McGregor laying out a towel for her, wrapping his arm around her and totally unbothered by the attention—especially from other women twist took fans by surprise when Dee Devlin responded to the entire controversy by putting out a post on social media. She took to Instagram to share a fan post for his birthday that said, 'Happy Birthday to the person who always keeps Dee entertained and makes her smile.'Within hours of the photos showing him seemingly 'kissing' another lady went viral, McGregor made a post on social media.'I will drag Taoiseach of house and home if the greater public of Ireland's wishes (YOUR WISHES) are not met. Who's the Taoiseach, it won't matter. Ireland, PUT ME TO WORK! 7 years, I am yours. Vote McGregor,' he Irish professional fighter, who started his career after he left the job of a plumber, has a net worth of $200 million, reports Celebrity Net Worth. His net worth includes roughly $100 million payday earned from his August 2017 fight against Floyd Mayweather, the $50 million from his October 2018 fight against Khabib AND $200 million pre-tax earnings from the April 2021 sale of his whiskey brand Proper No. Twelve, the report per the documents released in an antitrust lawsuit against the UFC in November 2023, Conor earned a TOTAL of $25 million from his UFC fights between 2015 and 2016. Between June 2018 and June 2019, Conor earned $47 million from salary, purses and McGregor started his career in the year 2007 and made his MMA debut. He won the amateur fight by TKO (technical knockout) in the first round and professional after that fight. McGregor made his professional MMA debut in March 2008 in the lightweight March 5, 2016, McGregor reportedly made $5.6 million in his first fight against Nate Diaz at UFC 196. He earned the same amount in their rematch at UFC November 2016, he took home approximately $7 million after defeating Eddie Alvarez. Conor reportedly earned an estimated $50 million fighting Khabib Nurmagomedov in October a brief hiatus, McGregor returned to the Octagon on January 18, 2020, defeating Donald 'Cowboy' Cerrone. He was guaranteed $5 million—then the highest base purse in UFC history. McGregor later suggested that, with Pay-Per-View revenue, his total earnings from the fight could reach as high as $80 million. Cerrone, meanwhile, was guaranteed $2 million just to show January 23, 2021, McGregor suffered a loss to Dustin Poirier but still received another $5 million guaranteed. The defeat derailed plans for a potentially massive rematch with Khabib Nurmagomedov, costing McGregor a substantial future payday.
Dublin Live
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Dublin Live
'If you're Irish this is what you must say to Conor McGregor – he needs to stop running'
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Conor McGregor is running away from a coveted trilogy fight with Nate Diaz, according to Jake Shields. McGregor first met Diaz at UFC 196 back in May 2016, where he headed into the fight as a major favourite after compiling a seven-fight winning streak under the promotion. Never afraid of playing the villain, however, Diaz shocked the combat sports world when it took him just two rounds to wear the Notorious one down and submit him with a rear-naked choke, giving McGregor the third loss of his professional career and his first in the UFC. An instant rematch ensued at UFC 202 in the August, where McGregor atoned for his loss by securing a majority decision win over Diaz after five hard-fought rounds. And while the two have not been able to secure a rubber match in the almost-decade since, Shields believes that it's all on McGregor's terms. The long-time training partner of Diaz and former Strikeforce middleweight champion told Bloody Elbow: "I want to see Nate and Conor fight again, but Conor is being a b***h. Tell Conor to stop being a b***h. "If you're Irish, tell Conor to stop being a b***h, tell him step the f*** up and fight Nate. Stop running. Everyone wants to see Conor and Nate bro, it's like the super trilogy, the biggest trilogy of all time. "Two f***ing superstars, it's the fight everyone wants to see. Make the f***ing fight UFC, stop being cheapskates and make the fight." There are several outside factors preventing Dana White and the UFC matchmakers from booking trilogy fight between McGregor and Diaz, however. McGregor hasn't fought since his 2021 loss to Dustin Poirier in which he broke his leg, and while he was supposed to return last June to face Michael Chandler, he pulled out on short notice as a result of injury. (Image: Getty Images) Meanwhile, Chandler is still insistent that should McGregor make a return to the UFC any time soon, the two must have their night under the bright lights before the Dublin-born star is matched up against anyone else. Speaking to Mirror Fighting about his hopes of fighting McGregor in November, Chandler said: "I still believe Conor comes back at some point, and when he does, that road goes through Nashville, Tennessee, and Michael Chandler. "We have to finish TUF 31, we have to get a fight poster that actually comes to fruition for a fight, we have to get a contract that actually comes to fruition for a fight but either way if the fight with Conor never happens, I am completely content – I wish him well. "But I have a sneaky suspicion Conor does not want to sail off into the sunset the way he has right now. He wants to come back and needs to come back for Conor McGregor's legacy." (Image: 2023 Zuffa LLC) Many fight fans have pondered whether McGregor will actually make a return to the fight game at all, given that he appears focused on promoting his Bare Knuckle FC promotion and is entering the twilight years of his MMA career at 36. Diaz, meanwhile – who is the younger brother of UFC and Strikeforce legend Nick Diaz – also hasn't fought in mixed martial arts since his 2022 win over Tony Ferguson at UFC 279. No longer a part of the promotion, Diaz has since ventured into the world of professional boxing. He suffered a unanimous decision loss to YouTube sensation Jake Paul in August 2023, before achieving a majority decision win over old UFC foe Jorge Masvidal last July.
