⏮ 2012 Conor McGregor: "I could be in the UFC, you never know.."

In an archive interview from 2012, a 24-year-old Conor McGregor talks about how he originally wanted to be a footballer and his dreams of making it to the UFC.
Footage from ‪@Cage_Warriors‬.
Watch UFC 264: Poirier v McGregor 3 on July 10 on BT Sport Box Office.

[@vitaminprotein6549]

"The winner of Conor vs Poirer will fight Conor McGregor" - Dana White

[@redditverse6511]

lol

[@thepriceofrice3563]

Good one

[@harrybellingham98]

will fight OG conor. The new one is losing it

[@scarlet6648]

XD

[@jjboss7896]

If Conor loses, it will be rematch again 😂😂😂

[@SwitchOnThaBeat]

The ufc should sign this guy, he seems motivated

[@blbl126]

Unfunny little dork.

[@forhadakbor6321]

😂

[@frankgallagher7812]

@@blbl126 funnier than your dork comment. Hahahahha

[@Midlife40s]

I agree. He sounds Irish, I've heard they don't go to take part, they go to take over.

[@jjboss7896]

@@Midlife40s khabib took over

[@aimxnpablo]

He changed the UFC into another level. What a legend.

[@BottleBri]

Very true. The excitement and fun and atmosphere he brings every time he fights is AWESOME. he alone made me get really into the UFC and I’m s huge fan now. I like Dustin, Nate Diaz, but Conor’s THE FACE OF UFC.

[@omarsabir3272]

He looks like McGregor but everything else has absolutely no resemblence to the McGregor we all know now. The posture, the eye contact(or lack of), the nervous deep intakes of breath, the lack of assertiveness in his voice, the overthinking and slow responses to questions... all 180° different to the man we know now. This video should act as an example of how we can all change who we are and how we are perceived if we try and play the longterm game. Ive seen many videos of sportsman before and after but Ive never seen a transformation as massive as this. Wow.

[@john-paulmurray2317]

My thoughts exactly. At this point he really didn't know his potential.

[@owenzhao243]

this is not a therapy session

[@BillBui_]

“From nothing, to something, to everything…” 🏆

[@hoshthemosh5701]

👑🦁🐐

[@mickcee5053]

To everything 😂😂

[@richardurena6670]

@@mickcee5053 yep, he got whatever he wants.

[@mickcee5053]

@@richardurena6670 he’s overrated poirier will slap him again

[@frankmatthews5491]

Back to nothing again

[@bailey.3467]

Everyone has comments and criticises him but when he’s gone, I guarantee the world will miss him.

[@spiritualgeek3340]

truest comment

[@IPInguito]

"Who the f*** is that guy?" will always be in my heart

[@tibarobert1172]

Not this it's "that "

[@jjboss7896]

“It’s only business” will be in my heart

[@MMAFreaks]

Now Mcgregor makes 75% of the UFC revenue ✌️

[@abhijeetsingh6634]

Not that much but 25% for sure is all cornor

[@larjkok1184]

@@abhijeetsingh6634 Not that much either.

[@chad5577]

@@larjkok1184 dude he just made like 260 million. I doubt the UFC even came close to netting that this year. Edit: net is different from revenue

[@GokuPlaysUK]

And still slaps old men about

[@marcoreus1213]

@@GokuPlaysUK this is the example of people who focused on negative 🤣 like he is the god, he never did something wrong in his life 💩💩💩

[@fiontanmcquillan740]

Little did he know in 9 years time he’d be the one of the richest athletes in the world, inspirational

[@franciscomendanha4730]

He knew it well before he was even in the ufc

[@diosydinero]

@Jay M he was rich before floyd

[@TenzinNFT]

Thanks to law of attraction

[@lesblase3667]

@@diosydinero No he wasn’t. He was rich after Floyd. Proper rich.

[@soundslikewest]

this is conor at the tail end of his grind. this is him after putting in years of work, getting doubted, made fun of, ridiculed, but still not having made the UFC…and still yet to reap the rewards of his hard work. looking back at this point in time really puts into perspective - it’s interesting to get a glimpse at a man who’s external situation is at it’s lowest, but internally, he was overflowing with abundance and confidence in himself. and in reality, he was just a few short years away from becoming one of the biggest athletes in the world. it was really only a matter of time before the reality around him caught up to his mind. really shows how important self belief and mindset are

[@ameychopde1404]

2012: I could be in the UFC 2021: Highest paid athlete in the world.

[@tonycox8746]

"Hey Dana! 60 G's baby!" He probably has that in his change jar on his dresser in his bedroom now.

