Joe Rogan has expressed that one of the significant moments in Conor McGregor’s career was a mistake. Throughout his time in the UFC and mixed martial arts, McGregor has had numerous unforgettable highlights, both positive and negative. From his record-breaking 13-second knockout of Jose Aldo and becoming the first UFC fighter to hold titles in two weight classes simultaneously, to his infamous bus attack incident in Brooklyn and controversial behavior outside the cage, ‘The Notorious’ certainly drew massive attention.
McGregor’s last appearance in the Octagon was marked by a devastating leg fracture during his 2021 bout with Dustin Poirier. Rogan believes that if he had been involved in advising McGregor, the fight would have never taken place due to the severity of McGregor’s injuries prior to UFC 264. On the JRE MMA Show, Rogan highlighted that McGregor was already dealing with multiple stress fractures in his left shin and that it was a fight he should have withdrawn from for his own safety. Rogan emphasized the seriousness of the injury and how compromised McGregor’s shin was even before the fight.
Despite being out of the Octagon for more than four years, McGregor remains ambitious and eager to return. He has recently expressed interest in fighting at the UFC’s White House event next June and pursuing a historic third division title. This potential comeback could once again bring Rogan’s cautionary advice to the forefront if McGregor chooses to take on tough challenges like Islam Makhachev.
In a light moment, McGregor was seen at his pub in Dublin, The Black Forge Inn, showing his motivation to chase the welterweight title and achieve the elusive Triple Crown by competing across three divisions.
Fan Take: This insight from Joe Rogan highlights the physical risks fighters face and the tough decisions around fighting while injured. For fans, McGregor’s comeback attempts keep the sport exciting and unpredictable, potentially reshaping UFC history if he succeeds or reminding us of the harsh realities fighters endure.