Irish Daily Mirror
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
'I want to see this from Conor McGregor – if you're Irish you need to tell him'
Jake Shields has claimed Conor McGregor is running from a highly-anticipated trilogy fight with Nate Diaz. McGregor initially faced Diaz at UFC 196 in May 2016 and was expected to dominate after a seven-fight run of victories. However, Diaz caused an upset when he forced McGregor into submission with a rear-naked choke in the second round, marking the Dubliner's third professional defeat of his career and his first within the UFC octagon. Seeking redemption, McGregor squared off against Diaz once more at UFC 202 in the August, emerging victorious by majority decision after five gruelling rounds. Despite fervent demand for a third and final decider, nearly 10 years have passed without a fight coming to fruition – leading Shields, Diaz's long-time friend and ex-Strikeforce champ, to call out McGregor himself. During an interview with Bloody Elbow, Shields said: "I want to see Nate and Conor fight again, but Conor is being a b***h. Tell Conor to stop being a b***h. "If you're Irish, tell Conor to stop being a b***h, tell him step the f*** up and fight Nate. Stop running. Everyone wants to see Conor and Nate bro, it's like the super trilogy, the biggest trilogy of all time. "Two f***ing superstars, it's the fight everyone wants to see. Make the f***ing fight UFC, stop being cheapskates and make the fight." Several factors are complicating a potential trilogy fight between McGregor and Diaz in the UFC, as Dana White and matchmakers navigate their next moves, reports Dublin Live. McGregor's absence from the octagon has been notable following his 2021 defeat at the hands of Dustin Poirier, during which he suffered a leg fracture. An expected comeback against Michael Chandler in June was also scrapped due to injury, leaving fans waiting in anticipation. Elsewhere, Chandler remains adamant that if McGregor is plotting a UFC return, their showdown should be top priority. In conversation with Mirror Fighting in November, Chandler said: "I still believe Conor comes back at some point, and when he does, that road goes through Nashville, Tennessee, and Michael Chandler. We have to finish TUF 31, we have to get a fight poster that actually comes to fruition for a fight, we have to get a contract that actually comes to fruition for a fight but either way if the fight with Conor never happens, I am completely content – I wish him well. "But I have a sneaky suspicion Conor does not want to sail off into the sunset the way he has right now. He wants to come back and needs to come back for Conor McGregor's legacy." Speculation continues to swirl over whether McGregor will step back into the cage, especially as he focuses on promoting Bare Knuckle FC and with his MMA career approaching its latter stages at the age of 36. Meanwhile, Diaz – the younger brother of UFC and Strikeforce legend Nick Diaz – hasn't stepped into the mixed martial arts ring since his 2022 victory over Tony Ferguson at UFC 279. Having left the promotion, Diaz has since transitioned into professional boxing. He suffered a unanimous decision defeat to YouTube star Jake Paul in August 2023, before securing a majority decision victory against former UFC rival Jorge Masvidal last July.
