The Notorious

We find McGregor recovering from a knee injury after his win against Max Holloway last August. As he battles through gruelling physio and training, he must get back to his peak for his first fight in ten months against Brazilian, Diego Brandao. On home soil, McGregor must prove his worth as a sold out O2 Arena awaits his arrival. With exclusive access, we see his team training in Iceland, his girlfriend and family adjusting to fame and the rigorous preparation required for a bout in the UFC.

Conor reflects on a job well done after his first round knockout of Diego Brandao in the O2 Dublin. With a third victory under his belt he travels to Las Vegas to negotiate a new contract with the UFC. Having signed on a lucrative new deal, Conor travels to Los Angeles to film a promotional video of his next fight.

As Conor prepares for his fight against Dustin Poirier, back home in Dublin his family get ready to fly to Las Vegas. Tensions are high between Conor and Dustin as both men seek to gain the psychological edge. With over 3,000 Irish fans having made the journey to watch Conor fight, the MGM Grand is awash with Irish tri-colours. With unprecedented access backstage at the UFC event we see the super cool Conor warm up for the biggest fight of his career to date.

After defeating his opponent at UFC 178, UFC featherweight Conor McGregor emerges as a bona fide superstar, with the luxurious Vegas trappings to match. And his newfound fame follows him around the world, from London to Rio.

Conor learns who his next opponent will be and despite speculation it’s not Jose Aldo. Instead he tops the bill for the upcoming UFC Fight Night in Boston where he will fight German MMA star Denis Siver. Joining Conor on the Boston Card are his SBG teammates Paddy Holohan and Cathal Pendred. As preparations get under way it’s clear Conor is evolving as a fighter as he strives to reach that next level. As everyone else prepares for Christmas Conor is working hard in the gym. As he flies off to Boston Conor knows a win against Siver will make him the No.1 contender.

Conor in Boston preparing for his fight against Dennis Siver knowing a win sets up a world title shot against Jose Aldo. Joining Conor on the fight-card are his SBG team mates Paddy Holohan and Cathal Pendred. As the Irish barmy army arrive stateside it’s clear Conor has very little respect for his opponent. Conor predicts a finish within 2 minutes but anything can happen inside the octagon.