Conor McGregor is making headlines again, but this time, it’s not for his skills inside the octagon. A newly surfaced video shows the UFC star in a heated moment at a Las Vegas casino, spitting not once but twice in a man's face. The incident took place outside Caffe Al Teatro in Wynn Las Vegas and Encore, with McGregor heavily guarded by his security team and handlers. While the exact timeline of the video remains unclear, one thing is certain—McGregor knows how to stir up controversy even outside the cage.
A Shocking Encounter in Vegas
In the clip, someone can be heard shouting, “Let’s go, Khabib!”—a clear reference to McGregor’s longtime rival, Khabib Nurmagomedov. Instead of ignoring the provocation, McGregor marches toward a group of patrons and gets up close to one of them. In a shocking move, he spits directly in the man’s face—twice! To make matters worse, he follows up the act with a taunting remark: “I spit in your face. What’d you do? Nothing.” Then, with his signature swagger, he simply walks away, leaving onlookers stunned.
McGregor’s Reputation for Out-of-the-Cage Antics
For those who’ve been keeping up with McGregor’s antics over the years, this incident might not come as a surprise. The 36-year-old Irish fighter has built a reputation for controversy, often making headlines for his behavior outside the cage. From bar brawls to legal troubles, McGregor has been involved in multiple altercations that have little to do with his MMA career. His latest Vegas incident only adds to a long list of eyebrow-raising moments.
What’s Next for McGregor?
Despite not having fought since July 2021—when he suffered a gruesome leg injury—McGregor continues to stay in the public eye. Fans were excited about his highly anticipated return against Michael Chandler in June, but that fight was scrapped after McGregor suffered a broken toe. While injuries have kept him out of competition, his name remains relevant in the combat sports world, albeit for the wrong reasons.
Adding to his troubles, McGregor has been facing serious legal battles. Recently, he was found liable for sexual assault in a civil lawsuit in Ireland. On top of that, a separate lawsuit with similar accusations was filed against him in Florida. These allegations have only intensified the scrutiny surrounding the UFC star, raising concerns about his future in the sport.
A New Role in Combat Sports
While his UFC return remains uncertain, McGregor has been making moves in another combat sport—bare-knuckle fighting. The former two-division UFC champion has been appearing frequently at events for BKFC (Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship), an organization he now co-owns. His involvement with BKFC suggests he’s keeping his foot in the fight game, even if his in-ring action is on pause for now.
McGregor: A Fighter or a Showman?
Love him or hate him, Conor McGregor is undeniably one of the biggest names in combat sports. Whether he’s throwing punches in the cage or making headlines for his wild behavior, he always finds a way to stay in the spotlight. The Vegas spitting incident is just another chapter in his unpredictable saga, and fans are left wondering—what’s next for The Notorious?
With legal issues mounting, a stalled UFC return, and now another public controversy, McGregor continues to be a polarizing figure. Will he ever return to his former glory in the octagon, or has he fully transitioned into the role of an entertainer rather than a fighter? One thing is for sure—when it comes to Conor McGregor, there’s never a dull moment.
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