Conor McGregor reflects on UFC loss to Khabib Nurmagomedov in new documentary: ‘I was beat, and that’s that’

Conor McGregor reflects on Khabib Nurmagomedov Netflix documentary I was beat and that's that UFCIn another snippet ahead of the release of a new multi-part documentary series ahead of his expected Octagon return this year, former two-weight champion, Conor McGregor has shared behind the scenes footage of his loss to arch-rival, Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 229 back in 2018. McGregor, a former undisputed lightweight and featherweight champion under the […]

Conor McGregor reflects on Khabib Nurmagomedov Netflix documentary I was beat and that's that UFC

In another snippet ahead of the release of a new multi-part documentary series ahead of his expected Octagon return this year, former two-weight champion, Conor McGregor has shared behind the scenes footage of his loss to arch-rival, Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 229 back in 2018.

McGregor, a former undisputed lightweight and featherweight champion under the banner of the UFC, is set to feature in a multi-part Netflix documentary series later this month – titled ‘McGregor Forever’ – in preparation for his expected UFC comeback later this annum.

Sidelined through injury since July 2021, McGregor most recently headlined UFC 264 in a first round doctor’s stoppage TKO to former interim titleholder, Dustin Poirier – fracturing his left tibia and fibula in the opening frame.

Conor McGregor is expected to fight Michael Chandler in his UFC comeback

Last month, footage emerged of McGregor post-operation in California, in which he claimed he was worried his career had come to an abrupt close off the back of his leg fracture against Lafayette rival, Poirier

“I thought it was over, as well,” Conor McGregor said of his career during a snippet of ‘McGregor Forever’. “That’s why I flipped into a different mold. Now it’s the adrenaline as well, and I wouldn’t know –  I would have calmed down, and part of me’s thinking, ‘Jesus, imagine if it’s just been taken from me like that.’ I would go into – I would be a different person.”

Posting another two-minute snippet on his official Twitter account, McGregor insisted that ahead of his comeback fight against Michael Chandler later this annum, he was still the fighter to beat in the promotion.

“McGregor Forever is out May 17th only on @Netflix,” Conor McGregor tweeted. “You’ll get a ringside seat for some of the biggest challenges I’ve faced, how I bounced back, and why I’m still the man to beat in the UFC.” 

Highlighting various victories and setbacks during his storied Octagon tenure, McGregor shared a behind the scenes – and rather stark outlook on his bitter defeat to the above-mentioned, Nurmagomedov, claiming “I got beat, and that’s that.” 

Headlining UFC 229 against Nurmagomedov in an October 2018 undisputed lightweight title fight, McGregor suffered an eventual fourth round neck crank submission loss to the Russian sambo specialist in their intense grudge match. 

UFC star Conor McGregor passed over on rival Khabib Nurmagomedov’s list of ‘MMA GOATs’

Conor McGregor left off Khabib Nurmagomedov list of MMA GOATs UFC rivalryDespite capturing gold in two separate divisions under the banner of the UFC, former featherweight and lightweight champion, Conor McGregor has been overlooked by arch-rival, Khabib Nurmagomedov who compiled his own 20-man list of fighters who can be considered as “MMA GOATs”.  McGregor, a former undisputed lightweight and featherweight champion under the banner of the […]

Conor McGregor left off Khabib Nurmagomedov list of MMA GOATs UFC rivalry

Despite capturing gold in two separate divisions under the banner of the UFC, former featherweight and lightweight champion, Conor McGregor has been overlooked by arch-rival, Khabib Nurmagomedov who compiled his own 20-man list of fighters who can be considered as “MMA GOATs”. 

McGregor, a former undisputed lightweight and featherweight champion under the banner of the Dana White-led UFC, headlined UFC 229 back in October 2018 in a lightweight title fight against Khabib, suffering a fourth round neck crank submission loss to the undefeated Russian as part of their infamous rivalry.

Most recently, however, McGregor suffered a fractured left tibia and fibula in a first round doctor’s stoppage TKO loss to common-foe, Dustin Poirier in July 2021.

And despite his achievements in the sport, McGregor failed to earn a place on the above-mentioned 20-man list compiled by former undisputed UFC lightweight champion, Khabib – who has fielded many former champions from various promotions and organizations.

“Fedor/Jones, GSP, Anderson Silva, Demetrious Johnson, Daniel Cormier, Henry Cejudo, Jose Aldo, Kamaru Usman, Israel Adesanya, BJ Penn, Royce Gracie, Couture/Velasquez, Hendo/Shogun, CroCop/Miocic, Dominick Cruz/Frankie Edgar,” Khabib Nurmagomedov tweeted his list in descending order. 

Responding to Khabib’s list of greatest mixed martial arts fighters of all time, McGregor chose to poke fun at the Dagestan native’s 2020 retirement from active competition, as well as promote his recovery product.

