What is Conor McGregor’s current weight? How many weight divisions has he competed in, and what division might he return to?

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Conor McGregor

While Conor McGregor previously fought in the 155-pound division, recent indications suggest he’s now weighing upwards of 180 pounds.

Following his leg injury at UFC 264 against Dustin Poirier in 2021, McGregor underwent a significant transformation, gaining considerable size and muscle during his recovery period. By December of the same year, he openly stated he weighed around 195 pounds.

Maintaining a similar physique for his film role in the action movie ‘Road House,’ which finished filming several months ago, coupled with his statements about returning as a middleweight to the UFC, suggests McGregor’s weight has remained relatively stable in recent months.

According to a recent report by Low Kick MMA, McGregor’s current walk-around weight ranges from 180 to 200 pounds.

Conor McGregor (Credits: Getty Images)

Throughout his MMA career, McGregor has competed in three weight divisions. He holds the distinction of being a former UFC two-division champion, having secured titles in the featherweight and lightweight categories, and has also fought at welterweight on three occasions.

In his announcement for the New Year, the 35-year-old revealed plans for his comeback fight against Michael Chandler at 185 pounds.

While some view McGregor’s assertions as mere attention-grabbing, others believe he genuinely aims to make history by triumphing in four UFC weight classes.

Adding a layer of uncertainty, during the post-fight press conference at UFC 298, Dana White expressed doubts about McGregor’s return, citing the fighter’s financial success as a complicating factor in securing his comeback.

Written by Michael Smith

Michael Smith is a seasoned sports journalist with a focus on college and high school sports. He has been with the Sports Business Journal since 2006, following an 18-year tenure with daily newspapers, including coverage of University of Kentucky basketball for the Louisville Courier-Journal.

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