[@crocomingo3527]

HEY DAYNAH

[@hamzabhatti6276]

LMFAO

[@theohuioiesin6519]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Sladovsky1]

60 G's stands for 60 grand or what?

[@anikitsinghrajput7630]

And now he is the king of UFC

[@callumtoye20]

Not anymore

[@benjamintrnt7329]

@@callumtoye20 of course he is. He’s the biggest star in the sport

[@tashiv733]

He hasnt beaten a top contender in 5 years

[@MixedMartialAus]

@@callumtoye20 he’s still the PPV king, no one can take as much time off as him and come back to generate these sort of numbers. P4P king? Obviously not.

[@samthoma2719]

@@tashiv733 don’t need to be a top contender to sell tickets. Nate Diaz loses as much as he wins people pay to see him

[@ryanxharris]

I see great potential in this young Irish youth. Maybe one day he will beat Jose Aldo and Eddie Alvarez to become the double champ

[@dmt8078]

And get mauled by a dagestani fighter

[@judshuttie70]

Only if he works hard after all theres no such thing as talent only hard work😁

[@MrAshLloyd]

These comments are so old now! 😴

[@COJY06]

@@dmt8078 obsessed

[@monstermunch7083]

School Aldo and Alvarez! It wasn’t just that he beat them, it was absolutely flawless.

[@zeuthuk]

Conors eyes look really tired in this interview, he was probably working full time and training in his spare time when this was filmed.

[@cianoneill97]

Pretty sure he was on the dole haha

[@niroshandep9992]

@@jjboss7896 cos he meets your mum later

[@cheapppp]

he never worked mate. waster

[@averyrosario466]

@@cheapppp he was a plumber

[@thomasjames8298]

@@averyrosario466 plumber apprentice and not for long

[@rjkjosh5793]

back when he was humble and gracious.and made us all love him

[@varinyampandey7111]

Hardly anyone knew this guy ..what do u kean "made us all love him"

[@rjkjosh5793]

@@varinyampandey7111 in the early stages of his career,when his mma hour interviews was epic.before his ego took over and he became arrogant.

[@JabbaTheHigh]

@@varinyampandey7111 A lot of fans in Ireland and UK knew him from cage rage, his ufc debut was one of the most hyped debuts ever. Then after that fight his interviews brought in the rest. He was brillaint back then not like the horrible version at the Khabib fight but ruthless and funny. His featherweight run is one of my favourite runs ever. Don't think we'll ever see that Mcgregor again sadly.

[@hugonongbri8100]

In less than 10 years since this interview: Makes ufc debut in 2013 wins fw belt in '15 champ champ in '16 Fights floyd, 2nd PPV ever ('17) Biggest ufc ppv ever vs khabib 2021- highest paid athlete Its insane what he's done

[@wwfera00]

Imagine if Conor was like this the whole time. I wonder where he'd be now.

[@samisalem3594]

Impossible I believe , money and fame changes everyone good or bad . He's had plenty of both in the last few years

[@nasmiles4929]

@@samisalem3594 he wouldn't have half the money or the fame if he kept acting like this the whole time

[@samisalem3594]

@@nasmiles4929 Exactly he would've been more like Mighty Mouse than the superstar he is now

[@navjitbassi03]

Wouldnt be as big. He even changed the way he spoke when he arrived in the ufc. U dont understand the fight business

[@deleted836]

He'd be fighting freaking Ngannou then call out Tyson Fury

[@benjamingoodson7241]

Conor is a living legend

[@songohan560]

Absolutely amazing, even back then he still acted a little humble but then proceeds to mention to have a twin belt,like woah the dedication and Drive of this man is absolutely unreal,he's the richest athlete in the world and he's still going out there doing what he loves and that's fighting.

[@exodusn1769]

He facial expressions and way of talking was so different and much less confident Awesome to see the evolution

[@freakin_vik]

He single handedly put UFC on the big screen 🔥 this is why he is dana's favourite😉

[@rajputranapratapsingh1703]

Yes u r absolutely right

[@idontwantone132]

nah that was ronda

[@NAEEMMYIESHAKHAN]

Brock Lesnar

[@larjkok1184]

What big screen?