Conor McGregor issues response to Khabib Nurmagomedov

“In the end, it’s who’s left,” Conor McGregor said in a now-deleted tweet. “Don’t forget. God bless, Tidl Sports Science.”

Recently providing a rather cryptic update on his impending return to the UFC, McGregor claimed he was “in the pool” – leading fans and community members to speculate the Dubliner had returned to the USADA testing pool for the first time since the third quarter of 2021.

Expected to make his Octagon comeback later this year, Conor McGregor recently finished filming on The Ultimate Fighter 31 – where he served as an opposing coach against Michael Chandler, whom he is expected to fight at the welterweight limit in his Octagon return. 

Zubaira Tukhugov, Fighter Who Attacked Conor McGregor At UFC 229, Reportedly Cut From The UFC

It appears that Zubaira Tukhugov, the fighter who attacked Conor McGregor inside the Octagon at UFC 229, may have been released from the promotion. On Tuesday, the UFC Roster Watch bot account on Twitter noted that Tukhugov, a teammate of Khabib Nurmag…

It appears that Zubaira Tukhugov, the fighter who attacked Conor McGregor inside the Octagon at UFC 229, may have been released from the promotion. On Tuesday, the UFC Roster Watch bot account on Twitter noted that Tukhugov, a teammate of Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev, has been removed from the fan rankings pool. While this…

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Archives: Kevin Lee Explains Wearing Bulletproof Vest At UFC 229 (2018)

On this day four years ago, we ran a story about Kevin Lee’s decision to wear a bullet proof vest at UFC 229. At UFC 229, the biggest fight in MMA history, Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Conor McGregor, took place from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, N…

On this day four years ago, we ran a story about Kevin Lee’s decision to wear a bullet proof vest at UFC 229. At UFC 229, the biggest fight in MMA history, Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Conor McGregor, took place from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The who’s who was in attendance and also…

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Conor McGregor Reacts To Khabib’s UFC Hall of Fame Induction

MMA superstar Conor McGregor has reacted with disdain following arch-rival Khabib Nurmagomedov’s induction into the UFC Hall of Fame last week. One of the highlights and staples of International Fight Week is the UFC Hall of Fame Ceremony, which …

MMA superstar Conor McGregor has reacted with disdain following arch-rival Khabib Nurmagomedov’s induction into the UFC Hall of Fame last week. One of the highlights and staples of International Fight Week is the UFC Hall of Fame Ceremony, which sees fighters and bouts commemorated. Headlining the 2022 class in Las Vegas last Thursday was Khabib,…

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Khabib Nurmagomedov Reveals Why He Doesn’t Talk About His Fight With Conor McGregor At UFC 229

Khabib NurmagomedovAt UFC 229 Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor main evented the highest-grossing pay-per-view in the promotion’s history.  That night, the T-Mobile Arena hosted the highly anticipated lightweight championship fight between the undefeated and reigning king of the division and the outspoken Irishman.  Unfortunately, the fight was shrouded by its dark and deeply personal build-up that […]

Khabib Nurmagomedov

At UFC 229 Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor main evented the highest-grossing pay-per-view in the promotion’s history. 

That night, the T-Mobile Arena hosted the highly anticipated lightweight championship fight between the undefeated and reigning king of the division and the outspoken Irishman. 

Unfortunately, the fight was shrouded by its dark and deeply personal build-up that left a stain on a potentially classic rivalry. As a result, ‘The Eagle’ has often avoided discussing the bout. While speaking with Daniel Cormier on his ESPN show ‘DC and RC’ ahead of his UFC Hall of Fame induction at the promotion’s International Fight Week event, Nurmagomedov discussed that night and why he avoids talking about it despite recognizing it as one of his career’s best moments.

“People wanted to talk about something like when they want to promote this. Like this fight become like bigger than, bigger than our sport, bigger than… Like all the time talking about this, I don’t like to be honest. But this is like one of the best moment ever happened in my professional career. 2018 October 6… I remember every day, almost everything, almost and it’s like people, people never talk about one thing. People never talk about when I jump, with me jumped all the sport.”

Madness Ensues Following Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Submission Victory

Following his fourth-round submission of McGregor, ‘The Eagle’ had words with McGregor’s corner, prompting him to jump out of the cage and initiate a brawl with his opponent’s corner. Inside the cage, hell continued to break loose as McGregor began brawling with Nurmagomedov’s team. As a result, Nurmagomedov was suspended for nine months while ‘The Notorious’ was dealt a six-month suspension by the Nevada State Athletic Commission.

Nurmagomedov would successfully defend his lightweight title against Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje before calling it a career, retiring with a record of 29-0. McGregor is still active but has not competed since July 2021 when he suffered a broken leg against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264. Since facing Nurmagomedov, McGregor is 1-3 in his last four outings inside the Octagon.