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Official Conor McGregor thread (part 3) *Updated Warning in 1st Post Re:Boxing match

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The last thread was nearing the 10k post limit so here's part 3.

The same rules as the last thread apply here. People seem to have strong opinions either way when it comes to McGregor and threads here tend to get a bit heated from time to time. Please keep it civil and discuss all things Conor in a mature way.

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SteM

JohnMc1 wrote: »

Its pretty obvious he's done at 145. I just want to see him actually start defending his title [which ever one he hangs on to] or vacate both if he just wants to do "The Money fights".

Why is it obvious? Every time it's brought up to Conor or John Kavanagh they both seem pretty positive about the weight division. Just last week Kavanagh mentioned that having John Lockhart on board makes weight cutting more straightforward.

wonderfullife

Recipe for a record-breaking card (anywhere in the world):

Headlined by Conor McGregor.
Co-headlined by a welterweight title fight who go to war!

That's it.

Eatmore

hatrickpatrick wrote: »

What a night. What. A. Night.

Seriously, that was one of the most exciting UFC events I've ever seen - almost all of the fights went the distance and had fantastic action in them. The Wonderboy fight in particular was pure class. Conor v Alvarez surprised me to be honest - I always expected Conor to win (did anyone else pick up on their pre-fight body language? Conor was relaxed and in control, Alvarez was pacing back and forth and looked "jittery" overall, like he was having a premature adrenaline or caffeine rush) but I didn't expect it to be nearly as decisive a victory. Forgetting about the actual knockout, Conor pretty much dominated the entire fight - I even seem to remember that Alvarez looked like he was having to hold onto the cage at one point while trying to keep Conor still, although the ref didn't seem to notice it.

So what's the story with Conor's big announcement? He's said that he's going to become a father and that he's not sure about bringing a kid up in the whole celebrity bubble, but he didn't say anything conclusive at all to my mind. Didn't mention taking time off or quitting the sport. Could he have meant that he'd like to spend more time in Ireland, maybe stay in Ireland for longer periods of training in the run up to fights instead of being in Vegas?

He told Megan Olivi that he has about 40 different announcements to make but he is being advised in many different ways so is just announcing Dee's pregnancy for now.

hatrickpatrick

What a night. What. A. Night.

Seriously, that was one of the most exciting UFC events I've ever seen - almost all of the fights went the distance and had fantastic action in them. The Wonderboy fight in particular was pure class. Conor v Alvarez surprised me to be honest - I always expected Conor to win (did anyone else pick up on their pre-fight body language? Conor was relaxed and in control, Alvarez was pacing back and forth and looked "jittery" overall, like he was having a premature adrenaline or caffeine rush) but I didn't expect it to be nearly as decisive a victory. Forgetting about the actual knockout, Conor pretty much dominated the entire fight - I even seem to remember that Alvarez looked like he was having to hold onto the cage at one point while trying to keep Conor still, although the ref didn't seem to notice it.

So what's the story with Conor's big announcement? He's said that he's going to become a father and that he's not sure about bringing a kid up in the whole celebrity bubble, but he didn't say anything conclusive at all to my mind. Didn't mention taking time off or quitting the sport. Could he have meant that he'd like to spend more time in Ireland, maybe stay in Ireland for longer periods of training in the run up to fights instead of being in Vegas?

wonderfullife

lafors wrote: »

Yeah Dana White posted on twitter to clarify that they didn't drop the ball on that one, it was his own belt to bring in as it wasn't on the line. So his own guys left it behind them.

Anyway got my few hours sleep now, can't wait to watch it back later tonight

darced wrote: »

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I think what people need to be aware of is that all the UFC belts are identical. There's no such thing as "my belt". For example, Eddie walked off with the "FW belt" at the Presser while Conor walked off with the "LW belt".

They are all just identical props. The UFC have bucket loads of them for promotional shoots etc.

To say that Conor should have walked out into the Octagon carrying his belt is ridiculous, it would have looked it too!

They just dropped the ball, simple as that. They could have had 10 belts sitting under Dana's ringside seat if they wanted. Dana did say he was really unhappy with some elements of the production and mistakes were made, so i presume this was one of them.

Swashbuckler

I read somewhere he got 3.5 million disclosed. 50k bonus. 40k reebok.

Edit: just realised I didn't answer your question. We will likely never know for sure how much off the ppv he gets.

Whelo79

I reckon he will fight fairly soon (providing he resolves whatever issue he has with the new owners) January or February, well in advance of McGregor Jr being born. He said last night that he was fresh, he took zero damage. He could fight next week if he wanted to.

I think it will be a 145 title defence against Aldo then he goes again in July/August against the winner of Khabib/Ferguson.

He then gives up the 145 belt, providing he has beaten Aldo and Khabib/Ferguson, saying that he wants to spend more time with his new baby and defending 2 titles is too time consuming.

Effects

JohnMc1 wrote: »

Four fights in 11 months this year. Not one of them a title defense.

It's pretty clear he does things differently and on his own terms. That's certainly going to increase.

Eatmore

McGregor says in his interview with Megan Olivi that he has about 40 different announcements to make but that he is being advised in too many different ways so he only announced the pregnancy.

Head Wreck

When will we know how many PPV buys it did last night? Also how much do we think Conor will make in total

Outlaw Pete

Don't see him fighting again until next summer and so my call is Nate III for the Lightweight title in Dublin around July and then Mayweather at the end of 2017.

