Conor McGregor Says Crawford Rejected $200M Deal, Reveals Dates for Final 2 Fights on UFC Contract
UFC star Conor McGregor has announced the dates for his final two fights under his current UFC contract, including an upcoming bout against Max Holloway. McGregor also revealed that he previously attempted to negotiate a $200 million two-fight deal with boxer Terence Crawford, which was ultimately rejected.
Why it matters
McGregor's impending free agency represents a significant shift in combat sports, as high-profile fighters increasingly explore independent opportunities outside of the traditional UFC contract structure.
01:10 Featured Video No Brown Trade? Home MMA Leonardo Fernandez/Getty Images MMA Conor McGregor Says Crawford Rejected $200M Deal, Reveals Dates for Final 2 Fights on UFC Contract Doric Sam Jun 16, 2026 UFC star Conor McGregor is set to make his long-awaited return next month against Max Holloway in the main event of UFC 329, and he already knows his next move after that fight.
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