McGregor vs Khabib
Conor McGregor
Irish UFC star, two-division champion
Entertainment and knockout power
Khabib Nurmagomedov
Russian UFC champion, undefeated 29-0
Fighting excellence and discipline
Short Answer
Khabib Nurmagomedov retired undefeated at 29-0 and dominated McGregor in their UFC 229 bout. Conor McGregor is the bigger star with knockouts in two weight classes but has a more inconsistent record.
Our Verdict
Khabib wins on fighting merit with a perfect record. McGregor wins on stardom and knockout power. Khabib is the better fighter, McGregor the bigger draw.
Choose Conor McGregor if
Entertainment and knockout power
Choose Khabib Nurmagomedov if
Fighting excellence and discipline
Key Differences at a Glance
Key Differences
Conor McGregor
22-6
Khabib Nurmagomedov
29-0🏆
Conor McGregor
2 divisions🏆
Khabib Nurmagomedov
1 division
Conor McGregor
Lost
Khabib Nurmagomedov
Won🏆
Conor McGregor
Highest ever🏆
Khabib Nurmagomedov
High
Pros & Cons
Conor McGregor
Pros
- Two-division UFC champion
- Biggest draw in MMA history
- Devastating left hand
Cons
- Lost to top competition recently
- Inconsistent
- 22-6 record
Khabib Nurmagomedov
Pros
- Undefeated 29-0
- Dominant grappling
- Beat McGregor convincingly
Cons
- Retired early
- Fewer spectacular finishes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Khabib submitted McGregor via neck crank in the 4th round at UFC 229 in October 2018.
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