I know, I know.. but there is simply far too much money to be made by both fighters from that fight for it not to happen.

2018 I see him fighting for the UFC Welterweight belt while people moan that he hasn't defended his LW strap since beating Nate in Croke Park.

JohnMc1

Effects wrote: »

He won the title less than 24 hours ago.
He's fought four fights in 11 months.

I'm not expecting him to do it this week. Thank You for proving my point. Four fights in 11 months this year. Not one of them a title defense.

Effects

JohnMc1 wrote: »

I just want to see him actually start defending his title.

He won the title less than 24 hours ago.
He's fought four fights in 11 months.

JohnMc1

Alf Veedersane wrote: »

With Khabib and Ferguson both winning, I can't see anything other than a fight between them for a shot at the title.

In the meantime, you'd have to think its a case of either the FW belt is defended or its vacated and Diaz 3 happens. I know he's a huge draw but it's time to finish FW and retire the belt or vacate it.

Its pretty obvious he's done at 145. I just want to see him actually start defending his title [which ever one he hangs on to] or vacate both if he just wants to do "The Money fights".

Gamebred

UFC are praying Ronda comes back a hit so they have some leverage back if, if shes ko'd Conors position gets bigger hes the only fighter with them ppv numbers and the public know on the roster.

madds

McGregor junior is due in March. I'd say it will be the end of April or early May before we see him fight again. Of course he may be persuaded to fight a little earlier if the owners agree to his equity claim.

Alf Veedersane

With Khabib and Ferguson both winning, I can't see anything other than a fight between them for a shot at the title.

In the meantime, you'd have to think its a case of either the FW belt is defended or its vacated and Diaz 3 happens. I know he's a huge draw but it's time to finish FW and retire the belt or vacate it.

Depp

wonder where we go from here! if i was in charge itd be mcgregor aldo 2 with khabib ferguson co main for the no.1 contender. making him drop a belt now would be silly from the ufc. here you have the biggest draw in the history of the sport and if hes willing to fight in and draw his considerable exposure to two divisions you're crazy not to let him imo.

finglashoop

chrisbonnie wrote: »

Absolutely correct.

So according to Dana, if the champion doesn't bring the belt with him, the challenger wouldn't have a belt to collect if he won?

That was such a school boy error on their part.

Conors belt wasnt on the lin he didnt bring his own one. He got eddies

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Gamebred wrote: »

First of all what a beautiful day to be alive blessed to live in the McGregor era,

Secondly I cannot wait for the boiled piss from Khabib and Ferguson when they do Diaz trilogy.

Do you not think that Conor has a better chance at beating Khabib than Nate? I mean the only reason Conor struggles against Nate is that zombie chin, Conor could sleep Khabib if last night was anything to go by.

Gamebred

First of all what a beautiful day to be alive blessed to live in the McGregor era,

Secondly I cannot wait for the boiled piss from Khabib and Ferguson when they do Diaz trilogy.

Paully D

chrisbonnie wrote: »

Absolutely correct.

So according to Dana, if the champion doesn't bring the belt with him, the challenger wouldn't have a belt to collect if he won?

That was such a school boy error on their part.

It's funny because I remember on the Embedded's for UFC 204 Bisping calls Dana and says something like "I know it's a stupid question, but do I actually bring the belt over with me?"

Muahahaha

J Mysterio wrote: »

I was so feckin close to taking that bet at 11/2 bud didnt

Same here, I could have had the 2nd round KO for 6/1 and should have laid it after Kav came on the thread here a few days back and tipped it as likely. But I chickened out and just took a 4/5 bet for McG to win overall

themandan6611

Swashbuckler wrote: »

Khabib deserves the next shot in fairness.

I would pick Tony, much more active. Would be a good lead and he can fight too

JacksonHeightsOwn

daRobot wrote: »

A multi-billion dollar business, not preparing for that contingency by having two belts on hand for the absolutely monumental occassion (and all the photo op/marketing benefits it brings) that was likely to occur, is just insane from an organisational perspective.

Whatever Dana says publicly to deflect, you can be sure there will be words with someone over that.

Two belt emoji is probably being developed as we speak!

Absolutely correct.

So according to Dana, if the champion doesn't bring the belt with him, the challenger wouldn't have a belt to collect if he won?

That was such a school boy error on their part.

Swashbuckler

xtal191 wrote:

Conor vs Ferguson next please

Khabib deserves the next shot in fairness.

xtal191

Conor vs Ferguson next please

Swashbuckler

It's a bad state of affairs when the fighter has more marketing sense than the UFC. They should have been all over that with the two belts ready to go. Jesus it's basic stuff.

daRobot

lafors wrote: »

Yeah Dana White posted on twitter to clarify that they didn't drop the ball on that one, it was his own belt to bring in as it wasn't on the line. So his own guys left it behind them.

A multi-billion dollar business, not preparing for that contingency by having two belts on hand for the absolutely monumental occassion (and all the photo op/marketing benefits it brings) that was likely to occur, is just insane from an organisational perspective.

Whatever Dana says publicly to deflect, you can be sure there will be words with someone over that.

Two belt emoji is probably being developed as we speak!

Eatmore

Oh right, I read that is was Alvarez' wife.

If it was McGregor's niece I hope they bring a muzzle the next time she is in attendance!!