Former fighter questions Conor McGregor's future in UFC after new conviction: 'Do you need him?'

Conor McGregor There is still no date for his return to the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter/@thenotoriousmma

the future of Conor McGregor in the UFC is increasingly unclear. The most recent sexual assault conviction in Ireland, added to the various legal and behavioral problems the fighter faces, raise doubts about his return to the octagon.

In the midst of this scenario, Brendan Schaub, a former fighter and current commentator, analyzed McGregor's situation on his YouTube channel. The American recognizes the Irishman's power of attraction and his ability to generate big numbers for the UFC, but questions whether the organization still needs to support the 'Conor package'.

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“Yeah, we live in a crazy world, but at the end of the day, if Conor fought in late December of 2025, it would be the most-watched fight of the year, and that just adds to the whole story. But then again, I wonder if the UFC, because the UFC doesn’t need him, they don’t need him, he would be great and they, I’m sure, are willing to do business with him. I know Conor has made a lot of bad choices and this is one of them,” the former fighter said.

Conor McGregor's Problem Pack

The sexual assault conviction represents a new chapter in Conor's ongoing legal troubles. The fighter, who has already been arrested for assault and involved in other controversies, will have to deal with the consequences of his actions and his badly damaged public image. The court ruling in Ireland, although only in the civil sphere, could have a significant impact on his career, including possible sanctions from the UFC.

McGregor's recent statement, in which he vows to appeal the decision and seek to overturn the conviction, signals a protracted legal battle. The conviction and compensation were worth €250 (around R$1,5 million) to the victim, Nikita Hand.