[@mmagoat9636]

That was brock lesner buddy

[@craigphillips9383]

Nice quiet lad. Good luck to him. Hopefully he gets where he wants to go, anything is possible lad. Stay humble

[@AntoneTomasi]

Always inspiring . Thanks champ. 🤝

[@jorgebush7519]

Love how shy he is in that interview lol

[@Cc-rh5qr]

Ye very surprising even the swaying from side to side shows he’s somewhat uncomfortable

[@diosydinero]

@@Cc-rh5qr ok body language analyst 🤣

[@Cc-rh5qr]

@@diosydinero common sense really it’s stupid people like yourself I point it out for

[@hi9313]

I score this argument 53 to 50, AND STILLLLLLL

[@cagataycakmak2280]

He used to sound much more introverted.

[@cheapshic]

fame

[@archiemorrell5590]

Maybe he still is ... we will see when he retires as to what extent his personality is an act.

[@Firstname_Surname]

@@archiemorrell5590 Personality changes friend

[@itsyoboigucci7578]

Introverted are generally shy and couldnt express feelings, Conor is exact opposite of that

[@dj_m1999]

idk about that, he was cocky and brash asf during the build up and during the fights even back then

[@sohrabtino]

Wow this is so inspiring hearing the word I could be in the UFC and now...

[@FakeNeta]

One thing I learned from Conor in all these years be original..he is the real example of Be Original..thanks notorious 🙏

[@twuandixon8675]

This was stealthily an amazing scene and situation knowing the future that comes to him

[@blinkk9288]

"I used to watch *fil-ums* , action *fil-ums* " -McGregor, 2012

[@bb8328]

Love it lol

[@Neo-oq3rx]

We're not here to just take part, we're here to take over

[@bryanhzk5229]

We're not here to take paauuurt, we're here to take ooouuver

[@selominator]

Why do I keep seeing old Conor interviews? I need some new ones 💯

[@internetdisciple5817]

Hate him or love him the fact that someone can go from nothing to the top of there profession has to be admired.

[@ishmael802]

Man, little did he know that he would become one of the biggest and brightest stars in MMA. Conor honestly carried the sport into a new stratosphere and ushered in a new era.

[@Mrtnk700]

@@endz1775 that has nothing to do with what the guy commented

[@whysthat6675]

this conor was scary and hungry, i really miss those days.

[@davidbillyard6629]

Probably so does he..

[@Sami-eriboy]

He wasn’t even sure if he could make it to ufc and now he is the face of the game legend 👏🐐

[@moredishesmorebishes7671]

Conor Jr. when he needs pocket money: "Hey Daddy can i have a 60g's baby, hahaa"

[@boreduser12]

His demeanor... That's most of us all our lives.

[@user-ys7eg8ev7f]

Muhammad Ali was divisive in his prime. Now is considered the GOAT with all them losses on his record. Same for this man, embrace him while we have this iconic man he is the greatest of all time hands down 🤞🏼

[@Gallowglass7]

Indeed, exactly

[@aathims1355]

Conor McGregor ❤️👑🐐

[@emmah6454]

We’re looking back at who he was , the curtain is going to close. Conor is retiring after he loses again , what a time it was seeing his rise

[@dsories6219]

And now he is the highest paid athlete not just in the ufc and ufc biggest star ever . 👍. Work hard dedication discipline motivation and hungry was key to his successful. Look where he is now. From nothing to something to get everything. I wish he's still has those feelings and for the love of game.

[@xavierdelarosa9884]

I really want him to win. Im a fan but his actions in the past couple of years made me hate him, but now we can see him trying his best to regain his place on the top.

[@nicolalee2709]

Only 9 years ago. . .amazing!

[@chinmaymalhotra4077]

This is the same fade he's having now just the hairline's a bit receeded might be a charm this time❤

[@ASK-ce6ps]

No one to someone 💯💯💯

[@LuLu-px3cc]

No the hairline got punched off by Khabib haha!!

[@ElonMusk87216]

He will go far this lad 🙌

[@reisslane1327]

What he did too the sport and for the sport Will never be matched

[@SICKENED240]

love this attitude to be honest

[@halvdon]

Fun fact: the interviewer at last knew what Conor meant by the end of the interview.

[@bandito2136]

What a guy 💪🏻

[@BottleBri]

I had NO INTEREST in the ufc until I heard the young guys at work always talking about Conor McGregor, I thought who the fook is this guy so I started watching him and his fun and shenanigans and amazing excitement and atmosphere he brings every fight, NOW IM HOOKED ON THE UFC because of Conor McGregor! 💥🥊😁

[@ingridverhoeven367]

Wasn't much of a talker then, thats also what he learnt in ufc , a total champ in words and fight . Cant wait till the fight upcoming weekend!

[@jessewrites3819]

Love this guy.

