Conor McGregor has been one of the biggest names in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) for some time now. After his explosive rise to fame, many have speculated what the future holds for him.
However, in a recent interview with ESPN's Ariel Helwani, he confirmed that he does not want to pursue his career with MMA any further and instead wants to retire with UFC, saying, "I am here for the rest of my life."
BBC / Conor McGregor confirms that he will not pursue his career with MMA. He will retire with UFC instead.
It is easy to see why he would want to stay with UFC—the Irishman made his professional debut with them back in 2013 at the age of 22 and since then has risen through the ranks at an astonishing rate. He quickly established himself as one of the sport's top fighters and has since become a two-division champion.
His journey with UFC has been nothing short of remarkable, as he has not only proved himself to be one of the greatest fighters ever but also emerged as one of the most recognizable sports personalities in the world.
BBC / Conor McGregor is one of the most ferocious fighters of all time.
He even transcended his sport with his brash attitude and showmanship, which earned him legions of fans both inside and outside the UFC.
Conor McGregor Prefers UFC Over MMA
Now that Conor McGregor has made it clear that he wants to remain with UFC for the rest of his life, it will be interesting to see how much further he can elevate the organization. Having already achieved so much in such a relatively short space of time, there are no limits to what he could still accomplish.
No matter what happens next, Conor McGregor has already left a lasting impact on the world of MMA, and it is clear that he wants to remain with UFC until the very end. We wish him all the best in his future endeavors.
Parting Thoughts
Conor McGregor’s confirmation of wanting to stay with UFC for the rest of his career comes as no surprise, given all that he has achieved in such a short time span with them. But one thing is for sure: The legendary fighter is bidding adieu to MMA - once and for all. Instead, the athlete will be proceeding his career with UFC "for the rest of his life," in his own words.
BBC / Conor McGregor will retire with the UFC and “will not” pursue his career with MMA.
It will be interesting to see how much further he can elevate the organization and whether his immense talent can bring more success and glory to UFC in the years ahead.
Key Takeaways
- Conor McGregor confirmed that he will not pursue his career with MMA and instead wants to get retired with UFC.
- He quickly established himself as one of the top fighters in the sport since making his professional debut with them back in 2013.
- It is clear that he wants to remain with UFC until the very end, and it will be interesting to see how much further he can elevate the organization.