“If He Can Even Throw a Punch…”: Dana White Reveals How He Always Knew Conor McGregor Would Be a Star Years Before His Stardom and Millions of Dollars

Dana White, the luminary at the helm of the UFC, and ‘The Notorious’ Conor McGregor, partake in a tumultuous yet riveting alliance. White steered McGregor towards the zenith of global recognition, all the while navigating the rippling terrain of triumphs, troughs, controversies, and titanic MMA encounters. This entwined association between them constitutes a captivating and perpetual chronicle within the realm of combat sports.

In a candid conversation held with the renowned Big Boy TV YouTube channel, White illuminated the Details of his bond with Conor McGregor. During this insightful exchange, he unraveled a captivating narrative, fostering his conviction that McGregor would ultimately ascend to unparalleled prominence within the world of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).

Dana White bet on Conor McGregor years before his rise to fame

The 54-year-old while having a conversation with the Big Boys TV, reminisced about his pivotal decision to place a wager on McGregor’s latent talent. This bold move was spurred by the resounding and impassioned support from Irish fans. In a recent interview, he delved deep into his relationship with Conor McGregor.

White shared a story about himself stating while taking a break in Dublin, in the midst of accepting an award, individuals at a nearby pub approached White and enthusiastically discussed the transformative impact Conor McGregor could potentially have on the UFC and its continuously expanding reputation.. He recounted that it was McGregor’s distinctive personality that compelled him to solidify the agreement with the future superstar.

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Going further in the story he added that a dinner with McGregor made him believe that McGregor would one day dominate the world of MMA. White added “ They signed him. Conor came out here. He and I went to dinner. When I left the dinner, I called Lorenzo [Fertitta]. I said, ‘Dude, I don’t know if this kid can fight or not, but if he can even throw a punch, he’s gonna be a huge superstar.”

The rise of Conor Mcgregor as a coveted champion in the world of UFC

The story unfolds with McGregor’s meteoric ascent within the world of fight sports activities, as he carved his direction through the featherweight department. In this manner, he left an indelible mark by besting bold opponents like Max Holloway, Dustin Poirier, and Chad Mendes. McGregor’s defining moment was here when he triumphed over Jose Aldo, seizing the coveted featherweight championship. This remarkable feat was just a prelude to his historic double-title win in 2016.

Despite McGregor’s remarkable career, it’s important to note that he has had only one victory since 2016. Speculation abounds about a potential clash with Michael Chandler at UFC 296. Chandler and Mcgregor both coached Their respective teams in TUF 31 and it is in the TUF’s customs that in the end, the coaches have to fight. However, Mcgregor has yet to enter the USADA for a test and this puts a question mark on his return to UFC this year. If the event happens then it will take place in the T-mobile arena

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