[@sanjeetnaocha9426]

Dis time for sure First Round KO for Dustin Just Same As The First Fight.... Let's do it Conor👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️

[@sunscream8502]

look at those humble eyes

[@Smithy_smith]

This man could be a future champ keep an eye on him guys....

[@anasshahid224]

Conor has come such a long way :D

[@makcoaching2144]

Back when he was genuine and actually likeable

[@SikaFosaGond]

Yeah as opposed to the cocky and arrogant person he is now

[@milosrackovic4046]

He looks full here. Nice, calm and calculated. Weight cut and diet aproach with this team has him going nuts i think.

[@Roverde]

Where is the debate video? It was supposed to be released yesterday.

[@ives3572]

McGregor needs to win the trilogy fight to re-establish himself as a top lightweight contender and to possibly get another chance to fight for the lightweight gold again; failing to do so, and he's done being a real force to be reckoned with in the lightweight division, and Poirier is going to fight for the lightweight title next.

[@CJ-kw8vc]

Skip to 2022 - "I could leave the ufc"

[@patrickdoherty3758]

Skip to 2032 ''I could buy the ufc''

[@indeedConfirmed]

This guy has the potential to be a star if he gets to the ufc, 🔥

[@claudyduronville3927]

He know wow humble he can actually conquer

[@neeleshsuteri7156]

Seems much more humble, calm, and respectable here. The fame definitely got him.

[@Jamesfrancosdog]

Quietest interview ever

[@leonardhill4440]

This guy seriously can see the future. No question.

[@noahblackwell4869]

Conner is Def an inspiring dude

[@fernandocurt8814]

This guy is got potențial, he is got a great future,knock my words he'll be champ champ

[@MrJol420]

A legend for sure.

[@parthrajauria6520]

This guy looks good. He might get chance in UFC.

[@immerse_your-soul-in-love]

true talent true legend OSU !!

[@jinnchangyap4517]

Back..when conor still a real man..

[@gabrielwatts5133]

In less than a decade he became a multimillionaire, close to a billionaire within the next ten years I'd say, he will be. Proof of hard work, sacrifice, self belief, and pure determination made this man what he is today. Pure will, is the example.

[@TheJoelys86]

This guy looks like he's the only one who can dethrone Aldo.

[@larjkok1184]

What?

[@MDL-777]

Achieved his goal, not every one can achieve it.

[@6patell]

He surely looks like he will be a UFC world champ one day

[@alanramage8395]

Where did this humbleness go?

[@shlappahz]

The UFC should sign this guy, he could be a champ one day.

[@wayneorton1761]

He’s in the best shape of his life

[@kris1103]

"When I first grown up I played football" but 5 minutes into the game my power was all used up and I just gave up when they scored a goal.

[@sco-mcchew3559]

Rehash all connor moments as he's on a bike to Vegas

[@chrishinkle5982]

I thank he could be a star one day.

[@LeonardoDaVincisGrandson]

crazy to watch

[@misterincognito6089]

He didn’t know he would be one of the fundementals of the ufc a few years later

[@Pman440]

Young and brash Conor can motivate anyone.

[@lipslocked53]

This man made the UFC.

[@jordanweller8594]

Young and humble conor,,, Before become a king of cocky

[@mahlismith8303]

Pretty sure they're only showing old clips because connor isn't doing any media until the press conference

[@homelad]

Who is this guy? Seems motivated in 2012, did he get far?

[@88888888888888888443]

The UFC owes this guy a lot

[@redeyejedi17]

At this rate, conor owes a lot to btsport lol

[@JoseAhonen]

I hope Conor sees this

[@t.a.p4554]

i knew UFC because of him Conor Mcgregor 👑👑👑

[@womenempowermentsportsfan2731]

So emotional 😢😭 again BT sport I'm not having this for fight week! Let me cry after the fight not during the biggest trilogy in the fight business. 😤 it's like end of the error and I can't deal with this BS.

[@ismaailnuthoo8648]

This guy can be UFC Champion one day ♥

[@saadjawed4510]

But i don't think he will defend the title

[@cyrusshellard3905]

How humble he is there, none of the swagger

[@AaronUnknownPerformance]

Legend 👏🏻

[@alcottdevalte7440]

If he continues with his self belief and keeps winning along with promoting himself well, he might make it one day...

[@streetheat3366]

It’s interesting that he has a successful life attitude in this video and can’t imagine in his wildest dreams that almost decade later would be worth $200 million. He has the formula and doesn’t know it.

[@henrykhiangte3834]

"We didn't come here to take part, we came here to take over"!.